Jetstick New Zealand introduces new packhouse box labelling method

Air-Shot labelling technology has been pioneered by Jetstick Ltd in New Zealand since 2001 and is currently used in fruit label application.  It is particularly suitable for pack-house box and carton labelling. Therefore the New Zealand labelling company Jetstick Ltd. has taken the technology and developed 2 applicators for labelling boxes and cartons.

Jetstick has introduced 2 new applicators designed for high-speed and accurate box labelling. Both applicators have been developed to operate with standard thermal printers to provide a simple and effective print & apply solution utilising either pre-printed labels which can have additional information added such as ’packed-on’ or ‘use by’ dates or direct thermal transfer print to allow a wider range of label information.

Jetstick’s applicators are priced to be affordable and easily incorporated into pack-house systems.  Installations have commenced at 2 New Zealand kiwifruit pack-houses where automated box labelling processes are being introduced. 



Applicator description:
1. The Jetstick Industrial Labeller (JIA)
This model is a flexible applicator and is capable of applying labels to either the side, end or top of boxes and cartons.  The JIA accurately propels labels up to 100mm and operates at 1 label per 2 seconds.  Labels from 50mm square to 150mm square can be applied.

2.The Rapid Dispenser Labeller (RDL)
This model is suitable for labelling the top of clam-shell punnets or packages that are rapidly transported on conveyer belts.  4 labels per second can be applied.  The RDL is intended for box-top labelling but can easily be side or angle-mounted to apply labels to the side or end of boxes.

Applicator Technical information.

Operating Method:
Step I.   The label is dispensed by a thermal printer onto the face of the air amplifier (applicator) and is held there by suction.

Step II.  The air-amplifier and label then shifts to the labelling position.

Step III. The suction is then released and a shot of air propels the label onto the target box / package.

Material:
The applicator is of aluminium construction and is RoHS compliant.

Benefits:
1.    Non-contact with product - no possible product damage.
2.    High speed.
3.     Accurate label placement.
4.     Applies labels to irregular or uneven surfaces.

 
 
Jetstick has established a distribution network in most markets and can provide technical support to any packhouse considering automated labelling. The 2 applicators can be viewed on You-Tube videos by using the reference word Jetstick. Prospective users would find it helpful to view the videos to better understand the above technical points. 

More information:
Rick Hannay
+64 7 573 8402
+64 21 276 2220
www.jetstick.co.nz

Publication date: 11/10/2008

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