How to deal with overused adhesives and related cases?

Overuse of adhesives can lead to waste and unnecessary cost increases. Here are some tips for dealing with overuse of adhesives:

1. Training and guidance: Provide training and guidance to educate employees on the proper use of adhesives and the appropriate dosage. Ensure that employees understand the proper use of adhesives to avoid overuse.
2. Check and control the process: review the process flow to confirm whether the amount of adhesive used meets the actual needs. Adjust the parameters of the coating or extrusion equipment to control the output of the adhesive and ensure that it matches the product requirements.
3. Measurement and recording: Use accurate measuring tools, such as syringes, gauges or weighing equipment, to measure the required adhesive dose. Record adhesive dosage used and related process parameters for tracking and analysis.
4. Automation and control systems: Consider using automation and control systems to manage adhesive applications. These systems can precisely control the amount of adhesive used according to product requirements, reducing human error and waste.
   

Case in point: A manufacturing company found that they had overused adhesives during the manufacturing process, resulting in waste and increased costs. They have taken the following steps to address the problem:

– Training and cultivating awareness: The company provides training on adhesive use to employees and strengthens the awareness of economical use. Employees receive proper instructions to avoid over-applying or squeezing the adhesive.

– Measurement and recording: The company introduced accurate measurement tools and required employees to accurately measure and record the adhesive dosage used. This allows management to monitor usage and detect any overuse in a timely manner.

– Process optimization: By re-evaluating the process flow, they adjusted the parameters of the coating equipment to ensure that the output of the adhesive matched the actual demand. This helps reduce adhesive waste and improve production efficiency.

Through these measures, the company has managed to reduce adhesive usage, reduce waste, and reduce costs while maintaining product quality and performance.