Hot-melt adhesives are reliable and easy to use

Hot melt adhesives are reliable and easy to use. Hot melt adhesives have many advantages, such as long shelf life, fast drying and curing, no solvents, no shrinkage and a good seal. Hot melt adhesives are also versatile and can be used for different materials and applications

Hot melt adhesives can be applied with a glue gun or special gluing equipment, depending on the amount and precision required2. There are different types of hot melt adhesives, such as EVA, polyolefin, PUR and PSA, each suitable for different situations2. It is important to choose the right type of adhesive for best results.

How do you test whether the hot melt glue works properly?

There are several ways to test whether the hot melt adhesive is working properly. A common method is to measure the bonding strength of the adhesive joint. This can be done by pulling the adhesive bond apart and recording the force required to break the bond. This gives an insight into the behaviour of the adhesive in a particular application.

Another method is to check the viscosity and melting point of the adhesive. Viscosity is the degree of fluidity of the adhesive, which is affected by temperature. The melting point is the temperature at which the adhesive becomes liquid. These properties are important for the application and performance of the adhesive. The viscosity and melting point can be measured with special devices, such as a viscometer and a melting point meter.