food and beverage packaging

Preventing char buildup on packaging production lines allows the equipment to run more efficiently. Implementing some simple processes can reduce char buildup and allow hot melt packging adhesive to work more effectively.

Resolving hot melt pop opens to keep consumer packaging secure

Understanding how to implement setback mode on a hot melt packaging adhesive tanks and reduce production line downtime

Attaining the perfect case and carton seal is a balance of the right hot melt packaging adhesive, the ideal operating parameters and a consistent adhesive pattern. Food and beverage manufacturers rely on hot melt packaging adhesives to assure a strong seal for their products. Unplanned downtime on a packaging line can be significantly reduced when hot melt tanks are filled consistently.

Establishing a routine for filling hot melt tanks will keep the packaging adhesive temperature consistent and prevent char formation, which can lead to plugged filters and nozzles. Issues can arise when a hot melt adhesive tank is:

• Filled inconsistently – results in variable adhesive application temperature and pattern
• Filled below a certain level – known as underfilling, results in overheating the adhesives and char formation
• Filled over a certain level – known as overfilling, increases the potential for dead spots and adhesive waste