Hi-Tech system for in-phase label application

Among the innumerable labelling solutions that Altech can offer, in-phase labelling is certainly one of the most sophisticated. This kind of labelling is suitable where it is necessary to apply one or more labels in precise points on the product (mainly with a cylindrical shape). 

In-phase application is useful to label products like bottles, jars, and buckets with irregular and high spots, typically handles, holes, and edges. This particular application is also used to add additional information - such as on labels that have already been applied.
A typical example of in-phase labelling of products where additional information can be provided by adding a label in a particular point is the beverage sector.

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An application example for the beer industry
To meet this particular need, Altech has developed a specially designed labelling system. For instance, an in-phase automatic labelling system is used to apply labels on beer bottles that require further information. The system is positioned directly on a packaging line. The labelling system spaces and orients the bottles, as well as applies the labels in phase between two existing labels, so as not to cover them. All at speeds of over 50 bottles per minute.

The labeller is an ALline C linear system, equipped with a dual-belt spacer and a three-roller timing system. The sensor which identifies the correct application position is a high-speed scanner, which reads the existing barcode on the bottle and sends a signal to the ALritma label applicator head.

The solid mechanism and optimized logic of the three-roller device allow to reach very high performances, maintaining and excellent positioning precision and operational reliability.