Advances in adhesive dispensing technology move packaging to greater sustainability

When the tank on an adhesive melter runs low, a number of problems can occur. Adding a large amount of adhesive to a melter all at once causes the adhesive temperature to dramatically decrease and requires time for the melter to melt the influx of new adhesive and return to its set operating temperature. This scenario, commonly called "thermal shock," cuts into productivity while the line waits for the melter to return to its correct temperature; it also causes a spike in energy use.