Product overview
Small-diameter pharmaceutical containers create a particular labeling challenge: the container has limited surface area, the label must remain accurately positioned during high-speed movement, and even minor misalignment becomes visually noticeable.
The Ampoule Sticker Labeling Machine is designed for automatic application of pressure-sensitive or self-adhesive labels to ampoules, vials up to 30 ml, and eye or ear drop bottles. Labels can be applied in full or partial wrap-around configurations while the containers remain in a vertical position.
Technogen Enterprise is a Manufacturer and Supplier of Ampoule Sticker Labeling Machine equipment for Tanzania, particularly for pharmaceutical and injectable packaging lines requiring compact, high-speed automatic labeling.
A servo-driven label applicator controls label dispensing. The servo system works with a PLC, while machine operation is managed through an HMI touchscreen. A fork sensor detects the gap between consecutive labels, while a fibre-optic sensor detects the container.
Ampoules are loaded through a Stainless Steel tray, remain upright during labeling and are collected vertically in the unloading tray after label application.
Two machine configurations provide production capacities of approximately 250 and 400 ampoules per minute.
Label changes do not require dedicated change parts, while only minimum change parts are required when changing compatible ampoule sizes.
Provision is also available for integrating a thermal inkjet printer to print information such as batch number, manufacturing date, expiry date and price directly during the labeling operation.
Working principle
Ampoules or compatible containers are introduced into the machine through the loading tray.
The feeding arrangement transfers containers towards the labeling station while maintaining their vertical orientation.
A fibre-optic sensor detects the incoming ampoule.
The label roll passes through the servo-driven dispensing assembly.
A fork sensor identifies the gap between consecutive labels and signals the PLC for accurate dispensing.
When the container reaches the labeling position, the self-adhesive label is released from the backing web.
The wrap-around mechanism applies the label onto the container surface.
The ampoule continues through the machine in its vertical position and is collected in the discharge tray after labeling.
Where coding is required, a compatible inkjet printer can be incorporated into the labeling head.
Salient features
- CGMP Model : Designed for pharmaceutical labeling operations.
- SS 304 Construction : Machine body and doors are manufactured from Stainless Steel 304.
- Vertical Container Labeling : Ampoules remain upright during the labeling cycle.
- Tray Loading & Unloading : Provides organized handling of small pharmaceutical containers.
- Servo Label Dispensing : Servo-driven applicator provides controlled label release.
- PLC Control : Coordinates label dispensing and container detection.
- HMI Operation : Provides touchscreen machine operation and parameter control.
- Fork Label Sensor : Detects the gap between consecutive labels.
- Fibre-Optic Container Sensor : Detects ampoule presence before labeling.
- No Label-Size Change Parts : Label-size changes do not require dedicated mechanical change parts.
- Minimal Container Change Parts : Compatible ampoule-size changes require limited format parts.
- Wrap-Around Mechanism : Supports full and partial label wrapping.
- Auto Label Length Detection : Automatically identifies label length during setup.
- Toolless Guide Rails : Simplifies mechanical adjustment.
- Coding Provision : Allows integration of compatible inkjet printing equipment
Safety & interlocks
- No Label- No Ampoule
- Emergency - Machine stop
Optional / add-on features
- Label Roll Empty Stop : Stops machine operation when the label roll is exhausted.
- Missing Label Stop : Stops the machine if labels are missing from the roll.
- Transparent Label Sensor : Detects compatible transparent labels.
- Safety Cabinet : Available in Toughened Glass, Polycarbonate or Acrylic.
- Tower Light : Displays machine operating status.
- Missing Label Detection : Checks whether a label is present on the finished container.
- Barcode Vision System : Checks barcodes and presence of coding or pharmaceutical codes.
- OCR / OCV Vision System : Supports Optical Character Recognition and Verification.
- Automatic Rejection : Vacuum or pneumatic rejection of identified non-conforming containers.
- 21 CFR Part 11 Capability : Available for regulated electronic-control applications.
Applications & industries
The Ampoule Sticker Labeling Machine is intended mainly for Pharmaceutical and Injectable industries requiring high-speed labeling of small cylindrical containers.
Suitable containers include:
- Ampoules.
- Vials up to 30 ml.
- Eye drop bottles.
- Ear drop bottles.
The machine supports both full and partial wrap-around labeling using pressure-sensitive or self-adhesive labels.
For Tanzania pharmaceutical packaging facilities, the availability of 250 and 400 containers-per-minute configurations provides capacity options for different injectable and small-container production lines.
Application items
- Ampoule sticker labeling.
- Vial labeling up to 30 ml.
- Eye drop bottle labeling.
- Ear drop bottle labeling.
- Full wrap-around labeling.
- Partial wrap labeling.
- Pharmaceutical container labeling.
- Injectable product labeling.
- Pressure-sensitive label application.
- Self-adhesive label application.
Technical specifications
| Parameter | TGASAL-250 | TGASAL-400 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Technogen Enterprise | Technogen Enterprise |
| Automation Grade | Automatic | Automatic |
| Type | Automatic Ampoule sticker labeling machine | Automatic Round Bottle Sticker Labeling Machine |
| Usage/Application | To apply Self Adhesive / Pressure sensitive label over Ampoule, vial and Eye ear drop Bottle. | To apply Self Adhesive / Pressure sensitive label over Ampoule, vial and Eye ear drop Bottle. |
| Container Suitability | · Ampoule· Vial (Up to 30 ml)· Eye and Ear Drop Bottle | · Ampoule· Vial (Up to 30 ml)· Eye and Ear Drop Bottle |
| Loading and unloading of Ampoule in machine | · Through Tray | · Through Tray |
| Speed | 250 Ampoule / Minute | 400 Ampoule / Minute |
| Driven Type | Servo motor driven Label applicator | Servo motor driven Label applicator |
| Servo Dispensing Motor | Panasonic or equivalent | Panasonic or equivalent |
| Control | Programmable logic controller (Any CE Certified PLC) | Programmable logic controller (Any CE Certified PLC) |
| Machine operating | Through Human Machine interface (HMI) | Through Human Machine interface (HMI) |
| Label Height | 10 mm to 80 mm | 10 mm to 80 mm |
| Label Length | 20mm to 70 mm | 20mm to 70 mm |
| Gap between two labels | Approx. 3 mm | Approx. 3 mm |
| Label Roll Dia. | 300 mm Max. Ø | 300 mm Max. Ø |
| Label Core Dia. | 75 mm to 76 mm Ø | 75 mm to 76 mm Ø |
| Ampoule Diameter | 8 mm to 20 mm | 8 mm to 20 mm |
| Number Of Labelling Dispenser | 1 | 1 |
| Accuracy Error | ± 1 mm (does not include errors due to bottle or bottle or label) | ± 1 mm (does not include errors due to bottle or bottle or label) |
| Power Consumption | 1.5 HP | 2 HP |
| Electrical Connection | 230 Volts, Single Phase 50 Hz. | 230 Volts, Single Phase 50 Hz. |
| Net Weight (KG) | 250 | 300 |
| Gross Weight (KG) | 450 | 500 |
Ampoule Sticker Labeling Machine for Tanzania production
For manufacturers in Tanzania, Ampoule Sticker Labeling Machine should be evaluated against the actual product, pack format, production schedule and operating environment. Automatic vertical rotary labeling system for applying self-adhesive full or partial wrap labels to ampoules, vials and eye/ear drop bottles at speeds up to 400 containers per minute. The selected arrangement must suit both routine output and the changeovers expected during normal production.
Operating and product considerations
Reliable label placement begins with the container shape, surface, label stock, backing paper, adhesive and required application position. Product samples help define guides, sensors, dispensing geometry and pressing devices while also confirming how quickly an operator can change between supported formats.
Planning the complete production line
For a Tanzania packaging project, the labeller should be planned with the conveyor, upstream filling or capping machine and any batch-coding or inspection system. Container spacing and orientation affect placement consistency, so the proposal should consider the whole transfer sequence rather than the label head alone.
Information required for machine selection
- Container shape and dimensional range
- Label material, backing, dimensions and required application position
- Coding requirement, output and upstream product spacing
Enquiries are supported for projects in Dar es Salaam, Dodoma, Mwanza, Arusha, Morogoro and other Tanzanian industrial locations. The final model, construction, output, documentation and support scope are confirmed in the commercial and technical offer.
