Glue dispensing machine with touchscreen AutoWheel

fully-automatic

Overview
AutoWheel by Valco Melton is an enclosed adhesive dispensing system designed as a drop-in replacement for traditional glue wheels on folder-gluers. The system delivers consistent bottom-up adhesive application, eliminates routine glue-pot cleaning, and enables full-speed operation without glue slinging or missing-glue defects.

Key benefits

• No cleaning, more uptime: Enclosed design removes daily glue-pot cleaning tasks, converting maintenance time into production time.
• Full-speed, clean application: Accurate adhesive deposition at any machine speed; prevents cartons sticking and glue sling issues.
• Eliminates missing-glue defects: Automatic adhesive feed removes the risk of empty glue pots and the resulting unglued parts.
• Reduced waste and disposal: Removes daily glue disposal needs and supports sustainability and regulatory compliance.

Modular architecture
The AutoWheel solution integrates Valco Melton's bottom-up gluing technology within a modular architecture that adapts to manufacturer requirements. Designed for minimal line changes, it typically retrofits an existing folder-gluer within hours.

Standard components

• Industry-proven bottom-up glue station
• Adhesive pattern controller
• Encoder
• Pump

Optional components

• OneView operator interface
• System stand

Measurable ROI
AutoWheel improves overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) by increasing uptime, improving quality, and reducing waste. These savings enable straightforward ROI calculations for retrofit projects.

Use cases / outcomes

• Quick retrofit of existing folder-gluers with minimal line modifications.
• Run at full production speed without glue-related defects or slinging.
• Reduce operator-dependent cleaning and manual interventions.

Technical specifications

• Product name / model: AutoWheel
• Technology: Enclosed bottom-up adhesive dispensing system (Valco Melton)
• Primary functions: Eliminate glue-pot cleaning, prevent glue slinging, automatic adhesive feed to avoid empty pots
• Standard modules: Bottom-up glue station, adhesive pattern controller, encoder, pump
• Optional modules: OneView operator interface, system stand
• Installation: Drop-in retrofit for folder-gluers; typical installation within a few hours
• Performance: Accurate adhesive application at full machine speed; reduces missing-glue defects and adhesive waste
• Sustainability: Eliminates daily glue disposal and supports regulatory compliance