ADHESIVE TECHNOLOGY MODERN ADHESIVE TECHNOLOGY
Adhesives have become an important part of modern industry. From the tiles on the Space Shuttle to bonding parts on many home appliances, they invade every area of our lives. Having some knowledge of what adhesives are and how to properly use them will be an asset to the technician as well as any handy person.
ADHESIVE DISPENSING SYSTEMS
MANUAL APPLICATION METHODS BRUSH - Available in various sizes, a brush offers the simplest method of applying adhesive when limited control is required.
TROWEL - Specially designed for spreading adhesives evenly on broad surfaces.
ROLLERS - (paint type) For fast application of adhesive on large areas.
SQUEEZE BOTTLES - (with nozzles) For limited application of small amounts of adhesive.
CARTRIDGE GUNS - (air/manual) For applying a bead of single part adhesives.
DUAL PACK CARTRIDGES - Deliver two part adhesives through a static mixing nozzle. Eliminates the need to hand mix and the problem of achieving proper mix ratios.
SYRINGES - (air/manual) For applying small amounts of low viscosity adhesives.
VALVES - (auto./manual) Available with nozzles for multiple heads and tips for special applications.
SPRAY VALVES - For fast coating of large areas with sprayable adhesive. The applicator to use will depend on the type of adhesive, the amount to be applied, the area to cover, difficulty of application and production requirements.
AUTOMATIC AND SEMI-AUTOMATIC SYSTEMS
Automatic adhesive dispensing systems are used when precise control of the amount and placement of adhesive is required. Fully automatic systems are completely "hands off" operations and range from simple trigger mechanical control to complex electronic and computerized robotic systems. Semi-automatic systems indicate some manual function involved in the cycle of operation.
SEMI-AUTOMATIC SYSTEMS - offer a considerable increase in efficiency at moderate cost over manual systems. MANUAL ACTUATION involves foot pedal or push button control of application cycle.
MANUAL PLACEMENT - nozzle or substrate manipulated for application of adhesive
FULLY AUTOMATIC SYSTEMS
though expensive, provide precise control of all operations thereby reducing labor costs, improving quality control, and reducing waste.
ACTUATION - adhesive application automatically dispenses the correct amount, in timed intervals, at the right location.
PLACEMENT - substrate is automatically positioned for proper placement of adhesive.
ADHESIVE DISPENSING EQUIPMENT MICRO AIR DISPENSING
Electro-Pneumatic controllers for dispensing solder masks, sealants, lubricants, epoxies, cyanos, or solvents. These units are used for precision application of small amounts of product usually through syringes.
PRESSURE TANKS
When moderate quantities and pressures are needed in a dispensing system pressure tanks are ideal. Available in steel and stainless steel and in one gallon or larger sizes.
AIR POWERED RECIPROCATING PUMPS
These pumps are required when high pressure and volume are needed to supply large production adhesive systems. Pumps are available in stainless steel for long service life.
DISPENSING NOZZLES
Nozzles or tips provide for precise application of an adhesive. Beading, roller, spray, cleat and needle are a few of the standard nozzles. Custom tips can be designed to meet special applications.
MANUAL AND AIR POWERED GUNS
Compact, lightweight, air powered or manual guns for field applications are available for one or two component materials. Most guns are adaptable to various size cartridges.
DIAPHRAGM PUMPS
Stainless steel diaphragm pumps are high volume, self priming material suppliers for any fluid system. A well designed pump will provide stall free, low maintenance operation for adhesive systems
METER & MIX SYSTEMS
Complete systems designed to automatically dispense one, two or more component materials.
AUTOMATIC DISPENSING VALVES
These valves are the heart of any automatic adhesive system, providing the precision metering necessary for most operations.
CONTROL SYSTEMS
Electronic and pneumatic control systems including logic packages, timers, sensors, limit switches and actuators provide for the ultimate in design for any production need.