Unicol UNIBORD 694 EVA Hot Melt Adhesive Pellets

Unicol UNIBORD 694 is a granular, EVA-based hot melt adhesive developed for use in automatic edge banding machines operating at approximately 12–30 metres per minute.

Offering excellent adhesion and versatile performance, it is designed for bonding solid timber edging and plastic laminate edging to suitable wood-based panels. UNIBORD 694 is also suitable for softforming applications, making it a practical edgebander glue for cabinetmaking, joinery, furniture production and panel-processing workshops.

Available in Natural, White, Black and Walnut, allowing the adhesive colour to be matched more closely to the board, decorative surface or edging material for a cleaner-looking glue line.

Key Features

• EVA-based industrial hot melt adhesive
• Granular pellets for automatic edge banding machines
• Suitable for machine speeds of approximately 12–30m/min
• Bonds solid timber and plastic laminate edging
• Suitable for softforming applications
• Excellent adhesion and versatile processing performance
• Available in multiple colours to complement different panels and edges
• Available in convenient 4kg tubs and economical 25kg bulk bags
• Ideal for cabinetmaking, joinery and furniture manufacturing

Recommended Applications

UNIBORD 694 is designed for:

• Automatic edge banding machines
• Cabinet and furniture manufacturing
• Kitchen, wardrobe and commercial joinery production
• Solid timber edging
• Plastic laminate edging
• Softforming applications
• General wood-panel edge processing

Technical Specifications

Available Options

Important Application Advice

For best results, ensure the panels and edging materials are clean, dry and free from dust, oil or release agents. Cold or damp materials may reduce the adhesive’s open time and lead to an unreliable bond.

Regularly check the glue temperature at the application roller. Temperatures below the recommended range may shorten the available bonding time, while excessive temperatures can degrade the adhesive and affect its colour, viscosity and bonding performance.

During production breaks, reduce the glue-pot temperature by approximately 30–40°C to help prevent unnecessary thermal degradation.

Because substrates, edging materials and machine settings vary, always perform a preliminary bonding test before commencing production.

Documents

Technical Data sheet

FAQ section

What is Unicol UNIBORD 694 used for?

UNIBORD 694 is an EVA hot melt adhesive used in automatic edge banding machines to bond solid timber and plastic laminate edging to suitable wood-based panels. It is also suitable for softforming.

What temperature should UNIBORD 694 be applied at?

Unicol recommends a tank temperature of 170–190°C and a roller temperature of 200–220°C. Always check your edgebander settings and conduct a test with the materials being bonded.

What edgebander speed is it suitable for?

UNIBORD 694 is designed for an ideal operating speed of approximately 12–30 metres per minute.

Is UNIBORD 694 suitable for PVC or ABS edging?

The manufacturer’s technical sheet specifically identifies solid timber and plastic laminate edging. Compatibility with PVC, ABS or other edging materials should be confirmed through preliminary testing before production.

Which adhesive colour should I choose?

Choose the colour that best complements the board and edging:

• White: white and light-coloured panels
• Natural: general-purpose and pale timber finishes
• Walnut: darker timber and brown finishes
• Black: black and very dark panels

How should the adhesive be stored?

Store it in its original sealed packaging in a clean, dry environment. The stated shelf life is 24 months when stored at 20°C.

UNIBORD 694 may be considered by businesses searching for an alternative to selected Jowat Jowatherm, Kleiberit and Henkel Technomelt Dorus EVA edgebanding adhesives, subject to application testing and machine compatibility.

Comparable Edgebanding Adhesives

Customers searching for alternatives to the following edgebanding adhesives may consider Unicol UNIBORD 694, subject to confirming machine settings and substrate compatibility:

Important: These products have overlapping EVA edgebanding applications but should not be treated as guaranteed like-for-like chemical equivalents. Before changing adhesives, compare the required operating temperature, feed speed, edging material, panel type and machine manufacturer’s recommendations. Always perform a production trial before full-scale use.