# 5.4.2 Equipment Selection

> From: LOCTITE®X Digital Manual for Bonding (https://www.loctitex.com/en/manuals/bonding/5.4.2-equipment-selection/)

#### 5.4.2 Equipment Selection

The selection of an appropriate adhesive may depend on what type of dispensing equipment is selected. Many adhesives lend themselves well to automated or semi-automated dispensing; however, the circumstances in many manufacturing situations may not justify the cost or process changes.

The following three sections describe the three basic dispensing processes and how they may impact the choice of adhesive or assembly design.