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Hot Melt Adhesives for Filter Manufacturing

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Cattie Adhesives manufactures a full line of Hot Melt Adhesives for Filter Manufacturing and Water-based adhesives for Filter Assembly applications including:

    • Air Filters

    • Engine and Oil Filters

    • Liquid / Water Filters


Hot Melt Adhesives for Filter Manufacturing bond many components and materials including – Films, Foams, Papers, and Plastics.

Our Filter Manufacturing adhesives can be  Custom Formulated


Our Filter Assembly adhesives are designed for use on most Filter Manufacturing and Assembly equipment and are made to bond to most substrates including – fiberglass, nylon, plastics, rubber, foam and difficult to bond coated paper substrates.


In the Air filter manufacturing industry, there are many applications where hot melt adhesives are used.  Hot melt adhesives  are resistant to high and low temperatures and offer fast set times and so they  are  widely used in the manufacture of air filters.
Hot melt adhesives with fast set times are often the best choice when manufacturing air filters; because of the fast-running filter machines. Hot melt seals the filter frames, laminates the filter media and carefully closes the separators.
EVA Hot Melt  and  APAO based hot melt adhesives that are Flexible in cold temperatures, are good options for this application, these adhesives shows excellent bond strength and machining characteristics.
Polyamide based and Polyester-based (PET) hot melt adhesives are also used for air filters in industrial or car ventilation systems that have to withstand high temperatures. These hot melts are highly chemical- and heat-resistant – and offer strong adhesion to papers and non-woven fabrics.

Depending on the application – Hot Melt Bead – Hot Melt Roll Coating  or  Hot Melt Spray application can be used.

During the spray application process, the hot melt is mixed with air for full-surface adhesive application.

Slot Die coating and Roll Coating can also be used for a full-surface application of the hot melt adhesive.


Air Filter Assembly Adhesives – Hot Melts

# 7-M-378

7-M-378 is a solvent-free, hot melt adhesive that is designed to permanently bond mini-pleats on air filter assembly applications. It is formulated to run well at faster line speeds. 3,100cps at 325F, Fast Set.

# 7-M-227

7-M-227 is a high quality hot melt adhesive. It provides a strong, long lasting bonds to difficult substrates.  It is designed for the bonding of metal to filter media.    700cps at 350F, Medium Set.

# 7-M-256

7-M-256 is a high quality heat reactive hot melt adhesive. It provides a strong, long lasting bonds after being heat reactivated. It is designed for the framing of the air filters. 4,500cps at 325F, Slow Set.

# 7-M-265

7-M-265 is a  high quality heat reactive hot melt adhesive. It provides a strong, long lasting bonds after being heat reactivated. It is designed for the framing of the air filters. 3,500cps at 325F, Slow Set.

# 7-M-271

7-M-271 is a high quality hot melt adhesive. It provides a strong, long lasting bond.  It is designed a a pleat separator hot melt.  1000cps at 325F, Fast Set.

# 7-M-244

7-M-244 is commonly used for bonding metal to filter media.  strong bonds to difficult substrates.  1100cps at 350F, Slow Set.

# 7-M-347

7-M-347 is specialty hot melt designed as a very Fast Setting Frame Hot Melt.  1200cps at 350F, Fast Set.

# 7-M-355

7-M-355 is a hot melt designed for assembling of Furnace Filters, the product has High Heat Resistance and is applied using a Roll Coater.  1500cps at 325F, Medium Set.


Click below for more information on our most common Filter Manufacturing Adhesives:



 Air Filter Manufacturing  &  Filter Assembly Adhesives  for the following applications:


    • General Filter Assembly.
    • UL Approved Hot Melts For Automotive Filter and HVAC Filter Manuafacturing: UL # MH28876.
    • UL approved adhesives for Insulation and HVAC applications.
    • Automotive Grade Hot Melts for Filter Industry.  Formulated to meet GM Specification 998 5676.
    • UL Approved Hot Melt for Acoustical Panels & Soundproofing.
    • Fire retardant hot melt for Filter Manufacturing.
    • Filter Media Lamination – Liquid and Hot melt Systems.
    • Laminating – Hot Melt for Filter Assembly.
    • PUR – Hot Melt Polyurethane Reactive Adhesives.
    • Foam to foam Filter bonding.
    • Foam to fabric Filter bonding.

    • Filters – Air, Water and Oil Filter Assembly.
    • Pressure Sensitive Hot Melts for Filter Manufacturing.
    • Hot Melt adhesives for Filter Assembly.
    • Laminating – Liquid Systems, Paper.
    • PUR – One Component Liquid Reactive Polyurethane Adhesive.
    • Contact adhesives & Filter Fabricating adhesives.
    • Cold & Hot Press Laminating adhesives for: Filter Manufacturing and Filter Assembly.
    • Textile adhesives for Filter Industry.
    • Specialized Product Assembly | Pur for Filter Industry.
    • Specialized Product Assembly | Polyamide for Filter Industry.
    • Specialized Product Assembly | Air Filter Pleating.

Hot melt adhesives are a popular choice for filter manufacturing due to their exceptional bonding strength and versatility. They are thermoplastic adhesives that are melted and applied in a molten state, which then solidifies as it cools to form a strong bond.

Types of Hot Melt Adhesive for Filter Manufacturing

There are different types of hot melt adhesives used in filter manufacturing, each designed for specific applications. Below are some of the common types of hot melt adhesives used in filter manufacturing:

  1. Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) – EVA hot melt adhesives are a popular choice for filter manufacturing due to their excellent bonding strength and flexibility. They are compatible with a wide range of substrates, making them suitable for bonding different types of filters.
  2. Polyamide (PA) – PA hot melt adhesives are known for their exceptional bonding strength, even at high temperatures. They are ideal for use in high-temperature applications and are commonly used in filter manufacturing for applications where the filter will be exposed to high temperatures.
  3. Polyolefin (PO) – PO hot melt adhesives are known for their excellent bonding strength, high flexibility, and resistance to moisture. They are ideal for use in filter manufacturing applications where the filter will be exposed to moisture, such as in HVAC systems.
  4. Styrenic Block Copolymer (SBC) – SBC hot melt adhesives are known for their excellent bonding strength and high flexibility. They are commonly used in filter manufacturing for applications where a strong bond is required, such as in automotive filters.

Benefits of Hot Melt Adhesive for Filter Manufacturing

  1. Fast bonding: Hot melt adhesives bond quickly, reducing the time required for filter manufacturing.
  2. High bonding strength: Hot melt adhesives create a strong bond that is resistant to vibration and shock, ensuring the filter maintains its integrity.
  3. Versatility: Hot melt adhesives can be used to bond a wide range of substrates, making them suitable for use in several types of filters.
  4. Ease of use: Hot melt adhesives are easy to apply, reducing the complexity of filter manufacturing.

Hot melt adhesives are an excellent choice for filter manufacturing due to their exceptional bonding strength, versatility, and ease of use. They are available in several types, each designed for specific applications, making them suitable for bonding different types of filters.


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