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Force, Thrust, and Pressure
Choosing the right tool for an application requires an understanding of the relationship between the Force (thrust) created Drive System and Pressures (PSI) within the Material Containment Unit (MC...
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How Dispensing Tools Work
There are 3 core components in a dispensing tool: The Drive, the Material Containment Unit (MCU), and Nozzle. By customizing these components to meet your specific application needs, you can create the optimal dispensing tool. Drive: Creates initial force or thrust Material Containment Unit ...
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How To Choose The Right Nozzle
Nozzles determine the size and shape of the material applied.
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How Fast is Fast
POWERFUL, FAST, & RELIABLE! A Cordless Gun can dramatically decrease the amount of time on a work site. For example, a DL-59-T13E with a 2” barrel can fill a 1/4 inch x 1/8 inch joint the length of a football field, in less than 2 minutes. That’s greater than 150 feet per minute. Unlike...
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Drives are like Gears of a Bike
FACT: CAULKING GUN DRIVES ARE JUST LIKE THE GEARS OF A RACING BIKE: When choosing among drive systems, it is important to remember that the force needed to dispense thin (low viscosity) materials is much less than that needed for thicker (higher viscosity) materials. Long nozzles generate s...
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Viper Line
Basic guns designed for simple jobs. Typically offered at hardware, paint, and DIY stores. We add to their value with our engineering and quality control. Drives in this category are R5, R6B & H10. H10 Drive: R5 And R6 Manual Drives are excellent for low-cost sealants and applications where t...
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Cordless Drive
FASTER DISPENSING, GREATER POWER & RELIABILITY WITH ALBION’S CORDLESS DRIVE. 18-VOLT HEAVY DUTY 18V Lithium-ion Battery Delivers Increased Performance and Life. ADVANCED BATTERY TECHNOLOGY Over 40 models available for Bulk, Cartridges, Sausage Packs And Twi...
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Material Containment Units
Material Containment Units contain the material to be dispensed. The force generated by the Drive System creates pressure inside the Material Containment Unit, forcing the material through the nozz...
B-Line Drive
The B-Line is designed to compete with the best from around the world. By combining legendary Albion design and quality we offer tools that stand above the competition in value. Drives in this category are B1, B8, B12, B18 and B26. B1 Manual Drive: B8 Manual Drive: B18 Manual Drive:
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Which Albion Piston Packing (Cup) or Ejector is best?
Albion manufactures a wide variety of pistons. Choose the best one for your application based on the type of material you are dispensing.
Professional Line Tools
We are especially proud of our Professional Line, which satisfies the needs of skilled craftsmen installing sealants and adhesives daily. These individuals require heavy-duty tools that are adaptable for special applications and are easily maintained with replacement parts. They expect their...
Pneumatic / Air Power Drive
Single Action and AT Dual Action Air-Powered Drives Single Action Air-Powered Drive: AT Dual Action Air-Powered Drive