Do you need a machine to label bottles and product packaging? But don't know how to choose a labeling machine that suits your needs? No need to worry, in this article, we will guide you how to choose a quality stamping machine that suits your needs.

When choosing to buy a machine, you need to clearly determine your needs to choose the right machine for the products that need to be labeled. To determine your usage needs, you can pay attention to the following criteria:

1.1 What is your average number of products that need to be labeled per day?

The number of products to be labeled is the first important factor to determine the appropriate type of labeling machine. If the number of products that need to be labeled is small or moderate, you can choose a semi-automatic, handheld or manual labeling machine. On the contrary, if the number of labels is large, you should choose an automatic stamping machine. Choosing suitable labeling equipment for the number of products to be labeled helps businesses save significantly on investment costs. As well as saving time, avoiding unnecessary waste when not using the machine's full capacity.

Note: It is necessary to consider the current production needs of the business combined with the growth forecast in 1 year. in the next few years to choose a labeling machine with appropriate capacity.

1.2 Labeling structure and specifications product

The size and shape of the product also influence the selection of suitable equipment. If the product has large sizes, different shapes or curves, you should choose a labeling machine with flexible labeling capabilities that can be pasted on different surfaces. In addition, you also need to consider other factors such as: What type of product needs to be pasted? Is it a bottle, jar, bag, box, garment tag or carton? How to label? Where should the label be placed on the product? Around the body, top, side or bottom of the product? Is the labeled surface flat, flat, curved or round? Sticking on one side, two sides, three sides of the product? What is the material of the product? They are plastic bottles, glass, plastic bags, paper bags, silver bags, aluminum bags...

Most stamping machines are designed to label bottles and packages of many different sizes. However, it is only suitable for certain types of bottles and packaging. For example, some stickers round bottle labels are designed to be suitable for labeling round bottles, while others are designed to be suitable for label square bottles, flat bottles, bags, boxes, flat surfaces, seals, ...

1.3 Type of label to be applied

The type of label to be pasted is also an important factor when choosing to buy a labeling machine. Currently, there are 3 main types of labels on the market: decal labels, glue labels, and shrink film labels. The most popular is still the decal label.

Depending on the type of label to be pasted, different suitable labeling machines will be needed:

• Decal labeling machine used to apply decal labels.
• The glue labeling machine is used to label glue.
• Shrink film label launcher is used to apply shrink film labels.

1.4 Size of label to be applied

When purchasing a labeling machine, there are some important parameters of label size that you need to keep in mind to ensure that these parameters match the allowable specifications of the machine. These parameters include: Label length, label width, inside diameter and side of the label roll.

Choosing a stamping machine with technical specifications suitable for the product is very important to help optimize the production process and ensure product quality. At the same time, it helps improve productivity, reduce production costs and meet production needs properly.

Here are the technical specifications of the labeling machine to note:

• Label type
• Applicable label size: length and width of label
• Applicable product dimensions
• Labeling speed
• Error (Accuracy)
• Label roll inner diameter
• Label outer diameter
• Machine size
• Machine weight

The cost of investing in a suitable labeling equipment of high quality, durability, and operation almost every day for many years is not small, so choosing a reputable supplier is very important. A reputable supplier will provide you with quality, genuine, highly durable products and ensure after-sales warranty. At the same time, you should also choose a supplier with a team of highly technical expertise. Ready to guide, support repairs, and overcome errors that arise during machine operation.

Labeling machine is a type of equipment used to separate and paste each partially or completely pre-printed label with information on bottles, jars, boxes, bags, tags... or product packaging. The machine is widely used in industries such as beverages, food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, pesticides, veterinary drugs, chemicals, electronic products and consumer goods.

Using labeling machines brings many benefits to businesses, specifically they help increase productivity, ensure product quality, and help save time and production costs.

Using machines helps increase production productivity and reduce human working time. Instead of having to apply labels using traditional labeling methods, a stamping machine can apply thousands of labels in just a few seconds while still ensuring accuracy and uniformity. This helps reduce manpower and increase production productivity. At the same time, uniform labeling helps create a professional brand image and ensure product quality.

The machine is simple to operate, does not require too much training, so staff training costs will be minimized. In addition, the machine only requires 1 to 2 people to operate (depending on the level of automation of the machine), helping to minimize labor costs.

The labeling machine is a complex device, divided into many different functional parts to complete the labeling process effectively. The main parts of this machine include:

• Label head: The heart of the machine is responsible for labeling the product. The accuracy, speed and reliability of the labeling head are important to the overall performance of the machine.
• Conveyor system: The backbone of the machine, transporting products through the labeling process. It consists of a conveyor belt, motor and sensor.
• Console: The brain of the machine, allowing the operator to set and adjust the machine's settings and functions. It includes a touch screen, buttons and software. The user-friendliness and functionality of the control panel can make or break a machine's usability.
• Frame and structure of labeling machine: Provides support and stability to its components, while ensuring machine durability and safety.
• Feed : The power source that controls the functions and movements of the labeling machine.
• Label sensor: The eyes of the labeling machine, detect and verify the presence and location of the label on the product. They include optical sensors, ultrasonic sensors or capacitive sensors.

The operation principle of a label sticking machine goes through 3 steps, starting from when the product is fed into the machine until the labeled product is ejected from the machine. Specifically, the steps are as follows:

Step 1: Feeding the product into the machine

Firstly, the user needs to place the product to be labeled on the conveyor belt or the supporting frame assembly of the label sticking machine.

Step 2: Labeling the product

Next, as the product moves through the labeling head, the device will automatically apply the label to the product according to the pre-set parameters on the control panel.

Step 3: Moving the product out of the machine. Checking and packaging the product

After the labeling process is completed, the product will continue to move on the conveyor belt to exit the label sticking device. Finally, the product will be transferred to the inspection table. Here, the product will be checked for quality and label accuracy. Upon completion, the product will be packaged and prepared for the transportation process.

Currently, there are various types of labeling machines available on the market, ranging in features and capacities. Some common types include:

Labeling machines are categorized into 4 main types based on the labeling format, which are: flat surface labeling machines, side surface labeling machines, corner labeling machines, and wrap-around labeling machines.

• Flat Surface Labeling Machines: Used to label flat surfaces of products such as bottles, boxes, caps, bags, clothing tags, paper boxes, etc.
• Side Surface Labeling Machines: Utilized for labeling the side surfaces of products like boxes, bottles, or bags. Depending on the product, the machine can be designed to label one side or both sides of the product, which can be flat or curved.
• Corner Labeling Machines: Used for applying security seals to the corners of products, especially on boxes or bottles. This ensures product integrity and contributes to anti-counterfeiting efforts.
• Wrap-around Labeling Machines: Employed to label the entire surface of products, commonly used for labeling round bottles. The machine can apply labels on one or both sides of the product as per business requirements. It is commonly used in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and household product industries.

Manual Labeling Machines

Manual labeling machines are hand-operated devices used to apply labels on bottles, jars, or packaging. These machines are cost-effective, easy to use, and suitable for small-scale manufacturing facilities. They are typically used for small and simple tasks.

Handheld Labeling Machines

Handheld labeling machines are simple, manually operated label applicators. These devices are easy to use, cost-effective, but have low output. They are suitable for households and small manufacturing facilities. They are often used for labeling bottles, jars, or for manually labeling special products quickly and easily compared to manual labeling machines. These machines are usually used for large and complex tasks.

Semi-Automatic Labeling Machines

Semi-automatic labeling machines are more automated compared to the above two types. They usually have label application activated by a switch arranged on the hand or foot. Semi-automatic labeling machines are typically compact and desktop-sized. They can label bottles, packaging of various sizes and shapes. These machines have moderate output and are suitable for medium and small-scale manufacturing facilities.

Automatic Labeling Machines

Automatic labeling machines are the most advanced label applicators designed to operate completely automatically. These machines are suitable for businesses with large-scale labeling needs. Almost all automatic labeling machines can be easily integrated into production lines. They are highly flexible, with fast and accurate labeling speeds. They can apply labels on various materials such as bottles, boxes, bags, packaging on one or two sides of the product.

Labeling machines are classified into 3 main types based on label type, including: decal labeling machines, glue labeling machines, and shrink sleeve labeling machines.

• Decal Labeling Machines: Utilize self-adhesive labels that do not require glue when applied, and can be directly adhered to the product. Most decal labeling machines use label rolls for labeling.
• Glue Labeling Machines: Use liquid glue to apply labels, often used with paper, PVC, PET labels, etc. These machines are widely used for labeling various products such as bottles, packaging boxes, canned beverages, packaged foods, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, etc. Both glass and plastic bottles are suitable.
• Shrink Sleeve Labeling Machines: Designed to apply labels made of shrink film onto product surfaces. Products are usually packaged in shrink film, such as canned beverages, bottled water, or food products.

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are common questions you may encounter when facing the selection and use of label dispensing machines for your business. Feel free to click on each question to learn more details.

We hope this article has helped you better understand the common types of label dispensing machines available on the market and how to choose the right machine for your business's manufacturing needs. If you need more information or advice on label dispensing machines, please contact us via hotline 090 383 5500 for the best support.