Adhesive Machine Operator how-to
How to Handle Hot Melt Adhesive Safely
Hot melt burns.
Quick answer
Hot melt burns. In short: wear; load; avoid, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Wear gloves and eye protection.
Load carefully.
Avoid splashes.
Keep water nearby for burns.
Clean with proper tools.
Store safely.
Safety reminders for adhesive machine operators
- Wear heat PPE
- Ventilate
- Guard nip points
- Lock out for cleaning
Key terms
Hot melt · Glue spread · Open time · Cure time · Delamination · Peel test: see the full adhesive machine operator glossary.