Labeler Applicator
LABEL APPLICATOR
Automatic wrap-around label applicator | inline can and bottle labeler | pressure-sensitive label machine for beverage packaging
The CODI Labeler is a servo-driven, pressure-sensitive wrap-around label applicator that runs cans or bottles at 25 to 100 CPM, inline or as a standalone unit. Hand-applying labels doesn't scale, and cheap label applicators create more rework than they save. This is where the CODI Labeler excels. Its operation is simple: a feed screw precisely indexes each container so placement is consistent. The touchscreen HMI stores different job settings, and missing label detection catches problems early. Available in mobile or stationary configurations.
The CODI Labeler is a servo-driven, pressure-sensitive wrap-around label applicator that runs cans or bottles at 25 to 100 CPM, inline or as a standalone unit. Hand-applying labels doesn't scale, and cheap label applicators create more rework than they save. This is where the CODI Labeler excels. Its operation is simple: a feed screw precisely indexes each container so placement is consistent. The touchscreen HMI stores different job settings, and missing label detection catches problems early. Available in mobile or stationary configurations.
PRODUCT FEATURES
Feed Screw Indexing for Consistent Placement
Each container is precisely indexed into the label station by a feed screw before the label is applied. No guessing, no drift. Servo motor control maintains tight tolerances across the full speed range.
Job Memory
The HMI stores up to 30 job settings. Pull up a saved preset and you're running. No re-entering parameters from scratch every time you switch SKUs.
Missing Label Detection
The system detects missing labels and can trigger an automatic line shutdown to prevent unlabeled product from advancing. Catch the problem at the source, not at the end of the line.
Wet or Dry Container Handling
Designed to apply labels reliably on both wet and dry containers. Plastic-backed labels with dairy-grade adhesive are recommended for durability and consistent bond across varying surface conditions.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
25–80 CPM
30 Job Presets
Made in Colorado
Performance & Speeds
Throughput Capacity: Up to 100+ CPM (6,000 CPH) continuous (synchronizes dynamically with canning line output)
Container Compatibility: Aluminum beverage cans (Standard 202/211, Sleek 202/204, Slim 200/202, 12 oz, 16 oz, 19.2 oz, and 24 oz), glass bottles, and PET containers
Label Type: Pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) roll-fed wrap labels (plastic-backed film labels with dairy/wet-strength adhesive recommended)
Label Roll Unwind: Configurable for industry-standard No. 3 (counter-clockwise unwind) or No. 4 (clockwise unwind) roll formats
Drive Technology: Precision Teknic ClearPath integrated NEMA 34 brushless DC servo motors with closed-loop encoder feedback
Physical Dimensions & Mounting
Overall Footprint (L × W × H): 53.10" × 39.14" × 48.80" (1,349 × 994 × 1,240 mm)
Conveyor Deck Height: Nominal 40.00" (1,016 mm) line height with heavy-duty threaded leveling pads or locking casters
Vertical Height Adjustment: Integrated SUSPA Movotec hydraulic hand-crank lift system (1,300 lbs capacity, 5.9" / 150 mm stroke adjustment)
Chassis Construction: Heavy-gauge AISI 304 stainless steel welded tubular frame with precision CNC-machined anodized aluminum mounting plates and System Plast sealed stainless bearings
Utility Requirements
Electrical Supply:100–240 VAC, Single Phase, 50/60 Hz, 3.0 Amps Full Load (Standard)
Simple wall plug connection—no 3-phase power drop required
Compressed Air: None required for standard operation (all-electric servo motor drive architecture)
Mounting & Line Integration
Mobile Discharge Cart Integration: Mounts directly alongside CODI Rinse/Dry Boxes, Accumulation Tables, and PakTech Applicators on shared stainless mobile carts for compact, reconfigurable pack-off suites.
Locking Caster Mobility Kit: High-load industrial swivel casters allowing operators to roll the labeler on and off the packaging line in minutes.
Custom Roll Unwind Orientation: Factory-configured web path for either No. 3 or No. 4 label wound rolls to match your label printer's converter specs.
Downstream Accumulation Mating: Direct bolt-on integration with CODI Rotary or Bi-Directional Accumulation Tables to provide buffer time during label reel spool swaps.
Coding & Quality Control
Date Coder Integration: Pre-engineered mounting brackets and electrical trigger handshakes for Videojet or Keyence continuous inkjet (CIJ) or laser date coders to print batch data directly onto can bottoms or label faces.
Clear Label Sensor Upgrade: High-precision ultrasonic label fork sensor engineered specifically for clear/transparent film labels.
Discharge Back-Up Sensor: Downstream optical sensor that automatically pauses labeling if secondary cartoning or tray packing equipment backs up.
Format Handling
Container Diameter Change Parts: Quick-swap infeed timing screws and contoured side guides tailored for sleek, slim, and large-diameter specialty cans.
Curated Spare Parts Package: Tiered maintenance kits (replacement foam compression plates, wrap belts, optical fork sensors, and easy-lock tensioner components).
Teknic ClearPath Integrated Servo Precision
Utilizes high-torque Teknic ClearPath brushless servo motors on the label dispense head, container timing screw, and application wrap belt.
Delivers sub-millimeter label placement repeatability, eliminating the label drift, tearing, and registration skew common on stepper-driven units.
Synchronizes bottle pitch and label feed speed dynamically to match line flow from the filler.
Intuitive Touchscreen HMI ("CODI Labelizer")
High-visibility color touchscreen interface gives operators centralized digital control over every labeling variable:Dispense Speed & Acceleration: Fine-tunes label delivery speed (RPM) to match line velocity.
Dispense Delay (ms): Millisecond-level trigger offset to align the label leading edge perfectly on the can.
Flag Distance (mm): Digital control of label reveal beyond the peel plate to ensure instant, consistent can contact.
Feed & Take-Up Torque: On-screen percentage torque settings to prevent web breakage or loose liner take-up.
Job Memory & Counters: Stores multiple recipe profiles with live CPM readouts and batch label counters.
SUSPA Movotec Precision Hydraulic Height Adjustment
Features an integrated SUSPA Movotec hydraulic hand-crank lift system charged with food-grade hydraulic fluid.
Allows operators to raise or lower the entire labeler head and peel plate smoothly on the fly with a single hand crank.
Accommodates format height switches between 12 oz, 16 oz, and 19.2 oz cans without tools or loose shims.
Bubble-Free Wet & Dry Can Application
Engineered specifically for craft canning environments where cans may carry residual surface moisture or condensation.
Combines an active high-grip infeed timing screw with a compliant foam-backed compression press plate and high-friction wrap belt.
Gently rotates the container under uniform pressure, rolling the label securely onto the sidewall to eliminate trapped air bubbles, wrinkles, and flagging edges.
Smart Optical Detection & Jam Protection
Equipped with a Keyence distance-based laser sensor to detect incoming container arrival and a precision Telemecanique thru-beam fork sensor to monitor label gaps.
Missing-label detection and automatic jam detection logic monitor container flow and immediately halt operation to prevent pile-ups if downline packaging stops.
One-Touch Digital Passthrough Mode
Standard operating mode on the HMI that allows operators to run pre-printed or shrink-sleeved cans directly down the conveyor through the labeler envelope without dispensing labels or mechanically disassembling the line.
ACCESSORIES
FAQ
Why does the Label Applicator use a feed screw instead of pads or wheels?
A feed screw indexes each can or bottle with absolute mechanical spacing and rotational control as it passes the label head. That precision prevents skewing, bubbling, and misalignments, ensuring repeatable placement at high speeds.
What speed does the Label Applicator support?
It is designed to synchronize with high-speed packaging lines, applying pressure-sensitive wrap, front/back, or spot labels cleanly at speeds exceeding standard filling operations.
Does the container need to be completely dry before labeling?
Yes. Pressure-sensitive adhesive will flag, slip, or fail if applied over standing water or heavy condensation. We recommend placing a Sure Dry Blower or Rinse and Dry Box immediately upstream of the labeler.
Can it apply date codes?
Yes. The system easily integrates optional continuous inkjet (CIJ), thermal transfer, or laser coding heads to print lot numbers and date codes simultaneously with label application.
