SENSITIVE SERIES FOR VIALS AND BOTTLESLINEAR AND ROTARY LABELING MACHINES FOR VIALS AND BOTTLES

LINEAR AND ROTARY LABELERS FOR VIALS AND BOTTLES

Thanks to many years of research and experience acquired in the design, development and manufacturing of labeling machines and to the capability of offering innovative and tailored solutions to the most demanding Customer, IMA LIFE can be considered a leading company for the application of any kind of self adhesive labels on standard/irregular shaped plastic/glass containers. IMA LIFE Sensitive Series production range comprises different models which are worldwide renowned for the reliability, the high performance and versatility levels. Designed according to the latest cGMP standards, they can operate as “stand-alone” machines or be also integrated in complete processing and packaging lines, thus granting a fully line functioning logic and the fulfilment of any assembly integration requirements. Very easy to operate, they are able to fulfill all typical requirements of pharmaceutical processing, by offering various solutions for the application of wrap-around labels on round containers, front, rear or “both sides” label application on elliptical, square or rectangular based products with unusual shapes. The consolidated technology developed during the many years of experience in the field and the collaboration in continuous partnership with the major pharmaceutical multinationals worldwide has permitted to offer a wide range of linear and rotary labeler models which can be easily customized according to the specific productive Customer needs. This is the state-of-the-art of IMA LIFE linear and rotary bottle labelers.

Sensitive 200 2T Sensitive 350

IMA LIFE’S CONTINUOUS PARTNERSHIP WITH PHARMACEUTICAL MULTINATIONALS WORLDWIDE HAS PERMITTED TO DEVELOP TECHNOLOGIES ABLE TO REPLY TO THE DIVERSE CONCERNS RELATED TO PRIMARY LABELLING BY PRESERVING SAFETY REQUIREMENTS AND GRANTING EASY AND VERY QUICK SET UP OPERATIONS WHILE KEEPING A VERY HIGH AUTOMATION LEVEL.

Sensitive ECO LV Sensitive ECO Sensitive ROTO

SENSITIVE 200 SERIES LINEAR LABELERS

SENSITIVE 200 SERIES IS SUITABLETO APPLY SELF-ADHESIVE LABELS ONRECTANGULAR, OVAL AND ELLIPTICALCONTAINERS AND EVEN ON ROUNDCONTAINERS (ONE LABEL ONLY).

This automatic linear labeller is realized according to ergonomic criteria and to the latest GMP’s standards and can reach an output of up to 200 containers/min.

SENSITIVE 200 SERIES LINEAR LABELERS

The containers are fed and transported by an independently driven conveyor belt which speed is synchronized with the machine’s one. The containers are then positively conveyed to the label distribution area by an in-feed scroll, which provides for appropriate spacing among the containers to allow label application. The machine is equipped with a safety system for fallen bottles with machine stop and alarm on the control panel.

Label dispensing and application group is driven by brushless motor for automatic synchronization with the container transport speed; the dispensing groups are provided for vertical and transversal position adjustments for a quick regulation of the label position on the container, complete with digital indicator hand-wheel.The dispensing unit is provided with backing paper recovery support with high capacity controlled by a mechanical system which allows constant paper tensioning.

An upper conveyor belt and contrast heads, keep square/oval containers in position during label application, to assure higher labeling accuracy.

The machine is equipped with an HMI for the supervision and monitoring of all machine status, real time production, label management, intervention of safety devices and alarms with clear description of the fault and relevant troubleshooting. The machine is completely controlled by a PLC with fail-safe logic. On demand an industrial PC can be installed when CFR21 Part 11 compliance is required. The size change over and the batch information are managed by means of recipes directly from HMI.

SENSITIVE 200 CAN BE EQUIPPED WITH ONE OR TWO SIDE HEADS ACCORDING TO THE LABELLING REQUIREMENTS.

SENSITIVE 200 SERIES WORKING AREA

The two labeling heads are positioned one opposite to each other and are adjustable in height according to the container size to be processed.

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SENSITIVE 200 can handle differently shaped containers on the same machine giving the highest degree of flexibility during production. Round containers can also be processed on the machine, on demand; in this case, however, it’s possible to apply only one label.

A compact machine design allows max. operator’s accessibility over the entire working areas. The basement has been also realized in order to increase the visibility and to ensure easy cleaning and maintenance operations. The neat basement is able to allow the easy installation of additional units such as video-cameras or printing devices. Safety protection hood realized in anodized aluminum with Plexiglas panels in compliance with accident prevention standards, equipped with magnetic retention sensors to stop machine in case of door opening.

DOUBLE LABEL REEL HOLDERS INTEGRATED ON SIDE MACHINE BASEMENT FOR LABEL REEL MANUAL CHANGE; THE HOLDERS ARE COMPLETE WITH AUTOMATIC DE-REELING AND SENSORS FOR LABEL REEL-END DETECTION.

The rejection unit is designed according to the latest GMP’s regulations, maximum visibility of the whole labeling process. It consists of a compressed air jet to reject containers with missing label and/or faulty printed data into a box or, a mechanical arm to divert the containers onto a parallel belt (available only for stable bottles). The guides configuration and realization ensure an increased operator’s access to the rejection area; the conveyor belt covers are realized in transparent plastic material with upper opening to facilitate the removal of the rejected bottles.

Rejection unit

SENSITIVE 350 COMPLETELY AUTOMATIC LINEAR LABELER

The label distribution group allows the installation of a wide range of overprinting units, such as ink jet printer, thermal transfer and laser printer with relevant controls

COMPLETELY AUTOMATIC LINEAR LABELLING MACHINE, SENSITIVE 350 IS SUITABLE TO APPLY SELF-ADHESIVE WRAP AROUND LABELS ON CYLINDRICAL, GLASS, METAL AND PLASTIC CONTAINERS.

The machine has been specifically designed for pharmaceutical type applications; the stainless steel finishing along with the compact overall design are realized according to ergonomic criteria and to the latest GMP’s standards.The SE 350 can perform an output up to 350 pcs/min.

The machine can be supplied with HMI swinging arm to also allocate a camera vision system for higher machine ergonomics

SENSITIVE 350 COMPLETELY AUTOMATIC LINEAR LABELER

A stepping motor, automatically synchronized with the operating speed, drives the label distribution and application head

The containers are fed and transported by an independently driven conveyor belt which speed is synchronized with the machine’s one. The containers are then positively conveyed to the label distribution area by an in-feed scroll, which provides for appropriate spacing among the containers to allow label application. The machine is equipped with a safety system for fallen bottles with machine stop and alarm on the control panel.

Safety protection hood realized in anodized aluminium with transparent plastic material panels in compliance with accident prevention standards, equipped with magnetic retention sensors to stop machine in case of door opening.

SENSITIVE 350 is equipped with an HMI for the supervision and monitoring of all machine status, real time production, label management, intervention of safety devices and alarms with clear description of the fault and relevant troubleshooting. The machine is completely controlled by a PLC with fail-safe logic; on demand an industrial PC can be installed when CFR21 Part 11 compliance is required.

The size change over and the batch information are managed by means of recipes directly from HMI.

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SENSITIVE 350 COMPLETELY AUTOMATIC LINEAR LABELLER

GUIDES CONFIGURATION ENSURES AN INCREASED OPERATOR’S ACCESS TO THE REJECTION AREA; THE CONVEYOR BELT COVERS ARE REALIZED IN TRANSPARENT PLASTIC MATERIAL WITH UPPER OPENING TO FACILITATE THE REMOVAL OF THE REJECTED BOTTLES. 

EASY INSTALLATION OF ADDITIONAL UNITS SUCH AS VIDEO-CAMERAS OR PRINTING DEVICES.

The rejection unit is also designed according to the latest GMP’s regulations, allowing maximum visibility of the whole labelling process. The containers with missing label and/or faulty printed data into a box or driven onto a parallel belt (available only for stable bottles).

Double EASY SPLICE reel carrier, complete with pre-alarm photoelectric cells on each reel with acoustic and visual signals and a working surface to allow easy and quick connection of label reels. The unit can be easily moved and can be positioned parallel to or at 90° to the conveyor belt. This system enables the continuous in-feed of new label reels without interrupting the machine working process.

SENSITIVE 350 COMPLETELY AUTOMATIC LINEAR LABELLER

Rejection unit

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SENSITIVE ECO LV COMPLETELY AUTOMATIC LINEAR LABELER

Safety protection hood are realized in anodized aluminum with Plexiglass panels in compliance with accident prevention standards, equipped with magnetic retention sensors to stop machine in case of door opening.

COMPLETELY AUTOMATIC LINEAR LABELLING MACHINE, SENSITIVE ECO LV IS SUITABLE TO APPLY SELF-ADHESIVE LABELS ON GLASS AND PLASTIC ROUND CONTAINERS.

The SENSITIVE ECO LV has been specifically designed for pharmaceutical type applications and is particularly suitable to handle large volume and tall containers. The stainless steel finishing along with the compact overall design is realized according to ergonomic criteria and to the latest GMP’s standards.The SE ECO LV machine can reach an output up to 200 pcs/min.

The containers are fed and transported by an independently driven conveyor belt and conveyed to the label distribution area. The machine is equipped with a safety system for fallen bottles with machine stop and alarm on the control panel.

Label dispensing and application group is driven by brushless motor for automatic synchronization with the container transport speed; the dispensing groups are provided for vertical position adjustment for a quick regulation of the label position on the container, complete with digital indicator hand-wheel. The dispensing unit is provided with backing paper recovery support with high capacity controlled by a mechanical system which allows constant paper tensioning. The machine design and the displacement of the operative groups allow max. operator’s accessibility over the entire working area. Machine basement has been realized in order to increase the visibility and ensure an easy cleaning and maintenance operation. The neat basement allows the installation of additional units such as hot foil printing devices and bar code readers.

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SENSITIVE ECO LV COMPLETELY AUTOMATIC LINEAR LABELER

Label reel holder integrated at machine basement side for label reel manual change; the holder is complete with automatic de-reeling and sensors for label reel-end detection.

The machine is equipped with an HMI for the supervision and monitoring of all machine status, real time production, label management, intervention of safety devices and alarms with clear description of the fault and relevant troubleshooting. Completely controlled by a PLC with fail-safe logic, an industrial PC can be installed when CFR21 Part 11 is required. The size change over and the batch information are managed by means of recipes directly from HMI.

THE REJECTION UNIT is designed according to the latest GMP’s regulations, allowing maximum visibility to the operator of the whole labeling process. The non-conforming containers are driven onto a box on onto to a parallel belt in case of stable bottles. A combined unit for stable and unstable container handling is also available.

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SENSITIVE ECO IS A COMPLETE AUTOMATIC LINEAR LABELLING MACHINE SUITED TO APPLY PRESSURE SENSITIVE LABELS TO THE BODIES OF CYLINDRICAL CONTAINERS IN GLASS, METAL OR PLASTIC.

The machine is designed for easy application in line with packing machines and up or downstream rotating accumulating tables.The machine is built in accordance with cGMP standards, performing an output up to a max 200 pcs/min according to label size.

SENSITIVE ECO LINEAR LABELER

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WORKING CYCLE

1. Conveyor belt

2. Data overprinting unit

3. Label distributing head

4. Winding belt

5. Operator interface and

control panel

6. Spacing roller

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Label distribution and application are driven by an automatic stepping motor synchronized with the operating speed. The distribution unit is equipped with vertical adjustment by means of a handwheel in order to rapidly adjust the position of the label on the container. Moreover, it features a large capacity recovery system controlled by a mechanical clutch which keeps the paper constantly taut. The distribution unit enables the installation of the widest range of hot foil printing units, too.Label spacing is kept by means of feed stopping with a fork photocell and a projector-receiver, which is assembled on micrometric screw adjustment carriage. Labels are wrapped around containers with synchronized motorization mechanically transmitted by the main motorization operator of the conveyor belt label.The electrical panel contains the controlling system (EVER), electro-mechanical instrumentation and the various power interlocks installed under the machine working surface.Control panel with operator panel, START/STOP buttons and Emergency button situated at the front facing the operator, in order to be as accessible and visible as possible.

SENSITIVE ROTO HIGH SPEED ROTARY LABELER

SENSITIVE ROTO IS AN AUTOMATIC HIGH-SPEED ROTARY LABELER SUITABLE FOR APPLYING SELF-ADHESIVE LABELS ON BOTH SIDES OF OVAL, SQUARE OR RECTANGULAR BOTTLES, VIALS AND CYLINDRICAL CONTAINERS WITH UNUSUAL SHAPES.

THE NEAT BASEMENT ALLOWS THE EASY INSTALLATION OF ADDITIONAL UNITS SUCH AS VIDEO-CAMERAS OR PRINTING DEVICES.

The machine has been designed according to ergonomic criteria and to the latest GMP standards and can perform an output up to 400 pcs/min according to label size.

SENSITIVE ROTO HIGH SPEED ROTARY LABELER

Thanks to the modularity design concept, ROTO can be fitted with 1, 2, 3 or even 4 labeling heads to apply up to 4 labels on the same container.Two heads can also be used alternatively in sequence, according to the labeling process requirements. Special 3 panel labels application on square bottles is also possible; in this case the machine output is limited to lower speed.

Size change over and batch information are managed by means of recipes directly from HMI.

Safety protection hood realized in anodized aluminum with Plexiglas panels in compliance with accident prevention standards, equipped with magnetic retention sensors to stop machine in case of door opening.

THE CONSTRUCTION MODULARITY AND THE RANGE OF GROUPS WHICH CAN BE INSTALLED ON THE MACHINE MAKES ROTO THE MOST FLEXIBLE SOLUTION IN TERMS OF HIGH SPEED LABELING.

EACH LABELING HEAD IS EQUIPPED WITH SERVOMOTOR TO ALLOW MAX. FLEXIBILITY AND SIMPLICITY OF USE.

The containers are fed through a scroll onto a star-wheel and conveyed on a rotary carousel consisting of bottom elevating platforms, shaped according to container’s size, and of upper contrast heads to allow positive transport of containers, keeping them stable during label application. The containers are then transported to the labeling station for the application of the first label. Once rotated, the containers are fed to the second labeling station for second label application. Containers are always rotated and oriented before labeling.

The machine is equipped with an HMI for the supervision and monitoring of all machine status, real time production, label management, intervention of safety devices and alarms with clear description of the fault and relevant troubleshooting. ROTO is completely controlled by a PLC with fail-safe logic; on demand an industrial PC can be installed when 21 CFR Part 11 compliance is required.

As an alternative to the use of two heads, the double EASY SPLICE reel carrier allows easy and quick connection of label reels. It is complete with pre-alarm photoelectric cells on each reel with acoustic and visual signals and a working surface. It can be easily moved and positioned parallel or at 90° to the conveyor belt.This system enables the continuous in-feed of new label reels without interrupting the machine working process.

The rejection unit consists of a mechanical arm to divert the containers with missing label and/or faulty printed data into a box or onto a parallel belt (available only for stable bottles). In case of unstable containers the rejection is realized with vacuum suction cups and a star-wheel onto a parallel belt.The guides configuration and realization ensure an increased operator’s access to the rejection area; to ease the removal of rejected bottles.

SENSITIVE ROTO HIGH SPEED ROTARY LABELER

Rejection unit

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ROTO can be equipped with one, two or three labeling heads according to the labeling requirements; the heads can be equipped with integrated unwinding device.

Out-sert, booklet and hanging labels application can be processed as well.

SENSITIVE ROTO HIGH SPEED ROTARY LABELER

SENSITIVE SERIES OPTIONAL UNITS

THE IMA LIFE LINEAR AND ROTARY BOTTLE LABELERS RANGE CAN BE EQUIPPED WITH THE FOLLOWING (OPTIONAL) ITEMS ON CUSTOMER’S REQUEST:

SENSITIVE SERIES FOR VIALS & BOTTLES 200 SERIES 350 ECO LV ECO ROTO

Automatic backing paper un-winder without machine stop

■ ■ ■ ■

Shredding unit ■

Label presence check■

(Head 1 and/or Head 2)■ ■ ■ ■

Automatic bottle rejection with reject confirmation sensor

■ ■ ■ ■ ■

Hot foil, laser, thermal transfer or inkjet overprinting units

■ ■ ■ ■

Hot-foil printing unit and supplementary box holder for rapid change-over

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Overprint control system ■ ■ ■ ■

Single character overprint control system by video camera (OCV, OCR)

■ ■ ■ ■

Bar code or DM data matrix control system ■ ■ ■ ■

Bar code reader ■

Possibility to handle extra long labels ■ ■ ■ ■

Possibility to apply and control RFID labels and integration with E-Pedigree and serialization systems

■ ■ ■

Allen Bradley PLC ■ ■ ■ ■

Industrial PC on operator’s interface, in case cfr 21 compliance is required

■ ■ ■ ■

End-of-printing tape control sensor ■

Integrated in-feed and out-feed rotary table ■

Alternative larger transport belt and higher rollers

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SENSITIVE SERIES FOR VIALS & BOTTLES 200 SERIES 350 ECO LV ECO ROTO

Automatic backing paper un-winder without machine stop

■ ■ ■ ■

Shredding unit ■

Label presence check■

(Head 1 and/or Head 2)■ ■ ■ ■

Automatic bottle rejection with reject confirmation sensor

■ ■ ■ ■ ■

Hot foil, laser, thermal transfer or inkjet overprinting units

■ ■ ■ ■

Hot-foil printing unit and supplementary box holder for rapid change-over

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Overprint control system ■ ■ ■ ■

Single character overprint control system by video camera (OCV, OCR)

■ ■ ■ ■

Bar code or DM data matrix control system ■ ■ ■ ■

Bar code reader ■

Possibility to handle extra long labels ■ ■ ■ ■

Possibility to apply and control RFID labels and integration with E-Pedigree and serialization systems

■ ■ ■

Allen Bradley PLC ■ ■ ■ ■

Industrial PC on operator’s interface, in case cfr 21 compliance is required

■ ■ ■ ■

End-of-printing tape control sensor ■

Integrated in-feed and out-feed rotary table ■

Alternative larger transport belt and higher rollers

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SENSITIVE SERIES TECHNICAL DATA

490 765

1930

1470

900±30

900±30

2155

17453000

SENSITIVE 200 SERIES

OutputUp to 200 pcs/min

(depending on bottle and label dimensions)

Installed power 2 Kw

Standard voltage 400Vac 50Hz 2Ph +N+G

Length 3000 mm

Width 1470 mm

Height 1900 mm

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

Bottle size ø 16 to 78 mm - max height 200 mm

Label sizeLength 15 to 220 mm - height 10 to 100 mm

(150 mm option available)

Label reel diameter max ø 400 mm

Labelling precision ± 1 mm

1930

1190

2150

900±

30

900±

30

1375 6284972500

SENSITIVE 350

Output Up to 350 pcs/min.

Installed power 2 Kw

Standard voltage 400Vac 50Hz 2Ph +N+G

Length 2500 mm

Width 1190 mm

Height 1930 mm

Weight 700 Kg

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

Bottle size Ø 16 to 78 mm - max height 220 mm

Label size Length 15 to 200 mm - height 10 to 100 mm

Label reel Max Ø 400 mm

Labelling precision ± 1 mm

2200

2062

1640

342

1940

900±

30

825 1715 14604000

SENSITIVE ECO LV

Output Up to 200 pcs/min.

Installed power 2 kW

Standard voltage 400Vac 50Hz 2Ph +N+G

Length 3000 mm

Width 1190 mm

Height 1930 mm

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

Bottle size ø 24 to 120 mm Max. height 220 mm

Label size Length 15 to 250 mm Height 10 to 100 mm

(150 mm optional)

Label reel Max. ø 400 mm

Labelling accuracy ± 1 mm743 1375 882

3000

1930

1190

2150

900±30

900±30

SENSITIVE ECO

Operating speed Up to a max. of 200 pcs/min. according to label size

Installed power 1,5 kw

Standard voltage 230Vac 50Hz 1Ph +N+G

Lenght 3000 mm

Width 765 mm

Height 1610 mm

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

Bottle sizeDia. min/max 16-78 mm

Max. height 220 mm

Label sizeLenght 15 - 250 mm

Height 10 -100 mm

Label reel diameter Up to 400 mm

Label accuracy ± 1 mm

SENSITIVE ROTO

Operating speed Up to a max. of 400 pcs/min. according to label size

and number of labelling heads installed

Installed power 3 kw

Standard voltage 400V - 50 Hz + 3 Ph + N+ G

Lenght 4000 mm

Width 1940 mm

Height 1602 mm

Bottle sizeDiameter 16 - 86 mm

Max. height 220 mm

Label sizeLenght 15 - 250 mm

Height 10 -100 mm

Label reel diameter Up to 400 mm

Label accuracy ± 1 mm

3000

1610

900±30

765

3000

1610

900±30

765

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