Astro Packaging is a leading manufacturer and distributor of adhesives and adhesive dispensing equipment. We specialize in adhesive applications for packaging, product assembly, paper converting, graphic arts, glue sticks, glue dots and more.
Prior to manufacturing, Astro Packaging was previously the largest North American distributor for Slautterback® and Nordson® hot melt equipment. Now Astro Packaging leads the way with their simple, and reliable, all-electric technology.
Astro Packaging is a platinum distributor and represents the following brands:
Henkel®
Glue Dots Int'l®
HB Fuller®
Bostik®
Jowat®
IFS DuraPro®
ITW Dynatec®
Graco®
At Chicago Glue & Machine, we think about glue 24/7/365 because we know you rely on your adhesives to do their jobs. You most likely don't give your glue a second thought, until there's a moment when you MUST think about it.
Hopefully, that moment is when you are introducing a new process or a new product and need the most knowledgeable adhesive team to help you engineer the best solution. That’s where CGM comes in! We have a large inventory of hot melt, liquid, reactive, dots and sticks ready to ship or deliver to your door the very same day. We also carry a wide array of parts and accessories and we have machines available for sale or rent. The best part — all of these offerings come with our industry knowledge to help you find the best product and solution for your specific application.
In reality, we know the moment you think about your glue is usually when something goes wrong. We call those moments of stringing, staining and pop opens “glue-mergencies”. And although we use humor in our marketing, we know that your adhesive or equipment faltering is no laughing matter. Because we’ve been in the glue business for a long time, we know that an issue can arise any time of day or night. That’s why we’ve made ourselves always available – including nights, weekends and holidays – with the glue, equipment and service you need to help you finish the job.
Companies across America have made Hot Melt Technologies (HMT®) their “go-to” source for hot melt equipment and expertise. You should, too. Consider …
Since 1981, HMT has been a leader in the hot melt applications industry. And it’s no wonder … because all our systems are based on our innovative ProFlex® machine design concept with modular components to fit precise applications and process requirements.
Time tested to withstand the rigors of heavy, industrial operations, our ProFlex as well as our Benchmark® and AutoPack® hot melt machines continue to set the standard for reliability, durability, ease-of-service, and value.
We have also pioneered and developed industry leading handguns and automatic guns designed to accommodate every work cell and automated line configuration. And our heated hoses are recognized throughout the industry as being able to withstand the most harsh and rigorous of environments.
In addition, HMT has established industry leading after-sale support programs designed to maintain shop-floor productivity … while increasing front office satisfaction. And, along the way, we’ve earned a reputation as the company to call first for help with challenging new installations or upgrades.
So whether you’re looking to gain greater efficiency for your product assembly or packaging hot melt operation, or simply seeking to move up from a stapler or stick gun, remember …
No One Puts It Together Like HMT®