Abrasives, often mineral based, are used to shape or finish a wide range of materials through a sanding or rubbing action. (Wikipedia).

Protein glues, also called jelly or cake glues, are used in many everyday applications like book binding, game board manufacturing, packaging, wood working and more.

So what is the difference between EVA hot melts and PUR hot melts anyway? In the simplest form, EVA’s can be used in open application dispensing systems while PUR’s require closed systems. Both do a great job in an adhering various substrates but use different routes in regards to how they can be applied.

Each year, we speak with hundreds of businesses and manufacturers in regards to their hot melt needs. 

Because so many of them know that we distribute hot melt glue for the largest players in the industry, they sometimes ask us who are the other hot melt suppliers in the U.S.