KIWL Labelling Machine
A labelling machine that holds label position within ±1 mm across a production run, because misaligned labels are the most visible defect a brewery ships.
Key Specifications
| Rated output | 6,000 / 12,000 / 24,000 / 36,000 containers per hour |
|---|---|
| Label types | Wrap-around, cold glue, self-adhesive, sleeve |
| Position accuracy | ± 1 mm |
| Container range | Glass bottles 250-750 ml, cans 202-300 diameter |
| Changeover | Under 30 minutes, recipe stored per SKU |
| Inspection | Optional camera for position and presence |
| Glue system | Cold glue with roller or spray |
Label position is a tolerance, not an art
Retail audits measure label position against the container seam. A machine that holds ±1 mm passes consistently; one that drifts fails intermittently, which is worse because it is unpredictable. Servo-driven label transfer is what holds the tolerance across a run.
Wrap-around versus cold glue versus self-adhesive
Wrap-around gives the best coverage and cost per label at high volume. Cold glue suits paper labels on returnable bottles where the label must wash off. Self-adhesive needs no glue but costs more per label and is harder to remove for returnables.
Changeover time decides mixed-SKU economics
Storing a recipe per SKU and using quick-release plate holders brings changeover under 30 minutes. On a line running five SKUs a week that is several hours of capacity recovered.
Typical Applications
- Breweries with retail label requirements — Retailers specify label position and content; ±1 mm accuracy keeps pallets from being rejected.
- Breweries on returnable bottles — Cold glue labels wash off cleanly in the bottle washer, which is essential for a returnable loop.
- Breweries running seasonal SKUs — Stored recipes and fast changeover make short seasonal runs economic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can it apply neck and back labels?
Yes, with additional stations. A three-station configuration handles body, neck and back.
Does it work with cans?
Yes with can tooling. Sleeve application is a separate module.
How is label position verified?
An optional camera checks position and presence on every container and rejects out-of-tolerance units.
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