Automation in Adhesive Dispensing Equipment: Exploring the Impact of Technology Integration on the Industry

17 Jan
2025

 
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Highlights:

  • Introduction
  • Role of automation in the adhesive dispensing equipment industry
  • The competitive scenario of the sector

Adhesive dispensing equipment is a machine designed specifically for controlled dispensation of adhesives and/or silicones. These devices are widely used in different end-use sectors such as healthcare, automotive manufacturing, consumer electronics, construction, packaging, etc. The increasing usage of adhesive bonding as a core manufacturing and production methodology has played an important role in increasing the demand for these machines.

Rising applicability of adhesive dispensing equipment creating new investment opportunities

The growth of the adhesive dispensing equipment industry is attributed to technological advancements in dispensing machines, including hot melt glue guns, mix/meter dispensing systems, and caulk guns. The market, which accounted for $11.6 billion in 2023, is predicted to gather a revenue of $19.6 billion by 2033, rising at a CAGR of 5.3% during 2024-2033. With the advent of automation systems and robotics, traditional manual adhesive equipment devices are now gradually being replaced by advanced gadgets that offer better speed and accuracy. Leading companies in the sector have started developing automated glue dispensing systems to cater to the evolving demands of various end-use industries.

Automated adhesive dispensing equipment generally includes a robotic arm with an attached glue dispenser, along with a machine to power the entire device. The primary reason behind the rising applicability of these gadgets in packaging, automotive manufacturing, and consumer electronics industries is that they operate continuously without any interruptions, thereby increasing the speed of production exponentially as compared to conventional systems. This helps packaging and electronics companies to improve their operational efficiency and productivity and address the demands of their clients effectively.

One major problem with manual glue dispensers is that they result in a lot of wastage of the adhesive. Automated systems address this issue by applying the exact volume of adhesive that is required for a particular application. This reduces the amount of raw materials that are used, thereby bringing down the cost of production significantly. Additionally, by automating most of the repetitive tasks, the labor costs associated with manual glue dispensing equipment are also reduced.

Another important advancement in the adhesive dispensing equipment industry is the integration of Artificial Intelligence in automated glue dispensers to enhance the quality control capabilities of the machine. These AI-powered gadgets are able to set definite parameters and frameworks for operating with peak efficiency and quality. At the end of each task, data is collected by the embedded software to identify different usage trends and detect anomalies, if any. Machine learning algorithms are also deployed to analyze this information to predict and forecast upcoming problems in the equipment, thereby offering predictive maintenance functionalities.

Recent M&A deals and product launches opening new avenues for growth in the industry

In the last few years, leading companies have established strategic alliances with their peers and competitors to expand their operations globally. For example, in Jul 2022, APPLIED Adhesives, a leading adhesive solutions provider, released a press statement announcing the acquisition of Engineered Adhesive Systems (EAS), a major glue dispenser manufacturer. Engineered Adhesive Systems (EAS) has been one of the key companies in Michigan and this business move by APPLIES Adhesives is anticipated to improve its revenue share in the coming period.

Along with this, many enterprises have been proactively investing in R&D activities to design and launch advanced adhesive dispensing equipment and systems. In March 2022, for example, Techcon, a major fluid dispensing machine manufacturer, unveiled the TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System. The company, in its press release, claimed that this new equipment is the world’s fastest dispensing system available. The machine is powered by non-contact jetting technology which significantly improves the overall efficiency, speed, and accuracy of the glue dispensing process.

Similarly, in March 2024, Nordson EFD, a leading player in the industry, announced the expansion of its product portfolio with the launch of a new GVPlus and PROX series of automated fluid dispensing products. With advanced cameras and sensors, these robotics systems have been designed to operate on different surfaces, including glass, mirrors, plastics, etc., seamlessly.

In conclusion, the adhesive dispensing equipment industry is anticipated to maximize its revenue share in the coming period due to the introduction of different automation technologies in the sector. Additionally, the growing popularity of AI-powered glue dispensing devices is predicted to impact the market positively in the coming period.

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Akhilesh Prabhugaonkar

Akhilesh Prabhugaonkar

Author's Bio- Akhilesh Prabhugaonkar holds a bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering from the reputed Vishwakarma Institute of Technology. He has a special interest in the fields of forensics, world history, international relations and foreign policy, sports, agriculture, astronomy, security, and oceanography. An ardent bibliophile and melophile, Akhilesh loves to write on topics of his interest and various other societal issues. This love for writing made him enter the professional world of content writing and pursue his career in this direction.

 
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