In an earlier post, we discussed the main benefits label printers can experience when manufacturing their own specialty label stock. Now, let's dive into how you can incorporate hot melt coating capabilities into your production lines.
2025-09-07
The corrugated manufacturing industry has transformed from a "good enough" operation relying on manual inspection and mechanical systems to a high-speed, precision-driven environment. Three forces drove this change: production speeds reaching 2,000 feet per minute, unprecedented scale creating a $311 billion global market, and quality demands from automated packaging systems that have zero tolerance for defects. Traditional sensors and manual inspection methods have reached their limits in meeting these modern manufacturing requirements.
2025-08-22
Manufacturers face significant unplanned equipment downtime that disrupts production schedules and threatens profit margins. For facilities dependent on hot melt adhesive dispensing systems, this represents far more than operational inconvenience. With escalating downtime costs across heavy industry, effective maintenance has evolved from best practice to survival necessity.
2025-07-16
Traditional manual glue station setups are time-intensive and error-prone. Valco Melton’s AutoGap Adjustment takes the guess work out of this process, reducing setup times from minutes to seconds. Operators can quickly switch between preset flute sizes without needing specialized tools or deep technical knowledge.
2025-05-29
The carton folding and gluing machine market is expected to grow from USD 582.5 million in 2024 to USD 809.53 million by 2032 globally, driven by the rising demand for packaging automation. As production demands grow and quality expectations rise, folding carton plants are turning to more automated technology to streamline operations.
2025-04-30
PackChek utilizes a powerful combination of thermal and visual imaging technology to transform packaging quality control from a necessary expense into a strategic advantage. With the ability to inspect up to 10,000 cases per hour, this innovative system delivers real-time feedback that allows manufacturers to ensure perfect packages every time.
2025-04-29
When it comes to folding carton manufacturing, a tiny flaw can lead to major headaches like frustrated customers, product returns and a reputation on the line. That’s exactly what one carton company was facing: multiple complaints per week about carton window defects, including misaligned, wrinkled, or even missing windows. Determined to fix the issue, the company turned to Valco Melton’s WindowChek system, a vision-based inspection technology that goes far beyond traditional sensors.
2025-03-21
In the label printing industry, staying ahead requires confident decisions and embracing innovation. Learn how to enjoy multiple possibilities to enhance your product portfolio with new, higher added-value label formats.
2025-03-10
All-electric adhesive dispensing systems offer improved sustainability, increased operational efficiency, and enhanced reliability. These innovative systems can reduce adhesive consumption by up to 70% while providing unprecedented precision and control, helping manufacturers meet both environmental goals and production demands.
2025-02-27
Valco Melton’s camera-based inspection systems help guarantee zero defects in corrugated production. Detect glue issues, manufacturer’s gaps and print defects in real time to build customer confidence.
2025-02-26
