Semi-modular labeller for precise beverage bottle labelling

Achieve millimeter-precision bottle labelling with seamless transitions between product types. Perfect for high-speed operations looking to integrate labeling and quality inspection to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure perfect brand representation on every container.

Labels, Inspects, and Aligns Bottles Accurately

The HEUFT TORNADO II Dynamic from HEUFT SYSTEMTECHNIK GMBH is a highly automated, semi-modular labeling machine designed for precision and efficiency. Featuring voice control and camera-based alignment, it caters to beverage, food, and pharmaceutical industries by ensuring accurate application of wet glue, self-adhesive, and wrap-around labels. Specially engineered for diverse end-products such as wine bottles, jam jars, and pharmaceutical syrups, this machine processes up to 60,000 containers per hour. Its open design allows seamless integration into any production line, offering options for quality inspection and fault rejection to prevent mislabeled products. Advanced HEUFT SPECTRUM II platform ensures easy brand changes and minimal manual intervention. Built with hygiene-optimized construction and central lubrication, it minimizes maintenance demands. Customizable with up to four labeling stations, the machine supports ongoing production needs with optional features like the automatic magazine feed system and remote monitoring capabilities.

Benefits

  • Enhances production efficiency with high-speed labeling of up to 60,000 containers per hour.
  • Minimizes downtime and human intervention with hands-free voice control and automated brand changes.
  • Reduces labeling errors through precise, camera-based bottle alignment and integrated inspection.
  • Lowers maintenance costs with central lubrication and easy-to-clean, open design.
  • Customizable and expandable to fit diverse production lines and future-proof your operation.

General


Applications
Food,Beverages,Labelling,Full containers,Pharmaceuticals
End products
Pill bottles,Sauce bottles,Pharmaceutical syrups,Bottled water,Wine bottles,Spirits,Jam jars,Juices,Soft drinks
Steps before
Container Cleaning,Bottle Alignment,Label Preparation
Steps after
Quality Inspection,Fault Rejection,Packing
Input ingredients
bottles,labels,glue,containers,empty containers
Output ingredients
labelled bottles,faulty bottles rejection,full containers
Market info
HEUFT is known for its expertise in inline quality inspection systems and automation solutions for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, with a reputation for innovation and reliability in ensuring product safety and integrity.

Technical Specifications


Labelling Speed
Up to 60,000 bottles per hour
Labelling Type
Wet glue,self-adhesive,wrap-around
Labelling Stations
Up to 4
Servo-Controlled Rotation
Programmable according to brand
Voice Control
Hands-off operation
Central Lubrication
Automatic greasing
Material
Stainless steel and galvanised components
Changeover Time
Semi-automatic with audiovisual assistance
Quality Inspection
Integrated with camera-based systems
Operational Configuration
Semi-modular
Hygiene Design
HEUFTCleanDesign
Data Connectivity
Online connection with Gigabit Ethernet and TCP/IP

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Semi-modular,servo-controlled
Integrated Steps
Labelling,inspection,rejection
Batch vs. Continuous Operation
Continuous Inline
Automation Level
Highly automated,voice-controlled
Changeover Time
Automatic adjustments
CIP/SIP
Clean in place (optional)
Energy Efficiency
Optimized low-consumption
Cleaning Method
Easy maintenance access

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Product type Characteristics


Labelling Station Types
Wet glue,self-adhesive,wrap-around
Maximum Bottle Size
Up to 60,000 containers per hour
Container Shape Compatibility
Round,Oval
Label Types
Body,collar,neck ring,closure
Automated Brand Change
Yes
Inspection Modules
Presence,position,brand affiliation

Physical Characteristics


Compact footprint
Open design without a machine table
Machine design
Semi-modular construction
Material construction
Stainless steel and galvanized components
Accessibility
Optimum accessibility for cleaning and maintenance
Noise level
Low noise level due to optimized maintenance construction
Station integration
Up to four electrically coupled labelling stations

Custom Options


Control panel type
Semi-modular design with voice control HMI
Integration possibilities
Up to four labelling stations with camera-based bottle alignment
Retrofitting options
Easy integration of additional modules and components
Servo-controlled technology
Label dispensing head,rotating cam programmable by brand