Choosing the right bulk hot melt adhesive for your application

With so many options available, selecting the right bulk hot melt adhesive for your specific task may seem overwhelming – but it doesn’t have to be.

Adhesive selection is key to more than forging strong, durable bonds. Choosing the right formulation can benefit production efficiency, waste reduction, and overall product quality. Although there is a wide range of bulk hot melt adhesives available, with the support of partners like Power Adhesives, making the correct choice can be made simple.

Why adhesive selection matters

The consequences of getting adhesive selection wrong can vary depending on the sector in question, but are almost always significant and far-reaching:

• Packaging: Poorly chosen adhesives could lead to pack failure, resulting in damaged goods and dissatisfied customers.
• Construction and trade: Inadequate adhesives could compromise structural integrity, leading to safety hazards and costly repairs.
• Industrial and manufacturing settings: Inappropriate selection could cause equipment malfunctions, production delays, or product recalls.
• Product assembly: Faulty adhesives could lead to product failure, customer dissatisfaction, and reputational damage.

Matched to requirements

At Power Adhesives we understand these challenges and are committed to providing you with the perfect adhesive solution for your needs. We have a history of serving diverse industries and applications dating back half a century, and our comprehensive bulk adhesive product range covers everything from pressure-sensitive and peelable adhesives to foam bonding and mattress assembly.

With our state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities, we deliver high quality adhesives that can be easily matched to your specific requirements:

Packaging: Our selection of hot melts enhance packaging operations, offering increased efficiency, secure bonds, and fast setting speeds. We provide solutions that work with every type of packaging material, including heat-sensitive substrates such as foams or expanded polystyrene.

Construction and trade: A key product for the construction industry, many of our bulk adhesives are present in building frameworks, interior fixings, and even furniture. With the ability to bond every building material from wood through to thermal insulation foams, our adhesives stand as the reliable, cost-effective, and user-friendly alternative to many other fixing systems.

Industrial and manufacturing: Our hot melt adhesive solutions help drive efficiency in manufacturing across diverse industries. These high-specification formulations cover a multitude of applications including medical devices and machinery, foundry core assembly, and white goods production, helping companies to increase output while cutting production costs.

Product assembly: Our solutions have redefined the assembly of both mass-produced and custom products. Present in everyday household equipment and automotive interiors, our adhesives empower manufacturers to streamline production by reducing the need for specialised adhesives and tools. These versatile formulations can be used across a wide range of applications, making them an essential component in modern manufacturing.

Getting selection right

Choosing the right adhesive for any given application depends on a range of factors. Substrates, application requirements, and budgets can all affect which formulation is most suitable, and to aid this selection process, we can provide an in-depth guide to bulk adhesives. This contains key data on everything from viscosity to heat resistance, so adhesives can be compared and shortlisted for testing based on the application.

At Power Adhesives, we specialise in problem-solving and specialise in tackling niche applications that other suppliers may avoid. Our trained and knowledgeable Technical and Sales staff are committed to working closely with our customers to find the best solution from our extensive range of hot melt grades.

We understand that not all businesses require adhesives in the same large quantities. That’s why we offer variable minimum order quantities (MOQs), lower than other bulk manufacturers typically provide. Combined with fast order fulfilment, this ensures you receive the adhesives you need without the burden of excessive stock.

The importance of getting adhesive selection right cannot be overstated. Making the correct choice is crucial to ensuring the success and longevity of your project, but with the support of a partner like Power Adhesives, this choice is simplified.

For more information about our full range of Tecbond shaped and bulk hot melt adhesives, contact us by emailing sales@poweradhesive.com