What should you pay attention to when buying a labeling machine for the first...

As a new buyer, I would like to purchase a labeling machine, what should I pay attention to?

When it is your first time to buy a labeling machine, please pay attention to the following points to ensure that the equipment suits your needs:

1. Clarify the labeling needs

Product type: Is the product to be labeled a bottle (round bottle, square bottle, flat bottle), can, box, or other shapes of packaging?

Label type: single-side label, double-sides label, full-circle label, or sleeve label?

Material and size: the label is made of paper, plastic or special material? Transparent or non-transparent? Does the size of the label match the machine?

Capacity demand: What is the labeling capacity per day or hour? Choose the appropriate type of labeling machine according to production efficiency.

2. Labeling machine type

Manual labeling machine: for small batch production, simple operation, and low cost.

Semi-automatic labeling machine: for small and medium-sized enterprises, high efficiency and cost-effective.

Full automatic labeling machine: for large-scale production, can be connected to the production line to achieve efficient production.

3. Machine performance

Accuracy and stability: the labeling position is accurate or not, whether there will be wrinkles, bubbles or other issues.

Applicability: can it be compatible with products and labels of various sizes and shapes.

Ease of adjustment: whether the adjustment is easy when it comes to switching between different products or labels.

Failure rate: to know about the reliability and warranty service of the equipment.

4. Machine material and structure

Durability: whether the material contact part adopts corrosion-resistant and easy-to-clean materials such as 304 stainless steel.

Design details: the conveyor belt, label pressing device, photoelectric sensor and other components are of high quality or not.

5. After-sales service

Technical support: whether training and installation services are provided.

Warranty policy: how long is the warranty period and which parts are included.

Maintenance and parts supply: if the machine fails, whether the manufacturer provide online support and parts delivery services in time.

6. Price and budget

Budget range: determine a reasonable budget based on your production requirements, and don't blindly pursue extremely low or high prices.

Cost-effectiveness: whether the price matches the machine performance and after-sales service.

7. Supplier Reputation

Manufacturer background: Choose a professional labeling machine manufacturer. Manufacturers with production experience and technical capabilities are more reliable.

Customer Reviews: Check the using experience and reviews of other buyers.

Certification Qualification: Confirm on the quality assurance such as CE certification.

8. If there are special requirements

If your product is unique in shape or the label is made of special material, make sure the manufacturer provides customized services.

Suggestions

You can communicate with several suppliers first, clarify your needs in detail, ask for solutions and quotations, and place order after comparison. It is better to choose a manufacturer that provides full-process services (from selection, installation to after-sales support). For example, you can consider HZPK labeling machine. We provide customized services for the whole machine, has CE certification, and offer one-year warranty.