When it comes to sealing cartons, cases, and boxes, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Today’s packaging world is as diverse as the products it protects, with thousands of variations in board types, coatings, structures, and environmental demands. From corrugated fiberboard to laminated paperboard, chipboard to custom die-cut trays—each material and shape brings its own challenges when it comes to forming and sealing.

When it comes to applying adhesive in a production environment, one of the most important decisions you’ll face is whether to stick with manual methods or invest in an automated or semi-automated system.

Today’s hot melt adhesives are smarter, stronger, and more versatile than ever before. With continuous innovation in chemistry, application methods, and equipment technology, hot melt adhesives have expanded their role in everything from packaging and product assembly to construction and non-wovens.

In adhesive applications, "stitching"—the process of applying adhesive in intermittent dots or short bursts instead of a continuous bead—is a proven way to cut down on adhesive usage and reduce costs. It's a valuable strategy in many industries, especially when product strength and performance aren’t compromised.