Product description

HM-32 is a hot-melt adhesive based on heat-stable resins and EVA copolymer. It has a short open and setting time values, good flexibility and excellent adhesion on paper  .

Typical use

Sealing of cartons and cases of various sizes on high -speed packaging lines.  Also, erecting of trays for cans, milks, fruit packaging etc.

Technical data

Base polymer

EVA

Color 

Light yellow

Density

0.95

Viscosity (Brookfield) at 150°C

1300 mPas

Softening point (Ring and Ball)

105°C  ± 5°C

Form

Pellets

Other properties

Application temperature

155 - 180°C

Open time *

2-4 sec

Setting time *

1-2 sec

Application system

Wheel or nozzle applicators

(Open and setting time are also depending on the thickness and temperature of the applied hot melt, room temperature and kind of adherent’s surface.)

FDA Status

HM 32 complies with FDA indirect food contact regulation 175.105 regarding adhesives. 

Storage

If the adhesive is stored in its original sacks in a cool and dry place, a minimum stability of 12 months may be expected.

In order to avoid caking, direct contact with sunlight must be avoided.

Do not stack pallets of adhesive.

Safety

Even if correct application temperatures are observed, hot-melts give out fumes. Proper ventilation of working place is advised.

 


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