Sack and bulk labelling

Sacks and bulk products entering the distribution / logistics supply chain require identification in the form of a barcode label. Barcodes are printed symbols containing data that can be read using a barcode scanner to facilitate the handling and tracking of an item.

The barcode symbology used can be Code 39, GS1 128, and Code 128 ideally printed onto a 140mm x 70mm sized label that is applied to the side wall or top surface when filled. The label media is a unique material that can withstand the transport process and changing weather conditions.

One label per unit is acceptable if printed on demand, applied in “real-time” (the label printed is the same label as being applied) and the barcode is displayed in ‘picket fence’ (vertical) orientation.

Depending on throughput speeds, Logopak offers three types of Sack/Bulk labeller.

Body 1 Series Sack Labeller

Body 2 Series Sack Labeller

Body 1 Series Sack Labeller

Low cost, high quality sack & bulk labeller.

For medium speed label application to sacks or bulk products up to 40 products per minute, the Logopak Body 1 print and apply labeller is the ideal machine. Labels can be applied to top or side of static or moving products.

The label is applied usually with a T (telescope) applicator. Typically after a form, fill and seal type machine. These areas are generally harsh with possible cold temperatures and dust . Therefore, a pressurised steel enclosure is essential.

The Body 1 provides the end user with industrially built, high quality, German engineered precision labelling equipment at a competitive price.

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Features

  • 600m media rolls. Label and foil are matched, therefore exhausted at the same time to prevent unnecessary line stoppages.
  • Label sizes from 15x15mm to 100x150mm
  • Integrated print-head and engine and Dot-shift and SFB technologies extend the life of the print plate.
  • High quality manufacture.  All Logopak labelling systems are manufactured with an average life span of between 15-20 years leading to low cost of ownership and excellent R.O.I
  • Touchscreen operator interfaces.  Stand alone operation, or networked to provide the end user with complete connectivity to a multi line control solution.
  • Innovative body splitting functionality allowing access to internal drives & belts by releasing one captive bolt, makes maintenance absolute simplicity.
  • Wide range of applicator types          
  • Clearest graphic capability – 107mm wide print head with 12 dots per mm capacity
  • Optional scanner for barcode validation

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Body 2 Series Sack Labeller

High speed, high quality sack & bulk labeller.

For high speed label application to sacks or bulk products up to 40 products per minute, the Logopak Body 2 print and apply labeller is the ideal machine. Labels can be applied to top or side of static or moving products.

The label is applied usually with a T (telescope) applicator. Typically after a form, fill and seal type machine. These areas are generally harsh with possible cold temperatures and dust . Therefore, a pressurised steel enclosure is recommended.

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The Body 2 provides the end user with industrially built, high quality, German engineered precision labelling equipment at a competitive price.  All equipment is fully manufactured in house and does not rely on any third party integration of hardware or software.

The Body 2 is now powered by digi-drive technology, where mechanical clutches and belts have been replaced with electronic controls. Fewer wear-and-tear parts means simpler servicing. The handling of labels and ribbons has also been simplified, and shaft encoders allow the operator to plan label roll changes precisely.

Features

  • 800m media rolls. Label and foil are matched, therefore exhausted at the same time to prevent unnecessary line stoppages.
  • Label sizes from 15x15mm to 150x150mm
  • Integrated print-head and engine and Dot-shift and SFB technologies extend the life of the print plate.
  • High quality manufacture.  All Logopak labelling systems are manufactured with an average life span of between 15-20 years leading to low cost of ownership and excellent R.O.I
  • Touchscreen operator interfaces.  Stand alone operation, or networked to provide the end user with complete connectivity to a multi line control solution.
  • Innovative media cassette splitting functionality the number of threading rollers to be dramatically reduced if a foil media is not required.
  • Wide range of applicator types
  • Clearest graphic capability – 150mm wide print head for BBE / Batch coding using GS128 barcodes
  • Optional scanner for barcode validation

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Machine Features

Manufactured in-house

Low cost of ownership

Versatile range of applicators

Real time labelling

Efficient consumable changes

Full supply chain compliance

Outstanding support service

Optimised for maximum productivity

What makes a good Sack/Bulk labeller?

To apply the perfect barcode label, consideration for following items is critical;

  • Application. Non contact blow on applicators offer the advantage of few moving parts and no parts in contact with the moving product. Specially designed soft applicator pads to prevent damage to the labeller and sacks are required.
  • Real time labelling. One-to-one labelling means there are no pre-printed labels on the label web or loop waiting to be applied. This means real time print data such as sequential number or real time clock data is absolutely accurate. No loop minimises label waste at product change over.
  • Consumable stocks. Modern fillers can run up to 1000 products per hour and therefore a high speed applicator is required. In this high volume production, the downtime costs are high and therefore label roll capacity should be considered along with easy consumable changes from simple mechanical designs with as few threading rollers as possible.
  • Application speed. This can be as low as 10 per minute or as high as 50 per minute dependant on the size/type of product. Any equipment supplied must be capable of achieving the desired speed with contingency should line speeds increase at a later date.
  • Reliability. The labelling solution is a critical part of the line process and must provide high degrees of efficiency, reliability, performance and accuracy.
  • User Interface & Operation. A simplified User Interface ensures busy operatives can effectively set-up and replenish the labeller. Using standard label designs with pre-configured variable data, which can be recalled, collected, and uploaded locally or across the network. Large HMI touch-screens with intelligent fault finding diagnostics allow any faults to be easily recognised and resolved quickly.
  • Barcode Validation / Verification. Barcode quality is key, on line validation in essence records every barcode printed and applied and is the control between the labeller and line PLC to trigger a stop should the barcode fail to be read or fall below the standard for scanning.
  • Enclosures. Sack / Bulk labelling is installed at the end of most production lines in demanding environments. Dust, dirt, water, airborne product are all possible elements that can cause machine failure if allowed to access the print head. In addition extreme temperatures and high FLT activity can all impact on the reliability of the labeller. To overcome this, a complete pressurised and heated enclosure is essential.