Choose the labeling machine according to labels
Different labels require specific applicators due to their material, adhesive, or purpose. Here’s a table for reference.
| Label Type | Bottle Characteristics | Recommended Labeling Machine Type | Key Considerations |
| Pressure-Sensitive (Self-Adhesive) | Round/cylindrical bottles Flat/squared bottles Irregular shapes (e.g., curves, angles) | Automatic Wrap-Around Labeler Flat Surface Labeler | Adjustable applicator heads for curvature Precision alignment for flat surfaces. |
| Shrink Sleeves | Any shape (plastic/glass) High-speed production lines | Shrink Sleeve Applicator | Requires heat tunnel for shrinking Compatible with sleeve material (PVC, PET). |
| Glue-Based (Wet Glue) | Glass bottles Rigid containers (e.g., jars) | Wet Glue Labeler | Glue viscosity control Drying time management. |
| PVC/PET Label(Hot Glue) | Round/cylindrical bottles Flat/squared bottles | OPP Hot glue labeling machine | High capacity |
| Blank Self adhesive label | bottle ,box,carton | Instant printing and labeling machine | tracing needs |
CHOOSE LABELING MACHINE ACCORDING TO BOTTLE
Bottle Characteristics ,The shape, material, and size of the container dictate the machine’s design and functionality,
Orientation: Horizontal vs. vertical labeling systems depend on how bottles move through the production line.
Stability: Lightweight bottles may need stabilization plates to prevent tipping during labeling.
| Bottle Trait | Recommended Labeling Machine Type | Examples |
| Shape: Cylindrical Flat-sided Irregular (e.g., oval, angled) | Cylindrical: Wrap-around or rotary labelers. Flat: Flat surface applicators. Irregular: Robotic arm systems or custom CNC-guided machines. | Soda cans (cylindrical), perfume boxes (flat), hexagonal whiskey bottles. |
| Material: Glass Plastic Metal | Glass: Gentle grippers to avoid breakage. Plastic: Non-marking belts/vacuum systems. Metal: Magnetic applicators or specialized adhesives. | Beer bottles (glass), detergent jugs (plastic), aerosol cans (metal). |
| Size: Small (<50ml) Large (>1L) | Small: High-speed micro-labelers with tiny applicators. Large: Heavy-duty machines with reinforced rollers. | Sample vials (small), gallon jugs (large). |