InvisiPac Designed to Improve Uptime and Deliver Cost Savings
Tank-free design significantly reduces char, nozzle plugging and
maintenance
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 15, 2013--
Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) is introducing its new InvisiPac™ Tank-Free™ Hot
Melt Delivery System for case and carton sealing applications. The
InvisiPac System was previewed at Pack Expo 2012 in Chicago, and is now
available for immediate sale through Graco’s channel of authorized
distributors.
InvisiPac’s innovative tank-free design significantly reduces the char
created by traditional hot-melt systems because the adhesives spend less
time at high temperatures. In addition, start-up times on an InvisiPac
production line will be approximately 10 minutes or less, compared to 35
minute start-ups for traditional hot-melt systems that use a tank to
heat the adhesives.
“InvisiPac was engineered to solve the complex and costly problems
associated with traditional hot-melt systems that rely on a tank to
bring adhesives up to a temperature of 350◦ F or more,” said
Nick Long, Product Marketing Manager at Graco. “Without a tank attached
to the system, InvisiPac reduces char and nozzle plugging, eliminates
the need for constant tank scraping, and ultimately lowers the end
user’s maintenance requirements.”
The InvisiPac System was designed for reliability and flexibility. While
it is ideal for case and carton sealing operations, InvisiPac offers a
game-changer for numerous other hot-melt sealing applications.
The complete InvisiPac System includes a vacuum feed system, in-line
melt chamber, heated hose and Graco-designed applicator. Its integrated
vacuum system feeds adhesive pellets to the in-line melt chamber. A
sensor monitors adhesive in the chamber, and additional pellets are
automatically added as needed, based on the demand of the application.
With its efficient heat transfer design, the InvisiPac System has
adhesive throughput capability equivalent to many hot melt tank systems.
The result is a continuous flow of adhesive during production that
significantly reduces the time adhesive sits at high temperature. Less
time at high temperature means less char, less maintenance and more
uptime.
For more information on the Graco InvisiPac System, visit www.graco.com/InvisiPac,
email InvisiPac@graco.com or
call 1-800-458-2133.
About Graco
Graco Inc. supplies technology and expertise for the management of
fluids in both industrial and commercial applications. It designs,
manufactures and markets systems and equipment to move, measure,
control, dispense and spray fluid materials. A recognized leader in its
specialties, Minneapolis-based Graco serves customers around the world
in the manufacturing, processing, construction and maintenance
industries. For additional information about Graco Inc., please visit us
at www.graco.com.
Source: Graco Inc.
Graco Inc.
Beth Torgerson, 612-623-6290
btorgerson@graco.com