Adhesive Machine Operator how-to

How to Set Glue Spread on a Roll Coater

Too much or too little glue fails.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Too much or too little glue fails. In short: check; set; run, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Check spec.

  2. Set roll gap.

  3. Run a sample.

  4. Weigh glue applied.

  5. Adjust.

  6. Record.

Safety reminders for adhesive machine operators

  • Wear heat PPE
  • Ventilate
  • Guard nip points
  • Lock out for cleaning

Hot melt · Glue spread · Open time · Cure time · Delamination · Peel test: see the full adhesive machine operator glossary.

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