Master Hot Melt Performance: The Power of Plasticizer Selection

Frustrated with Hot Melt Adhesives That Don't Deliver?

Hot melts offer incredible speed and ease of use, but sometimes they just don't perform the way you need them to. Maybe they're too stiff and crack easily, or the bond seems weak and unreliable. You're not alone! Many professionals struggle with hot melt adhesives that fall short of their full potential.

If you struggle with cracking or inflexible bonds, weak adhesion causing product failure and compatibility issues leading to wasted materials, this course is your ticket to unlocking the full potential of hot melt adhesives. This course is your ticket to unlocking the full potential of hot melt adhesives. We'll delve into the power of plasticizers, the secret weapon for optimizing hot melt performance.

In this course you’ll learn about:

• Hot Melt Essentials: Gain a solid foundation in hot melt technology and formulation.


• The Power of Plasticizers: Understand the role and function of plasticizers in hot melt adhesives.


• Selection Criteria: Master the factors to consider when choosing the right plasticizer for your application.


• Testing Methods: Learn about the tests used to evaluate plasticizer effectiveness in hot melts.


• Formulator's Guide: Discover how to leverage plasticizers for various hot melt formulations.

• Professionals working with hot melt adhesives in manufacturing, packaging, and construction.
• Adhesive formulators seeking to enhance hot melt performance.
• Technical people in the adhesive industry who want to gain a deeper understanding of plasticizers and their role in hot melt technology.

1. Introduction
   
   
   • What is a hot melt adhesive and where is it used
   • Raw materials used in hot melt adhesives
     
     
     • Polymers
     • Resins
     • Plasticizers
     • Other


2. Formulation basics


3. Plasticizers used in hot melt adhesives
   
   
   • Plasticizer basics
   • Types, Evaluation, Selection


4. Examples of hot melt adhesives


5. Conclusions and Recap


6. 30 mins Q&A - Interact live with the expert for all your technical help!