Weighing systems for solvents and adhesives

Weighing scales and systems for the maunfacture of solvents and sealants

Weighing systems are used in the solvents, sealants, adhesives, and resins industry to ensure precise measurement and control of raw materials, to streamline production processes, manage inventory, and maintain quality.

The global adhesives and sealants market is poised for growth due to the increasing use of synthetic substrates, expanded applications in the construction and automotive sectors, and advancements in adhesive technologies. Water-based adhesives are seeing a rise in demand in North America’s building and construction sectors, as well as the packaging industry, which is being propelled by consumer demand. In addition, silicone sealants are experiencing widespread adoption in the automotive industry for applications such as sealing joints, forming gaskets, and bonding various parts, with polyurethane sealants following closely behind.

With demand growing, and an ever-increasing focus on innovation and sustainability, the solvents, sealants, adhesives, and resins industry can use weighing equipment to streamline processes, enhance cost efficiencies, improve safety, and achieve regulatory compliance.

To accurately control inventory and operational processes, the chemical and petrochemical industry add load cells and indicators to storage tanks and vessels

Safety is critical in the chemical industry, which means scales and weighing systems must be intrinsically safe to prevent the risk of ignition or contamination. IP rated, heavy washdown scales can also be useful in environments that are subject to stringent cleaning procedures.

Accurate weighing guarantees consistency between batches, maintaining product quality and performance standards. In addition, continuous monitoring of weight during the production process can help in maintaining the quality and consistency of the final product. To achieve this, scales are paired with sophisticated weight indicators and recipe control software to accurately measure chemicals, additives, and finished adhesives accurately.

Weighing systems help in accurately tracking the quantity of raw materials in stock, enabling efficient inventory management and reducing the risk of shortages or overstocking.

Truck scales, forklift scales and deck scales can be used to weigh incoming and outgoing shipments of raw materials and finished adhesive products. This is essential for managing transport costs and avoidance of overloading.