About Label Applicators
Label applicators are machines used to dispense, apply, or print and apply labels to packages. Machines range from simple manual dispensing to fully automated print and apply high production units. Dispenser only label applicators are the method of choice when precise label placement is unnecessary and volume is low.
A simple, low-cost electric label dispenser is all that's needed for this type of application. The dispenser supplies a label that has been partially peeled from the webbing. The operator takes the label and applies it to the product.
A sensor indicates that the label has been removed and advances the roll to partially dispense the next label. The webbing is wound onto a roll as the Label applicator sare dispensed. The speed of the operator and how the product is handled determine the rate of application.
With a semi-automatic applicator, the operator places the product into position and triggers the unit to apply the label. The product is removed and the cycle repeated. Triggering the Label applicators is usually done with a foot switch so the hands remain free to handle the product. A palm button, photo eye, or proximity switch are other triggering options.