Hot Melt News

During the last downturn in the US economy, we were invited to speak at a major hot melt supplier annual sales meeting. We discussed the use of lower cost hot melt adhesives as a cost saving measure for their customers. This was a viable alternative as a result of the “Melt on Demand” technology we provide.

Lower cost adhesives typically have more limited “pot life” than those of higher cost and quality. The “pot life” is the amount of time it takes for hot melt to start degrading when held at application temperature in a melt tank. These “Melt on Demand” hot melt tanks can process these lower cost adhesives because they melt and condition hot melt adhesive at lower temperatures than all other tanks.

The “Melt on Demand” tanks are tall and narrow with a high power melt grid in the bottom. They are specifically designed to melt hot melt as needed, rather than heating the entire tank of hot melt to application temperature. The “Melt on Demand” tank creates a graduated viscosity of the adhesive and it insures that the adhesive is used in a first in – first out order. Other tanks mix the adhesive, presenting an opportunity for the adhesive to exceed its “pot life”. In the standard 20 pound “Melt on Demand” tank, there is a temperature differential of 50 to 100 degrees F between the melt grid on the bottom of the tank and the top of the tank.

In addition to saving cost on adhesive, these “Melt on Demand” tanks help to reduce downtime due to system maintenance, while lowering the need for disposable spare parts, such as nozzles and filters. Finally, “Melt on Demand” tanks can dramatically reduce or eliminate the fuming of hot melt and decrease operator exposure to molten hot melt, providing a safer work place.

In today’s economy we are all looking for effective cost saving measures. The “Melt on Demand” technology provided by Glue Machinery is one way to have an immediate positive impact on your process as well as your bottom line.

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Champ Industrial Hot Melt Guns & High Hot Melt Rate Tips

Bulk self contained hot melt handguns, such as Glue Machinery Corporations Champ Hot Melt Handguns, process hot melt in an internal reservoir located inside the gun.  This gun has very high output capability, far in excess of the guns ability to melt adhesive.

Adhesive should be regularly introduced into the gun in small quantities of less than one ounce to maximize the melt rate of this industrial equipment. A tank of molten hot melt adhesive dramatically increases the guns ability to melt hot melt and insures that the glue pattern is not affected with cooler, lower viscosity hot melt.

The Champ Guns all have adjustable temperature controls. It is important to keep the gun at or below the recommended adhesive application temperature of 350 F. The Champ 5, featuring the easily adjusted temperature dial on the back, is recommended if you need to ramp up the melt rate for short intervals.

Over-heating hot melt is counter-productive and usually causes adhesive degradation and/or charring.  Charring of the adhesive creates debris that can clog the nozzle or hold the check valve nozzle tip.

We recommend the following Hot Melt adhesive tips:

1. Reduce the temperature of the gun to suggested levels
2. Fill the gun regularly
3. Use higher quality hot melt for improved consistency, strength, and ease of application
4. Add a second gun for backup and streamlining purposes
5. Purchase a melt tank to supplement the melt rate of the guns and lower the temperature of the guns
6. Consider purchasing a larger hot melt system to include tank with pump, flexible hose, and handgun. These systems are able to handle your higher melt rate requirements

Dynamini Bulk Hot Melt Tank from Glue Machinery Corporation

The Economelt 10 120V (220V also available) Industrial Hot Melt Package expands Glue Machinery Corporation’s  Hot Melt System product line. This system was designed specifically to cover the basic needs and requirements for smaller operations on a budget.

The Economelt 10 melts hot melt at precise temperatures, pumps hot melt through one hose with adjustable flow rates, and allows for precise dots or beads of hot melt from the included lightweight EconoChamp handgun.

The EconoChamp handgun with .055″ orifice nozzle is lightweight, durable, low cost, and offers ease of use and repair.

This system consists of the following components and features:

120 or 240 VAC Hot Melt Tank	One 8′ heated hose	One bottom fed hot melt EconoChamp handgun with nozzle	10 lb capacity teflon lined tank with melt fins for good melt rate

The EconoMelt 10 has an all steel enclosure (with no plastic) that ensures durability and long system life in even the toughest industrial environments.

Air regulator to vary output pressure and volume.	Flexible Heated hose has 12″ bend radius and is well constructed	High Volume constant pressure piston pump with air motor and pressure relief valve. Easily accessible pump and components for service.	Three thermostatically controlled temperature zones

Product Specs:

Contact Glue Machinery Corporation to discuss your project needs and request a quote for the EconoMelt 10 Hot Melt System today! Don’t forget to browse our selection of Hot Melt Adhesives - many are available for immediate shipping.

The IWF 2008 or International Woodworking Fair 2008 is regarded as one of the best resources to find the latest info on machinery and supplies pertaining to the woodworking industry .

The International Woodworking Machinery & Furniture Supply Fair - USA® is one of the world’s largest trade show for the furniture manufacturing, architectural woodwork, custom and general woodworking industries - and it’s more than woodworking. IWF also meets the needs of the engineered wood product, composite, wood substitute, display and store fixture, plastic fabricating, flooring, surfacing and laminating, and upholstery industries. ~www.IWFatlanta.com

Although there are numerous companies that supply “Glue Machinery” at these types of conventions, we often find that basic products can be, and are, often overlooked by specialized product promoters. Glue Machinery Corporation prides itself in offering a wide range of glue machinery for woodworking (and many other industries) that range from basic to advanced application processes. Whether you need a simple system or a highly customized system for your process, Glue Machinery Corporation has the perfect fit for your particular needs.

Basic systems and related accessories needed for assembly of wooden substrates, such as simple hand systems for hot melt and cold glue systems are two solutions Glue Machinery Corporation has to offer.

Glue Machinery has a simple and industrial strength cold glue product line that has proven successful for many woodworking companies. Our ezGluer and ezGluer Basic Systems offer straightforward and effective cold glue application at an affordable price. We also offer several cold glue handguns, nozzles, and related adhesive dispensing equipment. Our R and Z coating machines are another popular product for customers needing to apply consistent coating to their wood and other project substrates.

The Dynamini Package allows for bulk ‘melt on demand’ adhesives to be dispensed consistently, with little or no down time needed for adhesive refill. It allows for 12-17 lb. per hour melt rate capability, depending upon adhesives used.

Glue Machinery Corporation has found that their PUR and Hot Melt adhesives give a superior bond, with incredible strength, in the shortest amount of time. Glue Machinery Corporation offers their PURgun, and Champ PUR with adhesives such as PUR Titebond, and CFA1013 as competitive and effective solutions for your woodworking needs.

We hope you enjoy your IWF experience and look forward to talking with you while you evaluate future purchases during/after these conventions.

Contact Pierce Covert for quotes, information, or if you have any questions at info@gluemachinery.com or call 1-888-202-2468.

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The Dynamelt and Dynamini hot melt systems have an easily accessible hot melt filter located in the top of the hot melter manifold.

Hot melt adhesive can cause severe burns, therefore it is critical that users are very careful when operating on or with this machine. When working with this filter please remember to wear protective gloves, clothing, and glasses to prevent burns and other related dangers. It is also important to turn off both air and power to your hot melt system before servicing the filter in the hose manifold.

We suggest that you read all manuals for the Dynamini and Dynamelt prior to servicing the unit as well.

After performing the preventative and initial steps above, remove the cover plate covering the top of the hose manifold.

With an M5 Allen wrench vent the pressurized adhesive from the hose manifold as shown in the video to be shown below.

Finally, with a 5/8 wrench remove the large bolt and extract the 40 or 100 mesh filter from the hose manifold.

Dynamini/Dynamelt Filter Removal Animation on Youtube

Call or email Glue Machinery service technicians with any questions regarding the Dynamini or Dynamelt. Please note that all parts are available and often ready for immediate delivery with one call for these units.

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