Profile wrapping - PUR hot melt adhesives

Profile wrapping applications show continuously increasing requirements for more efficient, faster manufacturing processes as well as stronger bonding adhesives. Nowadays a multitude of substrates, such as wood-
based materials, plasticss and metal are wrapped with a great variety of foils. Profiles serve many different applications such as:

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• General interior for home and offices
• Kitchen and home furniture
• Domestic appliances and shops
• Fittings and floorings in shipbuilding and caravan
• Exhibition displays

When use PUR Hot melt?

PUR hot melts are used for instance when the products have to meet special demands regarding to moisture, cold- and heat resistance. PUR hot melts mostly provide a stronger adhesion. PUR hot melts are high efficient adhesives for demanding bonding requirements. PUR hot melts are now the standard adhesives for metal profiles and for difficult to bond, plastic foils. Still, regurlarly new raw materials are introduced to develop even better adhesives. This enables various industries to continuously increase processing speed and automation levels.

What’s so special about profile wrapping?

Profile wrapping is not only a relatively economic process, it also allows for high output and enables you to offer products with a large range of surfaces including veneer and high-gloss decorations. Running your own profile wrapping line instead of buying ready-made bars offers you a lot of flexibility.

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What do you need to start profile wrapping?

Obviously you need a profile wrapping line, but also skilled staff and consumable products like adhesive, foil and maybe primer. The length and width of the line – and thus the space it will occupy - depend on the dimensions and shapes of the work pieces you would like to wrap. Also, the machine will need electric energy and compressed air.

What does a profile wrapping line look like?

Usually, a profile wrapping line consists of an entry zone, a glue application and a wrapping zone. Then, there are additional components like in- and outfeed systems, premelters and separating systems.

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