Overview Key Applications Hot melts are used in packaging, paper laminates, non-wovens, bookbinding, labeling, textiles and other industries. They are particularly used in high volume industries due to their short setting time. Hot melt adhesives are available in many forms (pellets, slugs, blocks, sticks…). They can be applied from a molten tank using heated hoses and dispensed with coaters or nozzles. They also can be applied directly at the point of assembly using a continuous rope or slug that is dispensed through a heated handgun. Films are also available for high area assembly and continuous laminating.