When it comes to using hot melts, it can be easy to think that the more glue you apply, the better adhesion you’ll get. But this isn’t necessarily the case. In fact, applying more glue than needed can hurt your bottom line.

Overconsumption can result in adhesive stringing and slow set speeds, leading to pop-opens and increased costs due to material waste and repackaging. Fortunately, there are several ways to decrease consumption.

Check out the infographic below to read more about the importance of adhesive consumption and how to determine the right amount of glue for your application.

 

Adhesive Consumption Guide