Identify the substrates to be bonded (e.g., MDF, melamine board, plywood, solid wood, chipboard, wood-plastic composite, aluminum sheet, glass-fiber reinforced magnesium board) and materials (e.g., PVC film, PET film, PP film, acrylic, leather, paper). Consult the PUR flat laminating hot melt adhesive supplier for suitable adhesive recommendations.
Set the machine's adhesive melting temperature, roller pressure, and adhesive application volume.
Feed the panels through the conveyor belt into the dust removal system to eliminate surface dust.
Apply the PUR flat laminating hot melt adhesive evenly onto the panel surface, then press the laminating material flat onto the panel.
It is recommended to let the bonded panels rest for at least 24 hours before proceeding to subsequent processing steps.
Special Focus: PUR Adhesive for High-Gloss and Super-Matt Surfaces
High-gloss PETG, acrylic, and piano-finish PVC films are the most technically demanding surfaces in flat lamination — and the fastest-growing segment of the decorative panel market as architects and furniture designers push modern aesthetics.
The challenge: conventional adhesives applied at high temperatures cause thermal rippling, micro-bubbling, and orange-peel texture that are immediately visible on reflective high-gloss surfaces. At the same time, restoring forces in rigid acrylic and PETG sheets are significantly higher than in flexible PVC films, placing more stress on the adhesive bond during the first hours after lamination.
Jiwei 801.06-1 and 801.60 are specifically formulated for these demanding surfaces:
Low processing temperature range (120–135°C application zone) — prevents thermal rippling of temperature-sensitive high-gloss foils
Excellent wetting on low-energy surfaces — bonds to PETG, acrylic, and piano-finish PVC without primer in most cases
High Shore hardness after cure — resists the restoring force of rigid decorative materials during panel stacking in the factory
Anti-stacking mark formulation — prevents panels from leaving impressions on each other during post-lamination staging
What Is PUR Flat Lamination and Why Does Adhesive Selection Matter?
Flat lamination is the process of bonding a decorative surface material — thermoplastic film, paper foil, veneer, HPL, or acrylic sheet — to the full face of a flat panel substrate such as MDF, particleboard, plywood, or aluminum composite board, using a continuous roller coater or slot nozzle laminating line.
It is one of the highest-volume bonding processes in the furniture, flooring, construction, and interior fit-out industries, producing the finished surfaces of cabinet fronts, door skins, flooring planks, wall panels, kitchen worktops, exhibition stands, and retail fixtures.
Three adhesive technologies compete in flat lamination:
PVAc dispersion adhesives — water-based, low cost, but sensitive to heat and humidity. Bond strength degrades above 50°C and in wet environments.
UF (urea-formaldehyde) adhesives — strong initial bond but brittle after curing, formaldehyde emissions, restricted in EU, North America, and increasingly in export markets.
Moisture-curing PUR hot melt adhesives — the modern standard. Applied hot as a hot melt, cures irreversibly through crosslinking with ambient moisture. Delivers heat resistance, moisture resistance, and long-term bond durability that PVAc and UF cannot match.
Jiwei's PUR for flat lamination hot melt adhesive combines the processing speed of a hot melt (instant initial tack, no clamping time) with the permanent bond quality of a reactive adhesive — and it is 100% solvent-free, formaldehyde-free, and low-VOC.
PUR Flat Laminating Hot Melt Adhesive Application Notes
PVC film requires back coating. MDF surfaces must be flat and clean. PVC-coated steel, wood-plastic composite, and acrylic sheets require surface activation treatment.
Recommended ambient temperature: 15-30°C. Heating equipment is required below 10°C.
PUR flat laminating hot melt adhesive must not come into contact with air or water vapor prior to use.
Seal the adhesive nozzle during production stoppages. If downtime exceeds one week, clean the adhesive hose and nozzle.
For perfect results: Jiwei offers innovative and powerful industrial adhesives, tailored for customers across diverse industries. Contact us for personalized service.