Marel - 8160 Weigh Price Labeler

Applications & Use Cases

• Accurate weighing and pricing of pre-packaged food items in production lines.
• Applying regulatory and branding labels to consumer-ready food products.
• Batching and sorting products based on weight for further processing or packaging.
• Integrating into automated food processing and packaging lines for seamless operation.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

For this class of equipment, throughput can vary significantly, but units commonly process several dozen items per minute depending on product size and label complexity.

Power supply

Weigh price labelers are typically single-phase, commonly requiring 230V, 50Hz for operation in the UK.

Construction material

Units designed for food processing environments are predominantly constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and durability.

Weighing range

This type of equipment commonly handles a broad weighing range, typically from very light items (e.g., 50g) up to heavier packages (e.g., 20kg or more).

Footprint

The overall length of these machines can vary, but for this class, they commonly range from 1.5m to over 3m, with belt widths typically between 150mm and 300mm.

Labeling capability

Most units are capable of applying various label types, including top, bottom, or wrap-around labels, often with thermal print heads for variable data.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products can this machine label?

  This equipment is primarily designed for labelling pre-packaged food items such as meat, poultry, fish, dairy, and produce, typically in trays, bags, or cartons.

• Is this unit suitable for wet environments?

• What kind of maintenance is typically required?

• Can this machine be integrated into an existing production line?

• What are the common causes of labelling errors?