GP Reeves Catalog by GP Reeves

ABOUT US

GP Reeves is a leading manufacturer of dispensing equipment. We engineer and build all aspects of a dispensing system from pump to nozzle; plus we have standard and custom options available for materials such as grease, oil, adhesives, sealants, 2k and more.

Our History

GP Reeves was founded in 1971 by Gordon Reeves in Grand Rapids, Michigan. At our founding, our focus was primarily on lubricators for assembly conveyor chains. While this is still a popular product of ours, our constant innovation over the past 50+ years has led

to the expansion of our product offering. In the mid 1980’s, our product line expanded to include various non-conveyor chain lubrication devices, and today we offer a large selection of material pumps, dispensers, accessories, and more.

Since we were founded, our products have helped thousands of companies improve their products and assembly processes through accurately measuring and dependably dispensing precise amounts of oil, grease, and other

assembly fluids, such as adhesives and sealants. We understand the frustration of trying to put together pieces that weren’t made to go together, which is why we offer every product you may need in your dispensing system, simplifying your process of putting a dispensing system together.

In addition to our standard product line, we can modify any product to meet your specific need, or design

a fully custom product if needed. With multiple patents and over 200 years of combined experience under our belt, you can rest easy knowing your dispensing process is in good hands.

Our Customers

We have happy customers in almost every manufacturing industry across the globe including aerospace, agriculture, automotive, consumer products, energy & natural resources, heavy equipment, medical, recreational vehicles, and more. A map of our current customer base plus some of the companies using our products is shown.

Global Distribution Network

Our global distribution network spans 4 continents and 17 countries currently and the network is continually expanding.

For more information about finding a distributor in your area, or if you’re interested in being a distributor of GP Reeves products, reach out at (616) 399-8893.

APPLICATIONS

We have spent over half a century perfecting material dispensing. Our experience ranges over a variety of materials, industries and environments. Not only do we produce dependable and reliable dispensing systems, but we also engineer and build custom equipment to meet your specific needs, no matter the industry. Prior to using our equipment, customers are often applying materials by hand which yields not only time loss but wasted material. Fully automated dispensing systems like the one below provide the highest level of precision expertly designed for your specific part.

Dishwasher Motor: The customer approached us to lubricate a dishwasher motor pump mounting plate to aid in assembly. We created a custom system that rotated the part allowing us to spray material around the entire outer diameter.

Before

– Messy – Wasted Grease – Inconsistent Application

Our Application – Precise – Accurate Volume – Uniform Dots – Repeatable

The above photo shows the comparison of a customer part before and after working with GP Reeves. On the left is a messy, brushed on application of grease to an HVAC part, and on the right is what our custom nesting was able to accomplish. Not only does the application look cleaner, but you can be assured that the precise amount of material is in the correct spot every time.

A1C Monitor: This application ensured battery tabs on both sides of the medical device were properly greased to prevent corrosion long term. Custom nesting was utilized to ensure a precise grease application.

Standing Desk Leg: This automated system served two purposes, lubricating the inner diameter of the leg while tapping holes in the sides. The system included vacuum tubes to prevent mess while reducing the amount of equipment in their process.

Our portfolio of work is constantly evolving, we would love to chat with you about your application!

MATERIALS DISPENSED

Automotive

Interior Trim: This turnkey system provided our customer with uniform material coverage on specific areas of their interior trim. Utilizing a robot cell paired with rotating drawers and our spray nozzles, we exceeded the customers expectations.

Wheel Bore:

The automated system secured the customers tire and used a rotating spray nozzle to grease the inner diameter of the wheel bore, assisting in attachment to vehicle rims.

Pharmaceutical Syringes:

Using our highly precise servo dispensers, we distributed oil to the inside of syringes, allowing for ease and eﬃciency of the product during medical procedures. This specialized system utilized our radial cone spray nozzles allowing the same system to be used for multiple sizes of syringes.

Industries Served

GP Reeves is a leading global provider of engineered dispense systems and manufacturing solutions. We have been applying our experience to a variety of industries and environments for over half a century. Not only do we produce dependable and reliable dispensing systems, but we can also engineer and build custom equipment to meet any needs. GP Reeves offers a complete line of grease, oil, ambient, and heated material dispensing equipment and automation that can be utilized in a diverse range of applications and industries.

PRODUCT OFFERING

Our wide variety of standard products range in capability from pumping material to accurately and precisely dispensing it onto a part. The vast selection of products we have are compatible with grease, oil, adhesives, sealants, two-part materials, and more. On top of the many standard products we offer, we also specialize in custom part nesting, nozzles, or entire custom systems with or without automation.

A complete system, standard or custom, includes parts from every category listed. For more information on our products, check out our product catalog or gpreeves.com/products.

Source

Includes material pumps, reservoirs, and other starting point equipment.

– Determining source product is based on material and the container it comes in.

– Options that pump material from the original container as well as reservoirs are available.

Preparation

Includes material ﬁlters, pressure regulators, and patented air removal technology.

– Preparing material to be dispensed is essential to protect your system and your final part.

Standard System

Dispensers

Variety of ultra-precise dispensers available in varying dispense patterns (bead, dot, spray, etc.)

– Positive displacement dispensing ensures repeatable accurate dispensing no matter the viscosity, temperature, or other external variants.

– Single-shot dispensers have a volume range of 0.001 to 1086 cc, with every size option in between.

– Continuous flow dispensers are available for most materials in varying speeds and options.

– Features including speed, monitoring, and air removal technology are available.

Conﬁrmation

Devices

Includes devices that conﬁrm volume, ﬂow, or pressure for all materials.

– Devices are used as a final check for material movement and are essential for critical applications. – Analog, digital, mechanical, and ultrasonic sensors are available with optional digital readout.

End Points

Includes a variety of nozzles and valves to meet speciﬁc application needs.

– Devices can dispense a beads, dots, sprays, or something completely custom.

Preparation: Filter (left) and Pressure Regulator (below)

Source: GDP

Dispenser: AA8

WHY CHOOSE GP REEVES PRODUCTS?

Most of our competitors pick a niche in the market and stick to it, maybe it’s just grease dispensers, or maybe they focus solely on custom nesting. We’ve never understood why someone would want to work with so many different companies to put together one dispensing system which is why we have spent countless hours building up our product portfolio to include products for every part of the system.

Our customers choose to work with us because they know they can trust us with their entire dispensing system, from pump to nozzle. On top of our vast standard product portfolio, we also offer custom nozzles, nesting, automation, and more. Our number one priority is ensuring that material is dispensed exactly how you want it, every single time.