Labelling Solutions
Maximising production line efficiency with cost effective and durable label applicators
Tony Mariani, managing director at AM Labels, explains how label applicators can support businesses in boosting production efficiency with increased speed, productivity and accuracy
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abelling is an important stage of many production processes, helping companies to identify, promote, track and organise products, in addition to enabling them to comply with legal regulations and consumer requirements. However, for many businesses, labelling can be a time-consuming and costly procedure, both in terms of equipment and labour. Furthermore, when businesses opt for manual label application, achieving good positional accuracy is more difficult and the process can often be prone to human error. Label applicators can accurately and precisely apply labels onto a wide range of packaging types, including
of labels onto the packaging. Furthermore, most models are also easy to operate and require minimal maintenance.
Label applicators can be used for a wide range of applications and are traditionally utilised in warehousing environments, accompanied by a conveyor. As the packaging moves along the conveyor belt, the applicator will remove each label from the backing paper and transfer it onto the packaging with precision, ensuring it is applied to the exact location that the user has specified, thanks to sensors that detect the position of the packaging.
There are a variety of label applicators available on the market suitable for small, medium and large businesses, including entry-level models for low volume requirements and high performance applicators that are ideal for high volume warehousing and production environments.
boxes, cartons, trays and bottles,
ensuring the process is simple and hassle-free. Label applicators are also highly flexible and can accommodate various label shapes, sizes and materials, helping businesses to adapt to changing market requirements and consumer demand. Offering a multitude of benefits to businesses operating across a variety of industries, label applicators can boost operational efficiency and significantly reduce set-up times too. Several models available on the market are cost effective, durable and robust, in addition to speeding up processes, particularly when compared to manual label application.
As a result, the packaging production process is more efficient and companies can reduce their labour costs, while also maximising accuracy and guaranteeing precise and consistent placement
The AM Labels portfolio boasts a selection of semi-automatic and fully-automatic models, in addition to print and apply systems.
THE LABELPACK X-STICKER LABEL APPLICATOR
The entry-level, wipe-on LabelPack X-Sticker label applicator is ideal for small to medium sized companies that are looking to speed up processes and increase efficiency in their operations, while maintaining high levels of accuracy. Designed for labels with a maximum width of 140 mm and lengths of up to 350 mm, the X-Sticker can accommodate conveyor speeds of up to 20 metres per minute. Furthermore, the applicator facilitates both top and side labelling without any
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