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GP50-S Semi-Automatic Piston Insertion System

Check out our latest video, the Grunfeld GP50-S Semi-Automation Piston Insertion System in operation.

Posted 18th May 2020

The Grunfeld GP50-S is a semi-automatic piston insertion system. This system has been designed to allow operators to bung cartridges with ease. The system is available for cartridge sizes from 10ml to 1500ml with any ratio.

The GP50-S is ideal for medium and high-volume filling operations and makes the correct insertion of valved pistons into 2-component cartridges simple and reliable. Pneumatically controlled the GP50 Series of semi-automatic Piston Insertion Presses are robust and reliable, effectively closing and sealing valved pistons.

CE marked with liquid splash guards to shield the operator from accidental liquid discharge, with 2 handed operation to prevent accidental closure when loading pistons.

Grunfeld also manufactures a full range of fully automatic, Rotary Indexing Filling Systems with completely automatic handling of cartridge bodies and pistons, automated inspection systems with optional hot foil sealing and labelling available.

Adhesive Dispense Issues : Entrapped Air, and what you can do to avoid it!

Posted 14th Oct 2019

Entrapped air in 2 -component adhesives and casting resins can create multiple problems for the user.

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Nozzles play a key role in adhesive dispense. Here’s why.

Posted 9th May 2019

When it comes to nozzles for adhesive dispense there is a huge range of different types available. And each type has its own unique function.

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If quality is important to you, here’s 3 reasons you should consider automating your adhesive dispense processes.

Posted 9th Apr 2019

1. Increase efficiency, accuracy, profitability and MOST importantly: consistency with high speed maximum throughput systems.

Application Matters: Chemical Curing Adhesives. 2K versus 1K.

Posted 6th Mar 2019

There are many different chemically curing adhesive chemistries available on the market. However, knowing which adhesive is the right one for your application can be tricky! Chemically curing adhesives mostly fall into one of two categories. 1 component adhesives and 2 component adhesives. Both have benefits and disadvantages. The key is to get the right product for your application.

Falling unemployment and the effect this will have on manufacturing businesses.

Posted 30th Jan 2019

Falling unemployment globally is becoming a big challenge for all businesses, as the labour pool is shrinking by the day!

What could the future look like for Manufacturing Businesses?

Posted 2nd Jan 2019

And what part does automation play in this?

The pace of change and innovation seems to increase rapidly every year.

Why does pump specification matter when it comes to operator safety?

Posted 13th Dec 2018

Safety of the operators should be the number one consideration for any business. The implications of unsafe places of work can be massive, ranging from huge fines imposed by HSE, to court cases and legal fees, to bad publicity, the list could go on and on. It is a key consideration for all businesses to ensure that all equipment is correctly designed and that safe working practises are adopted for every process.

What if… spreading adhesive over a large surface area… could be easy!

Posted 6th Nov 2018

With the Grunfeld Spreader Head, adhesive application can be as easy as tying your shoelaces, or making your morning coffee.

Know what it’s like to spend hours trowelling flooring adhesive? Getting the adhesive over tools, hands and clothing.

And have you ever wished for an easier way of doing this?