The prototype Logopak 515ETG
labeller has been developed for a
major UK dairy, which is seeking to
reduce energy costs at one of its sites
by eliminating use of compressed air.

The machine uses stepper motor
drives and timing belts in place of
pneumatic cylinders, and a specially
designed vacuum box in place of the
compressed air operated unit.

Based on a standard Logopak 515
labeller, which has a 600mm
horizontal and 450mm vertical
movement, the electrically-driven
machine is to be installed later this
year and will be used to apply labels
to the top surface of various packs.

The print & apply labeller will be
on display at Interpack (12 to 18
May, Dusseldorf), together with
other developments from Logopak,
such as tag-on-demand RFID labelling
and laser printing for labels up to A3
size.