On-demand packaging
Packaging tailored to the product – a strong seal with hot melt adhesive
Hot melt adhesive application technology for on-demand packaging – the box is created in real time to fit the dimensions of each product. No warehouse of dozens of box formats, no excess void fill, with a strong and clean bond even at a variable package size. A solution for e-commerce, fulfilment and custom production.
- 50+ years of industry experience
- Authorised Robatech partner
- In-house service and SOS line
What you are dealing with
- A warehouse full of different box formats and oversized packaging with extra void fill.
- Variable orders (e-commerce, one-off production) require flexible packaging in real time.
- Waste of packaging material and rising costs for packaging and logistics.
How Kaletech solves it
We supply a hot melt adhesive application system that integrates into an automated packaging line and seals a box made to fit each product. The adhesive is applied in precisely metered amounts – in dots or short beads – so the bond is strong, clean and forms within a few seconds even at a variable package size.
We will adapt the system to the parameters of your orders in real time and design the application technique, a suitable adhesive and the connection to the line's control software. Whether you pack ten items or ten thousand a day.
Who the solution suits
- E-commerce & fulfilment
- Custom production
- Logistics centres
- Made-to-measure packaging manufacturers
Key benefits of on-demand packaging with hot melt adhesive
Made-to-measure packaging
Every pack matches the product dimensions – without unnecessary overhang or void fill.
Fewer formats in stock
There is no need to store dozens of box sizes.
Up to −30% energy
Tankless melt-on-demand and economical application patterns reduce energy consumption.
Reliable sealing
Every box is securely sealed for transport, with virtually no operator intervention.
Speed and precision
High metering speed and a strong, clean bond even at a variable rate.
Integration into the line
Open interfaces and Fieldbus for easy connection to an automated packaging line.
How it works and what technology is used
The principle uses melting adhesive on demand (melt-on-demand) – the unit melts only as much adhesive as the line currently consumes, with individually controlled heating zones. Hot melt adhesive is applied by a jetting application head in dots or short beads onto the box flaps; after folding, a strong bond forms within a few seconds. The system integrates into new and existing packaging lines and adapts to changing package dimensions in real time.
Packaging tailored to the product
The packaging line creates a box matching the dimensions of the specific product in a given order.
Precise hot melt adhesive application
The jetting application head applies adhesive in dots or short beads – only where it is needed.
Folding and compressing the box
Once the flaps are folded, a strong and clean bond forms within a few seconds.
Pattern control and automatic refilling
The control system monitors the application pattern and automatic adhesive refilling extends the intervals without operator attention.
Technology used
Vision – the most advanced melter
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Performa – heated hose for highly precise applications
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SpeedStar Compact electric jetting head
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Case study: Automated gluing of carton packaging for Fatra
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Gluing of cardboard packaging with variable height
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„For such a complex and fast line we needed a partner who understands not only gluing but also the real operation of a production line. Kaletech delivered exactly what we expected. We appreciate that it does not approach a project with a ‚delivered – done' attitude, but actively comes up with proposals for further improvement."
Why solve your gluing challenge with Kaletech
50+ years of industry experience
We build on the development of Swiss Robatech (since 1975) and our own practice on the Czech market since 2004.
Authorised Robatech partner
The exclusive supplier of Robatech technologies for industrial gluing.
In-house service and parts
A service team, spare parts in stock and an SOS line.
Free consultation
We will design a tailored solution and fine-tune it directly in your operation.
Frequently asked questions
On-demand packaging (packaging on demand) means the box is created to fit the dimensions of each product in real time – instead of a warehouse of dozens of fixed box formats. Hot melt adhesive ensures a strong and clean seal even at a variable package size.
Want to pack flexibly and to fit every product?
Get in touch – we will design an application system for on-demand packaging that reduces packaging material and energy consumption and speeds up the entire packaging process.
- +420 732 469 082
- info@kaletech.cz
- SOS service: +420 736 443 247