Front/back label applicators

Front back label applicators for bottles and flat panels.

Apply two labels in one pass to flat, oval, square and shaped bottle formats.

UK specification adviceAutomatic and semi-automaticRound, flat, oval and jars
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Two-sided bottle labelling needs orientation and control.

A front/back label applicator is used when bottles need a separate front and rear label, usually on flat, oval or shaped containers. Product presentation is critical for accurate label placement.

For round bottles, a front/back arrangement may still be possible depending on label layout and product orientation, but wraparound labelling is often the simpler route.

Details needed for a fast quote

  • Bottle face dimensions
  • Front and rear label sizes
  • Bottle orientation requirement
  • Spacing and conveyor speed
  • One pass or two pass workflow

Common machine routes

Options include semi-automatic bench labellers, compact automatic labellers, inline wraparound systems, twin-side front and back labellers, top and bottom label applicators and integrated conveyor systems. The correct route depends on container shape, label position and production target.

Recommended routes

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Buyer questions

Questions before choosing a bottle labeller.

Which bottle labelling machine route is suitable?

The suitable route depends on container shape, label position, label roll, required output and whether the machine is bench-top, compact automatic or fully inline.

What details are needed for a quote?

Bottle or container dimensions, photographs, label size, roll direction, label material, target output and any coding or conveyor requirements are useful for a fast recommendation.

Can clear or transparent labels be used?

Clear labels may be possible when suitable transparent label sensing is specified and tested against the real label material and backing paper.

Can the labeller be integrated into a production line?

Automatic systems can usually be specified with conveyors and surrounding filling, capping, coding or inspection equipment when line details are supplied.