In Mold Labeling Technology "IML"

In Mold Labelling Technology“IML”

2013

Typical IML Project Scope

Design of parts & label outlines

Pilot/Prototyping and pre-production runs

IML mold & IML robotics

System integration: Supplier collaboration System integration at StackTeck Training at StackTeck Field integrations Many product launch successes!

Strengths in IML (In Mold Labeling)

Fully automated high speed systems

High volume system capabilities increasing Low volume system flexibility improving

Advantages of IML packaging:

Excellent quality graphics Finished goods – reduced inventory Versatility of small production runs

Trends in IML

Part Focus

Increased visual statement

Enhanced molded features & colors

Expanding range of package types

Improved cost effectiveness

Greater complexity of part & label(s)

System Focus

Increasing system flexibility

Greater simplicity for low volume

Improved tools for system design

IML Case Study – 56 oz. TE Container

Traditional IML Cup

Large Corner Radiusfor improved drop impactand conveying on filler

Dairy Container

IML Case Study – 56 oz. TE Container

Unique elliptical shape

Tamper resistant

Optimal scooping

Major US launch

Product Launch Successes

Unique handle

Optimal volume use

New label feature to show flavour

Cost effective 1-sided wrap-around front label

Major US launch 2009

Product Launch Successes

2009 IMDA Award Winner





Pack Expo Award Winner, ‘Q-Line’

Plastic Part Design Innovations

Expanding range of applications

Technical hurdles are being overcome

New approaches for cost effectiveness

Complementary features to enhance IML

56 Oz. Packaging

4.5 Quart Package

Duo Cup

6 Oz. Cup with Cut-In-Place Labels

Flex IML Cells

Modular approach

Mold frame vs. molding inserts

Automatic alignment

Automatic connection of services

Minimum changeover time

Flexible Tooling Approach

QPC – Quick Product Change

Flexible System for Small Volumes

Typically single or dual cavity

Standardized multi-axis robot used

Simplest possible mandrel and magazine

Small format makes for flexible changeover

IML Pilot System

32/64 oz 1 Cavity IML Flex Cell



Boxer - Counter Boxing of products inline

Only inspected parts

Product never been touched

Contamination kept to the minimum

600 x 310 x 600 standard size box

665 x 340 x 301 special size box

32/48/64 Cavity Closure Flex Cell Options

In line vision inspection

In line laser etching

In line printing

Counting and boxing

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In Mold Labeling Technology "IML"