Once the
appropriate SIMALFA product has been
chosen, the method of applying the
adhesive must be considered. For
many of our customers, they have
already adopted a particular method.
For those who have not, there are
many factors to consider and we
suggest they rely on our guidance.
In order to make the best choice it
is important to review the
substrates to be bonded, production
space available, production speed,
quantity of units being produced, +
available investment funds.
There are 4
basic methods of applying Simalfa:
Manual Brush or Roll
Manual Spray
Automatic Spray
Automatic Roll Coater
SIMALFA has
experience in ALL 4 methods and can
help you decide which is the best
method for your production needs.
Below is a brief description
listing both the benefits and
limitations
of each method.
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Manual
Brush or Roll |
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Uses a standard paint brush
or paint roller.
Benefits
 Low start up cost.
Simple to set up and use.
Requires no training.
Ideal for clients that
have very limited need
for adhesive.
Limitations
Difficult to control
application amount,
creating waste.
Low
initial tack vs.
spraying.
Brushes or rollers are
typically discarded
after use.
Application is time
consuming.
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Manual
Spray |
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Uses a manual spray gun to
apply adhesive. (Most Common
Method)
Benefits
Instant tack.
Low startup investment.
Complete control over
where adhesive is
applied.
Ideal with any delivery
method.
Efficient use of
Simalfa.
Apply Simalfa quickly.
Limitations
Basic knowledge of spray guns is required.
Requires training so
operators use spray gun
correctly.
Possible overspray if
used incorrectly.
(Not applicable if using
Simalfa
Overspray Free Technology
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Automatic Spray |
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Uses automatic spray guns to
apply adhesive. Simalfa is
applied via a High Volume
Low Pressure or High Yield
automatic spray gun.
Benefits
Instant tack.
Consistent, and quick
means of applying
Simalfa.
Eliminates the human
factor.
Able to cover large
surface areas quickly.
Ideal for large runs of
a particular item or
unit.
Limitations
Requires substantial
equipment investment.
System expertise
required in regards to
operation and
maintenance.
Lacks flexibility when
used with short runs.
Requires adjustment when
part size changes.
Can
require a substantial
amount of production
floor space.
Possible overspray if
used incorrectly.
(Not applicable if using
Simalfa
Overspray Free Technology
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Automatic Roll Coater |
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Uses an automated dual roll
coater to apply adhesive to
a large surface area.
Benefits
Ideal for flat surfaces.
Single sided
application.
Consistent, and quick
means of applying
Simalfa.
Eliminates the human
factor.
Very flexible when part
thickness changes.
Able to cover large
surface areas VERY fast.
Easy operation and
maintenance.
Ensures consistent
application amount from
part to part.
Limitations
Large initial
investment.
Not ideally suitable for
substrates needing
adhesive on multiple
surfaces.
Requires a substantial
amount of production
floor space.
Less instant tack as
compared to spray
methods.
System expertise
required in regards to
operation and
maintenance.
Requires cleaning at end
of day.
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