Adhesive Dispensing System Engineering & Integration

Design and deploy reliable adhesive dispensing automation with GLOBAL Automation Technologies. Our engineers integrate FANUC robots, 3D bead-path programming, material flow control, vision inspection, and turnkey commissioning to improve bead consistency, process quality, and production performance across demanding manufacturing environments.

Robotic adhesive dispensing system applying a precise bead to an automotive component

Our Adhesive Dispensing Services

Integrated robotic dispensing, vision inspection, and turnkey automation engineering for consistent adhesive application.

Robotic Dispensing

GLOBAL programs FANUC robots for adhesive, seam sealer, polyurethane foam, cavity wax, sound dampening, and protective coating applications, tuning robot motion and material flow for consistent bead placement.

Vision Inspection

Integrated vision systems and flow monitoring verify bead width, location, and continuity in real time, helping identify missed paths, material defects, and off-spec applications before downstream processing.

The Full Finishing Line

Part in, surface prep, sealer and underbody, paint application, flash, cure and oven, inspection, and repair and part out. Running underneath every station: application engineering, robotic path development, process control, material delivery and circulation, part presentation and conveyance, and vision, tracking and process data.

Sealer, Underbody, LASD & Foam

GLOBAL's deepest application area, delivered as single visits, project engagements and resident programs — precision seal, skive and roof ditch, robotic seam seal and LASD cells, and underbody precision seal.

Turnkey Paint & Dispense Systems

GLOBAL owns the full scope: design, simulation, build, install and commission. One contract, one integrator, one point of accountability. GLOBAL specifies, procures, integrates and commissions every subsystem, then hands over a line that runs.

Paint Engineering Services

Process studies, offline programming, retooling, commissioning and resident engineering — without waiting on a capital approval. Most relationships start here rather than with a capital order.

Controlled Material Delivery

Improve Adhesive Application Consistency

GLOBAL engineers robotic dispensing systems around part geometry, joint design, material behavior, and production requirements. FANUC robots follow complex three-dimensional bead paths while engineers tune flow rates and robot speed for repeatable delivery. Vision inspection and flow monitoring help validate bead placement and continuity, reducing missed applications, material defects, scrap, and downstream rework.

Robotic system dispensing adhesive along a complex three-dimensional joint
The GLOBAL Difference

Why Choose GLOBAL Automation Technologies?

A single automation partner for the robotic system and engineering expertise required to run it.

Turnkey Expertise

One partner covers layout, engineering, programming, validation, installation, commissioning, training, and ongoing support.

FANUC Focus

GLOBAL integrates FANUC robots for precise, repeatable dispensing across demanding manufacturing environments.

Real-Time Validation

Vision inspection and flow monitoring help catch bead defects before parts move downstream.

Global Experience

17+ years, 110+ team members, and project experience across 22 countries support complex automation programs.

Meet The GLOBAL Team

Engineers and automation specialists solving manufacturing problems through integrated robotics.

GLOBAL Automation Technologies was founded in 2009 to solve manufacturing problems through automation. The company combines automation solutions, services and technical staffing, giving manufacturers access to both the equipment and the engineering talent needed to operate it. Today, GLOBAL has 110+ team members, offices in 4 countries, and engineering experience across 22 countries. Its work spans automotive, electric vehicle, heavy equipment, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing. For adhesive dispensing projects, the team brings together robot programming, controls, machine vision, process engineering, simulation, commissioning, and production support to develop practical systems around each customer’s parts, materials, and process requirements. Over the last five years, GLOBAL has delivered 745+ automation projects across 140+ manufacturing facilities.

FoundedEstablished in 2009
Team110+ automation professionals
Robots700+ FANUC robots installed

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of adhesive dispensing systems does GLOBAL integrate?

GLOBAL integrates FANUC robotic systems for seam sealers, structural adhesives, polyurethane foam, cavity wax, sound dampening materials, hem flange sealing, anti-chip tape, PVC underbody coatings, bed liner, and protective film masking. The system is engineered around the material, part geometry, joint design, bead requirements, and production process.

Can GLOBAL program dispensing robots for complex part geometries?

How is adhesive bead quality inspected?

Does GLOBAL provide complete turnkey dispensing integration?

Can adhesive dispensing be integrated into an existing production line?

What information is needed to evaluate a dispensing automation project?

Can GLOBAL support dispensing system commissioning and production launch?

Which industries can use robotic adhesive dispensing?

How do we start a paint or dispense project with GLOBAL?

Have an automation project in mind?

You don't need a defined project to start a conversation. Tell us about your products, your processes, and your automation goals, and learn how GLOBAL approaches automation.

Certifications & Recognition

Certifications & Recognition

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FANUC Level 5 Authorized System Integrator

GLOBAL holds Level 5 standing in FANUC's Authorized System Integrator program.

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WBENC-Certified Women-Owned Business

Certified by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council, helping OEM and Tier 1 buyers meet supplier-diversity goals.

#1 FANUC Robot Purchaser Among North American Integrators (2025) icon

#1 FANUC Robot Purchaser Among North American Integrators (2025)

In 2025, GLOBAL was the #1 purchaser of FANUC robots among North American integrators.

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Founded by Former FANUC Engineers

GLOBAL was founded by former FANUC engineers, and the team still brings deep FANUC application expertise.

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Trusted by FANUC's Paint Systems Group

FANUC's paint systems group has contracted GLOBAL since its founding for installation, commissioning, programming, process development and service support.

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550+ Paint & Dispense POs Since 2021

550+ paint and dispense POs since 2021, across 77 plants in 9 countries, from service visits to a complete greenfield paint shop.

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129 Seam Sealer Projects

129 seam sealer and interior seam sealer dispense projects delivered since 2021.

39 JPH at 97% Uptime icon

39 JPH at 97% Uptime

Robotic seam sealer and sound-deadener cells with 3D vision body location, PLC/HMI recipe control and MES integration, running 39 jobs per hour at 97% uptime.

120 EV Automotive OEM Projects icon

120 EV Automotive OEM Projects

120 projects for electric-vehicle OEMs, including greenfield paint and sealer systems, robotic dispense cells, inspection systems and collaborative assembly cells.

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25 Construction & Ag Equipment Projects

25 projects for construction and agricultural equipment manufacturers, including offline programming and robotic adhesive cell optimization.

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Proven Beyond Automotive

Robotic dispense, paint, weld and assembly engineering isn't industry-specific; the same process depth applies to any manufacturer running these processes.

From Service Calls to $36M+ Greenfield Systems icon

From Service Calls to $36M+ Greenfield Systems

Projects range from routine service calls under $10,000 to a $36M+ turnkey greenfield paint and sealer system.

Plan Your Adhesive Dispensing System

Share your application requirements with GLOBAL Automation Technologies to explore a practical robotic dispensing solution.

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