Ravenwood Packaging is introducing its innovative labeller as a standalone unit equipped with an integrated conveyor system.
This advanced applicator is specifically designed for high-speed modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) in the food and beverage sectors, notably in meat, fish, and fresh produce industries. It is capable of printing and applying both top and base labels, or alternatively, applying labels solely to the base.
The 1500 top and base labelling machine operates without air pressure, significantly reducing energy costs and minimizing wear and tear on components, thus lowering overall expenses.
Thoroughly tested, this labeller can efficiently manage linerless materials that are, on average, 25% more cost-effective compared to traditional self-adhesive labels.
Dave Mathison, Ravenwood’s sales manager for Scotland and Ireland, emphasized the 1500’s capabilities, stating, “because it operates without the need for compressed air and can handle lower gsm materials.”
Mathison further remarked, “We are continuously developing new materials, with a focus on further reducing costs, including those with improved water resistance.”
For standard MAP packs, the 1500 achieves impressive labelling speeds, reaching up to 140 packs per minute. This efficiency is crucial for MAP, particularly in ensuring a consistent supply chain within the meat and fish processing sectors.
Delays in labelling processes can disrupt entire operations across multiple food processing machines, thereby causing inefficiencies.
According to Mathison, the new labeller not only offers considerable CO2 savings but is also compatible with a weigh price labeller. This integration optimizes production throughput, enhances efficiency, and provides flexibility for catchweight, fixed weight, or average weight labelling, ensuring that products are retail-ready.
The 1500, along with Ravenwood’s complete line of Nobac machinery, delivers faster labelling speeds and significant cost savings while also contributing to substantial CO2 reductions.
Linerless labels adhere themselves on the reel with corresponding adhesive and silicone strips, thereby eliminating the need for backing paper. This reduction in material consumption is crucial for sustainability.
Typically, backing paper generated from self-adhesive label application ends up in landfills. However, linerless labels are classified as recyclable, addressing this issue by completely eliminating the need for label liners. Collectively, these advancements promote environmental sustainability and contribute to notable CO2 savings, according to the company.
