Adhesives innovator Henkel has added a new formulation to its award-winning Technomelt line. Technomelt PUR 9015 BV/WV is a polyurethane hot melt adhesive that delivers high initial bond strength for glass and large-panel appliance applications requiring immediate post-assembly stability and long-term structural durability. With excellent adhesion across multiple substrates, high thermal resistance, and compatibility with automated processes, Technomelt PUR 9015 BV/WV offers manufacturers a flexible, high-reliability, and cost-efficient assembly solution.
The Challenge: Traditional Processes Are Time-Consuming and Wasteful
Many home appliance applications – such as refrigerators, washing machines, and air conditioners – often require the relocation of large glass panel components within the plant before the adhesive has fully cured. This movement can cause misalignment and defects. Traditionally, manufacturers have used temporary positioning methods like tape to hold components in place during adhesive cure, but these approaches require additional time, labor, and material costs.
The Solution: High Initial Strength with Fast Fixturing
Technomelt PUR 9015 BV/WV eliminates this costly and time-consuming extra step. Its high initial bond strength allows products to be moved within minutes after adhesive application, dramatically improving production efficiency. Furthermore, if component defects are found during manufacturing, the product can be heat-softened and debonded for up to two hours after application – preserving high-value components for reassembly and minimizing waste.
Leandro Pedro, Henkel Global Market Strategy Manager, explains:
“Today’s high-end appliances are increasingly integrating glass and sophisticated ink-coated glass panels as designs trend toward smart, sleek appliances. Enabling quick relocation of parts after glass panel assembly, in addition to having a reworkability option for high-value components, is a game-changer for appliance manufacturers. Unnecessary steps are eliminated and costs are reduced.”
Key Product Features
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High initial glass bonding strength – Adhesion to various substrates including ABS, PCM, and aluminum
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Creep resistance – Maintains stability under vertical loading at 40°C
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Open time – 2.5 to 8 minutes at 23°C (formulation dependent)
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High thermal resistance
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Low viscosity – Optimized for manual or automatic dispensing, improving throughput and manufacturing efficiency
Aligned with Henkel’s Sustainability Commitment
Pedro adds that Technomelt PUR 9015 BV/WV aligns with Henkel’s sustainability commitment: “This adhesive reliably bonds glass panels without additional positioning materials, enables rework by allowing debonding, saves production time, and minimizes waste. Early adopters have seen significant cost and scrap reductions.”
Although its initial success has centered on the home appliance industry, Technomelt PUR 9015 BV/WV can support any industrial manufacturing scenario where fast parts relocation and reworkability are important. For more information, visit the Henkel website.
