Glue and meter roll rebuild parts support complete restoration of the Double Glue Unit in a corrugated box machine. Inside the Double Glue Unit, the glue roll transfers starch adhesive while the meter roll controls film thickness before bonding at the double backer. When bearings, journals, seals, and adjustment components wear, adhesive control declines and board quality becomes inconsistent. We supply precision glue and meter roll rebuild parts that restore alignment, rotational stability, and adhesive metering accuracy inside the Double Glue Unit.

View full list of replacement parts for the rebuild at the end of this article. 

Glue and meter roll rebuild partsGlue and Meter Roll Rebuild Parts for Double Glue Unit Performance

The glue roll and meter roll function as a matched assembly inside the Double Glue Unit. Together, they regulate adhesive transfer across the full machine width. However, rebuild success depends on more than resurfacing roll faces. Supporting components must maintain concentricity, load capacity, and mechanical stability.

Our glue and meter roll rebuild parts integrate directly into the existing assembly to restore:

  • Bearing alignment and load distribution

  • Shaft and journal integrity

  • Seal protection against adhesive exposure

  • Drive-side rotational stability

  • Proper roll engagement and adjustment control

As a result, the Double Glue Unit maintains consistent adhesive film thickness at varying production speeds. Furthermore, restored mechanical tolerances reduce vibration and extend rotating component service life.

Precision Components for Glue and Meter Roll Rebuild Parts

We engineer our glue and meter roll rebuild parts to meet OEM dimensional specifications for corrugated box machines. Because the Double Glue Unit operates continuously in a high-moisture adhesive environment, material selection and machining accuracy directly influence long-term performance.

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Available rebuild components include:

  • Bearing assemblies

  • Bearing housings

  • Seals and seal kits

  • Shaft and journal components

  • Adjustment mechanisms

  • Drive-side components

  • Mounting hardware

Additionally, correct component replacement during a rebuild helps reduce adhesive waste per MSF and improves bond consistency across board grades.

Supporting Corrugated Box Machine Stability Through Rebuild Parts

Glue and meter roll rebuild parts play a direct role in maintaining production stability. When worn components remain in service, operators often compensate by increasing adhesive volume, which raises operating cost and creates bond variation.

By replacing critical mechanical elements during a rebuild, maintenance teams can:

  • Improve adhesive regulation accuracy

  • Reduce starch consumption

  • Minimize scrap caused by dry lap or over-application

  • Extend bearing and shaft life

  • Stabilize Double Glue Unit operation at higher speeds

Consequently, the corrugated box machine operates with greater mechanical balance and more predictable bonding performance.

Inventory and Lead Times for Glue and Meter Roll Rebuild Parts

We strive to stock most glue and meter roll rebuild parts for shipment within 3 to 5 business days, subject to availability. Quick access to replacement components helps reduce downtime during scheduled maintenance or corrective repairs.

While we do not provide installation or maintenance services directly, we can recommend service providers experienced in Double Glue Unit rebuilds for corrugated machinery.

Glue and meter roll rebuild parts restore adhesive control and mechanical precision inside the Double Glue Unit of a corrugated box machine. By supplying OEM-spec replacement components, we help rebuild teams reestablish alignment, metering accuracy, and rotational stability. As a result, plants maintain consistent board quality and reduce downtime associated with glue station wear.

Contact us for OEM pricing and engineering support.

DGU Glue and Meter Rolls Part Numbers

Glue roll assembly R45702F

Item Part Number Description QTY
1 WA11709 Roller bearing 2
2 WA40526 Ball thrust bearing 1
3 WA04643 Seal, inner retainer 2
4 WA69148 Seal, outer retainer O.S. 1
5 WA06671 Seal, outer retainer D.S. 1
6 WA05326 Bearing locknut 1
7 WA05327 Bearing lockwasher  

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Meter roll assembly R58356F

Item Part Number Description QTY
8 R40352 Eccentric, bearing housing 2
9 R40364 Housing, eccentric 2
10 WA11792 Roller bearing 2
11 WA32146 Ball thrust bearing 1
12 WA80913 Seal, inner retainer O.S. 2
13 WA82490 Seal, outer retainer O.S. 1
14 WA05335 Bearing locknut 1
15 WA05336 Bearing lockwasher 1
16 WA42715 Timing belt, drive 1
17 WA82450 Timing belt, gap 1
18 WA81126 Jactuator 2
19 R42229 Stop nut Jactuator 2
20 R05812 Universal joint 2
21 WA02411 HSSS #10 – 24 x 3/8″ SST 2
22 WA15300 Taper pin w/ nut 1

Scraper blade assembly R60413F

Item Part Number Description QTY
23 R40387 Scraper blade 1
24 WA28456 (WA45894) HHCS 1/4 – 20 x 5/8 9
25 WA18058 (WA01371) Lockwasher 1/4″ 9
26 R03129 Stud, spring 2
27 WA26093 Compression spring 2
28 WA46539 Hex nut 3/8 – 16 2
29 WA26006 Nyloc hex nut 3/8 – 16 2
30 WA19490/SS Flat washer 3/8″ 4
31 WA90361 Bushing, self lubricating 2

Trolley frame assembly MA0577F

Item Part Number Description QTY
32 R42218 (WA82415) Bearing, V-roller 4
33 WA13956 Hex jam nut 1-1/4 – 12 4
34 R46582/SS V-track SST 2
35 WA01741/CR SHCS 1/2 – 13 x 3-1/2 zinc plated 8

Input drive assembly R45700F

Item Part Number Description QTY
36 R46027 Gear 48T, glue roll 1
37 R48798 Gear 40T, pinion shaft 1
38 WA82402 Ringfeder lock 2
39 R48282/X Pinion drive shaft 1
40 WA82470 Bearing 1
41 WA06291 Bearing locknut 1
42 WA06292 Bearing lockwasher 1
43 WA04643 Seal 1
44 WA64715 Seal 1
45 WA82234 Taper pin #7 2
46 WA82464/X Elastomer coupling assembly 1
47 WA82464/E Elastomer element (spare) 1

Additional Considerations 

Item Part Number Description QTY
48 WA82060 Timing sprocket w/ QD bush, meter 1
49 WA82059 Timing sprocket w/ QD bush, glue 1

corrugated machine replacement parts

Empire Corrugated Machinery has over 5,500 part numbers in inventory and our part number database is compromised of over 17,000 different part numbers. We specialize in the United, Koppers, Hooper-Swift, and Universal custom machined parts. We also have – and can get – some Prime, S & S, Langston, and Ward parts, but this is mostly limited to gears, sprockets, and splined shafts.