SATO - Print And Apply Labelling Machine

Applications & Use Cases

• Applying labels to primary product packaging in food production lines.
• Labelling outer cases or trays for inventory management and logistics.
• Adding nutritional information, barcodes, or batch codes to food products.
• Integrating into automated production lines for high-speed labelling.
• Applying promotional or multi-language labels to various product shapes.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

Typically ranges from 30 to 100 labels per minute, depending on label size and application complexity.

Label dimensions

Commonly handles label widths from 25mm to 120mm and lengths from 25mm to 200mm.

Print resolution

Units of this type typically offer print resolutions of 200 dpi or 300 dpi for clear text and barcodes.

Power supply

Typically requires a standard single-phase 230V AC supply, with some models needing compressed air.

Application method

Commonly uses tamp, blow, or wipe-on applicators, suitable for various product surfaces and orientations.

Connectivity

Often features Ethernet, USB, or serial ports for integration with production systems and data management.

Footprint

For this class of equipment, the footprint typically requires approximately 0.5 to 1 square metre of floor space, plus clearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What kind of products can this machine label?

  Print and apply labelling machines are versatile and can label a wide range of products, including boxes, trays, bottles, and pouches, provided they have a suitable flat or slightly curved surface for label application.

• What types of labels can it print?

• Is it easy to integrate into an existing production line?

• What maintenance is typically required?

• Can it handle different label sizes?

• What are the common causes of labelling errors?