Virtually every industry requires the use of some type of adhesive. Hot melt adhesives have been the choice of manufacturers in many different businesses because of their fast set time. However, water-based adhesives have made their way into the market, especially in applications involving paper and other flexible materials.
In today’s blog post, we are going to discuss the difference between hot melt adhesives and water-based adhesives, as well as the best uses for both. Read on to learn more, and if you are interested in purchasing hot melt adhesives, hot melt adhesive equipment, or replacement parts, reach out to the team at Rocky Mountain Adhesives.
Hot Melt Adhesives
Hot melt adhesives are polymer based and thermoplastic by nature, meaning they are solid at room temperature. They are heated and distributed by bulk adhesive supply units and hot melt adhesive application equipment. Since the adhesive is solid at room temperature it takes only moments to solidify and create a bond.
Water-based adhesives are not as widely used as hot melt adhesives, but there are occasions when they may be the right choice. They are often used for paper applications such as labels, envelopes, and packaging. The main downside is that they require time to dry, which is why hot melt adhesives are often preferred, especially in industrial and manufacturing settings. However, water-based adhesives are generally a reliable choice if used in the right application.
The main advantage of hot melt adhesives is the quick set time. Additionally, hot melt adhesives have a long shelf life and don’t require any special disposal method. They also don’t give off volatile organic compounds as some water-based adhesives do. Overall, there’s a reason why hot melt adhesives have been the preferred adhesive in manufacturing and process for so long.
At Rocky Mountain Adhesives, we carry a wide variety of hot melt adhesives and hot melt adhesive equipment.
- High Volume Hot Melt Equipment
- Low Volume Hot Melt Equipment
- Hot Melt Adhesive Application Equipment
- Automatic Hot Melt Adhesive Applicators
- And much more!
At Rock Mountain Adhesives, we have all the hot melt adhesives, adhesive equipment, and replacement parts that you need.
Are you looking for reliable, quick-setting adhesive and equipment? Look no further than Rocky Mountain Adhesives. We carry everything from high volume hot melt equipment to automatic hot melt adhesive applicators and beyond. Browse our selection and call our team for a quote.
