Charring is the oxidation of hot melt adhesive due to prolonged and repeated heating. Charred adhesive will not dissolve nor can it be remelted. Charred hot melt will clog hoses, filters, nozzles and damage equipment. Charring is inherent and can only be reduced but not completely eliminated. Read More

Polyolefin-based hot-melt adhesives including ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) have been a mainstay of adhesive production for decades. However, recent innovations in polyolefin catalyst technology - Metallocene - represent breakthroughs that permit formulation of hot melt adhesives designed to increase productivity and efficiencies in industrial applications. Read More

Replacement hot-melt filters for your hot-melt application equipment are the first line of defense against clogged nozzles. APPLIED Adhesives offer a variety of hot-melt replacement filters that prevent contaminates from reaching the hot-melt nozzles and affecting bond performance. Quick Change hot-melt filters, In-Line hot-melt Filters and hot-melt Manifold Filter Assembly will greatly reduce the cost and maintenance downtime associated with clogged hot-melt nozzles. Read More

When plants use hot melt adhesives in their operations, the tanks hoses and nozzles are put under continuous heat stress, and have a tendency to create char, either from the hot melt adhesive or from contaminants introduced into the hot melt pots. For the plants to continue to have manufacturing efficiency and consistent performance from the adhesive and equipment it is necessary to clean the hot melt tanks, nozzles and heads, on a consistent basis. Read More