How do label applicators work?
The label applicator takes a roll of labels, dispenses them, and applies them to the product surface. Generally, there are three categories of applicators: manual, semi-automatic, and automatic.
Why are my labels not sticking?
There are a variety of reasons that can explain why your labels aren’t sticking, such as wrong label adhesive, temperature, and application environment.
What is automatic labeling machine?
These machines are designed for side labeling (one or two sides, as well as around-the-corner), wrap-around labeling (including positioned in relation to a specific feature), as well as top and bottom labeling and tamper-evident labeling of products.
What is automatic Labelling machine?
One of the most popular types of labeling machinery is the automatic labeling machine, which is able to do its job without needing an operator. This machine is simply made up of a labeling applicator, a conveyor to transport the products and a control system.
How are labels applied to bottles?
Hold the label firmly on both ends and align it with the area of the bottle you want it placing. When you’re sure of the placing, press the middle of the label down. Then press it from the centre outwards to the left, then the centre outwards to the right. Smooth it down and the label should be successfully in place.
How do I make my labels stick better?
Smooth metals, glass and high surface energy plastics provide an excellent surface for labels to stay put. Textured surfaces, on the other hand, reduce the amount of surface area available for the label to adhere to, while porous surfaces absorb more of the adhesive.
Does heating up a sticker make it stick better?
Basically, tape or other forms of adhesion, will stick much, much better. Higher temperatures will make adhesive too soft and almost useless. On the other hand, lower temperatures will maintain the adhesive too hard to connect to another surface, so tape won’t stick!
What is an ap360 label applicator?
Primera’a AP360 Label Applicator applies labels fast and accurately to bottles and other cylindrical containers. AP360 is a semi-automatic labeling solution for cylindrical containers and many tapered containers, including bottles, cans, jars and tubes.
Why choose Primera’s AP-series label applicators?
with Primera’s AP-Series Label Applicators. The LX900e printer undoubtedly helped us to move quickly and cost-effectively to producing labels that attracted new business which has helped us grow sales both in the UK and abroad. When we first started we used to print labels on A44 sheets which were then hand-applied to each product.
What is the best label applicator for containers?
Watch AP360 easily apply labels to various containers from small lip balm containers to spray bottles, cosmetic jars, bottles, cans up to paint cans. We have a printer, label winder and applicator and they are all excellent. The documentation was great.