About Us - Irion-America

Welcome to Irion-America!

Irion has been a premier producer of high quality caulking and PU foam guns for more than 20 years. The combination of German engineering and on-site quality control along with the most cost effective manufacturing process has made Irion products number one in the global market. Our production facility in China operates under the strictest test standards maintaining certificates. Having all our operations from manufacturing through distribution in one company provides unique capabilities for creating customized features and private label products as well as reducing costs and delays. Irion is strongly committed to sustainable, environmentally-friendly technologies and fair treatment of employees. Our expertise is appreciated by retailers and specialized wholesalers both nationally and internationally.

FAQs

What is the best way to contact Irion-America?

Email sales@irion-america.com for all product related or general questions.

How can I purchase product?

Email sales@irion-america.com and a representative will put you in contact with a local distributor.

Why are there no prices on the website?

Irion-America goes through distribution channels and can direct you to a distributor in your area. We do not sell direct to the end-user.

Where is the nearest distributor?

Please email sales@irion-america.com to find your local distributor partner.

Does Irion-America offer Private Label Products?

Yes, we offer custom private labeling for all products – even for smaller amounts (408 foam guns and 504 caulking applicators). Design services included.

What is a Thrust Ratio?

Thrust ratio measures the amount of force generated to push the material each time you pull the trigger on a manual gun. Thrust ratios range from 3:1 to 28:1. Guns with lower ratios are used for dispensing thin caulk, such as water-based, latex caulk, while higher thrust ratio guns are needed for dispensing thicker caulk, such as epoxy sealants. Dual component epoxies, polyurethanes, construction adhesives all require guns with a thrust ratio of 18:1 to 25:1.

How do I clean my foam gun?

Proper cleaning of a foam gun:

Remove foam from the adapter with foam cleaner
Screw the detergent can onto the gun adapter
Pull the trigger until only clear cleaner emerges from the gun
Leave the detergent can on the gun for 15-20 minutes (detergent removes all foam residues in the gun barrel)
After the exposure time, actuate the trigger again to let the residual cleaner foam mixture escape from the gun barrel
The detergent can can now be removed and cleaning is complete

Why can't the foam can be mounted on my foam gun?

Our adapters trigger all gun socket valves common on the market.

Possible causes:

There is a torn old can valve in the gun adapter when changing the can
The can valve holder is not free and glued with old foam
You do not have a gun foam can (mounting foam cans are not intended to be screwed onto an adapter)

Why does foam no longer come out of my foam gun?

Check as follows:

Has the foam gun been cleaned properly after use and has foam residue been removed?
Is the adapter ball freely movable in the socket adapter? (Check by pushing the ball down)
Can the trigger be easily operated or is the dispensing needle stuck? (Foam residues hold the dispensing needle inside, indicating improper cleaning)
Was the pistol stored with the cans screwed on? (the valve can stick while lying, so that no foam can flow out of the can even when screwing on a new can)

When do I use which push plate?

All our models that have an aluminum tube can be used with cartridges as well as with bags. The tool is supplied with a built-in triple-slit bag push plate. The cartridge pusher behind it serves for stabilization.

If you want to change from bag to cartridge, you loosen the plastic bag plate and move the metal cartridge plate flush to the front and screw it on from both sides using the two nuts.

When converting to bags, it is particularly important afterwards that the metal pusher plate is fixed behind the plastic bag plate as this is the only way to ensure the necessary stability.

Can I spray my push rod with service spray?

Yes, maintaining or lubricating the push rod does not affect the tool’s feed function.