The challenge of a cold workshop environment when working with hot melt adhesive.

Using hot melt adhesive in cold temperature conditions can come with challenges and problems. You might have encountered issues when your workshop is cold, and if the appropriate temperature conditions are not maintained, the following problems may arise. Below, we have outlined possible solutions to address these issues.

1. Incomplete melting and mixing of the hot melt adhesive (improper melting):

   - Solution: Increase the workshop temperature to ensure the adhesive melts completely. If you cannot raise the workshop temperature, increase the adhesive tank temperature slightly and make sure that the adhesive works correctly after this adjustment.

2. Reduced adhesion of the hot melt adhesive:

   -Solution: Use hot melt adhesive with a formulation suitable for cold conditions. Pay attention to the application temperature of the hot melt adhesive you choose to use. Some high-quality hot melt adhesives (for purchasing factors, refer to here) work better at low temperatures by adding materials such as plasticizers or special resins.

3. The adhesive cools too quickly in the workshop environment:

   - Solution: Use hot melt adhesive applicators with automatic features. Instead of having the user manually apply the adhesive to the edge band, let the machine perform this task automatically, precisely controlling the temperature to prevent sudden temperature drops. Alternatively, measure the workshop temperature and maintain it at an appropriate level.

4. Reduced strength of the adhesive after cooling:

   - Solution: Ensure the adhesive used is suitable for your workshop and ambient temperatures. Some adhesives may become stiff and lose flexibility at low temperatures. Use adhesives designed for low temperatures. You can visit the Luminak store to see hot melt adhesives used in various industries (link here).

5. Unstable ambient heat:

   - Solution: Use heating equipment or systems in the workshop as much as possible to keep the ambient temperature stable.

6. Rapid cooling of the adhesive in the machine:

   - Solution: Use machines equipped with heaters or warmers along the adhesive path to the nozzle tip (nozzle device article). These devices can maintain the hot melt adhesive temperature and prevent the adhesive from cooling too quickly.

By following these solutions and conducting thorough workshop inspections, you can work with hot melt adhesive in cold conditions and efficiently use this type of adhesive in your production process.