SATO - Sato Print and Apply Labelling Machine

Applications & Use Cases

• Automated product identification and tracking in packaging lines.
• Applying regulatory and nutritional information to food and beverage items.
• Labelling pharmaceutical products with batch codes and expiry dates.
• Adding barcodes and pricing information to retail-ready goods.
• Serialisation and anti-counterfeiting measures for various products.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

Units of this type commonly achieve speeds of 30-100 labels per minute, depending on label size and application complexity.

Label size range

Print and apply machines typically accommodate label widths from 25mm to 150mm and lengths from 20mm to 200mm.

Print resolution

For this class of equipment, print resolutions of 203 dpi or 300 dpi are commonly found, suitable for text, barcodes, and graphics.

Power supply

Typically requires a standard single-phase industrial power supply, commonly 230V AC, 50Hz.

Air supply

Pneumatic applicators on these units generally require a clean, dry compressed air supply, typically 4-6 bar.

Integration capabilities

Most units offer common industrial interfaces such as Ethernet, USB, and serial ports for integration with existing production lines.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of labels can this machine apply?

  Sato print and apply machines are designed to handle various self-adhesive label materials, including paper, synthetic, and thermal transfer labels, often in roll format.

• Can this machine print variable data?

• What kind of products can it label?

• What maintenance is typically required?

• Is training required to operate a Sato SX?