Gluing on-demand packaging securely

If you value sustainable packaging, you should also pay attention to its production. There are two important parameters in the gluing process of on-demand packaging:

The energy efficiency of the adhesive application system
Robatech's adhesive application systems are specially insulated to minimize heat radiation at the melter, heated hose, and application head. Heat-up and maintaining the operating temperature thus consumes less energy. Depending on the system, the energy savings are up to 30 % compared to conventional systems.
Adhesive consumption
It is common to glue packaging with a continuous bead of adhesive in many production operations. However, this is not absolutely necessary to ensure a secure closure. There is real potential for savings by replacing long beads with short beads or even dots. Our experts will be happy to advise how optimum savings can be achieved.

These parameters offer a win-win situation, as they protect the environment and ensure lower operating costs.

Robatech's adhesive application systems securely and reliably glue any customized packaging for transport. Packaging machines following the on-demand principle place special requirements on the gluing process:

On-demand packaging is produced fully automatically and can vary its size from order to order. Adhesive application systems from Robatech are fully integrated into the packaging line. They run reliably and with virtually no operating effort so that you almost forget they are there. Nevertheless, every package is securely glued.
The production runs on demand. Thus, the adhesive application system must be ready at all times. However, if adhesive remains melted at operating temperature in the tank for an extended time, it can burn and, in the worst case, lead to downtimes. The solution: A melter with a small tank volume, i.e., tankless, gently melts and delivers the adhesive on demand. The heating zones of the system components can be individually controlled, thus minimizing the temperature in the tank.
An automatic filling system is ideal for relieving the operating personnel, especially during night or weekend shifts. The granulate container extends the refill intervals and increases the operator safety.
Adhesive application systems from Robatech are modular and meet the different requirements for packaging machines. The system is configured according to speed, space requirements, or whether the application head applies statically or in motion.

Reliability already starts with system integration. The adhesive application systems can be easily integrated into existing and new on-demand packaging machines via open interfaces and standardized Fieldbus systems. The application system's durable and reliable system components ensure maximum system availability. Melters and application heads are also equipped with adhesive filters to prevent nozzle clogging. Operator safety is ensured as well. All system components are equipped with CoolTouch insulation as standard, which protects against burns in the event of accidental contact.