Ensure efficient and consistent adhesive production
Tamtron supplies adhesive kitchens and glue mixers for the plywood and LVL industry, including phenolic and urea glues.
The adhesive kitchen has been developed to address the challenges of plywood plants precisely. The glue mixer’s optimal dosing is achieved through accurate weighing, enabling continuous glue production. It can produce up to 2400 kg of glue per hour.
Key benefits
- Ensure efficient glue production for plywood factories
- Produce glue with very high uniformity
- Clean the glue mixer easily with an automated cleaning system
- Integrate the glue mixer seamlessly into main processes and systems
Tamtron’s glue kitchen system set up
The glue mixing system is based on precisely dosed components mixed with water using technology developed by Tamtron. The system includes raw material handling equipment, tanks, a mixer, and auxiliary devices. Cleaning the glue tank is quick and easy thanks to the automated washing cycle.
A typical glue mixer setup contains the following:
- Automation system
- Mixing unit
- Screw feeders
- Ready-mix and wash-water tanks
Each delivery includes design, equipment supply and commissioning. Existing glue mixing system and automation can also be modernized to meet customer requirements.
Depending on the application, the mixer’s capacity typically ranges from 300 to 2400 kg/h. The fully automated system can be seamlessly integrated into the main production processes.
Frequently asked questions
What adhesive types and glue chemistries can Tamtron’s adhesive kitchens handle?
Tamtron systems are compatible with phenolic and urea-based adhesives used in the plywood and LVL industries, mixing the components under precisely dosed control.
What is the glue production capacity and uniformity you can expect?
A well-designed system can produce up to 2,400 kg of glue per hour.
How is the mixer cleaned, and how automated is the cleaning cycle?
Cleaning is performed via an automated washing program, making the cleaning of the glue tank fast and straightforward without significant manual intervention.
Can an adhesive kitchen be retrofitted into an existing plant or upgraded from older systems?
Yes — Tamtron delivers full modernisation paths. Existing adhesive mixing equipment and automation can be upgraded or replaced to meet current performance requirements.
How does Tamtron ensure seamless process integration and control with other plant systems?
The adhesive kitchen and glue mixer are designed for complete automation and integration into the main production processes and control systems. The delivery includes process design, equipment supply, and commissioning to fit smoothly into your operation.
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Juha Immonen
Export Sales Manager, Dosing and Weighing systems +358 50 370 4221 juha.immonen@tamtron.comContact us! We’ll figure out the best weighing solution for you.
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