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100

What was the first type of glue chemistry

Protein based (animal)

100

What differentiates our tank filters from Nordson's tank filters?

Filter media can be replaced without replacing entire filter assembly.

100

A beverage packaging customer of yours wants a new hot melt system, what must be filled out first to spec the unit?

A Packaging System Checklist

100

what is the standard recommendation your customers perform a PM on their hot melt systems?

Every 6 months

100

What year did John become CEO? What was his former role?

January 2021, CFO

200

What two types of failures that cause a pop open?

Cohesion and Adhesion

200

What style module does Nordson offer that we do not have an equivalent for?

MBII Surebead

200

What is the name of the equipment supplier we use for breakaway chemistries?

GMS Vansco

200

What parts are included in a PM kit?

Tank filter, inline filter, air filter.

200

When is Justin's birthday?

September 19th

300

what chemistry of adhesive provided the following: bond a wide range of dissimilar substrates, fast assembly time, high durability, flexibility,  minimal surface prep, replace welds and mechanical fasteners.

An MMA

300

Which part has been coined the "gateway drug" as TMs have been successful in using them to open the door to larger opportunities?

Nozzles

300

What are 3 reasons an HM25C will not be a good fit for a packaging application?

Adhesive form in pillows, no room for autofeed, melt rate insufficient, small budget etc.

300

What is the cost per unit on the Vantage Premium or Vantage+ Program?

  • Premium: $2,875

  • Plus: $2,275

300

What adhesive manufacturer did Tony Torres work for?

Henkel, 2006-2018

400

What sealant is generally not UV protected?

Polyurethane

400

What is standard module spacing for standard Nordson applicators?

0.88"

400

What makes the Raptor handgun different from other swirl gun applicators

air supply for swirl spray is heated within hose and does not cool adhesive when swirling, creating a smoother pattern

400

Name 2 things included in the Vantage Program

Semi-annual PMs per unit, System Health Report, Parts Discount, Training

400

What did Jay do before he was in Sales?

Suprise! It's Operations Compliance!

500

What is edge banding and what 2 adhesive technologies would you recommend?

Wrapping of a veneer around the edge of another wood substrate. Hot melt EVA or PUR.

500

What part in the maintenance is often unsold and Nordson does not commonly tell their customers about but is crucial to make sure the machine keeps running?

Pump Lubricant

500

What lie does Nordson tell their customers about their own policies when using our parts?

voids warranty on dispensing equipment. 

500

What is a good alternative for a service plan if a customer does not meet the minimum melter threshold?

quote them for two days of service and needed parts and schedule services on line down days.

500

Who were the founders of Applied Adhesives

Skip Jewett and Bob Houston in 1971