One of the major products in corrugation industries is the corrugated board. Production of corrugated board involves curing various levels of paper on a corrugating machine. The layers are glued together using an adhesive. The manufacture of corrugated boards mostly makes use of starch-based adhesives and glues. They are prepared in a starch kitchen to produce a powder form of the resin that is diluted to form a liquid paste. When choosing the best starch preparation system, consider these important factors.
Automation
Almost every machine nowadays is automated thanks to advancements in technology. The use of program control in a starch kitchen will not only ensure increased efficiency in operation but also avoid any instability of adhesive caused by human factors. Automation also enables adjustment of the starch adhesive to the right viscosity as per production requirements and in a consistent quality. With an auto-feeding, weighing, and cleaning, less manpower is required, and this translates into lower production costs.
Accurate sensors and alarm system
The most suitable glue kitchen for your corrugation solutions should have accurate weighing sensors and an automated alarm system. Accuracy ensures that any problems during the starch preparation process are promptly identified and fixed. A good alarm system should be able to detect low levels of starch and lye, feeding trouble, overheating of the system, or any other machine-related issues. In such a case, manual intervention will be required for normal operations to resume.
Smooth operation
It is important to have a starch kitchen system that you and other users can easily operate. Machines that come with complicated controls cause inefficiency in production due to constant breakdowns and reduced speeds. There are increased costs of repair and maintenance due to regular breakdowns and machine failure. If you have a glue kitchen system with complicated controls, you should ensure that all users receive training on the correct mode of operation for efficiency in production.