Top 10 Labelling Machines For the Food and Drink Industry

In the food and drink industry, it is difficult to overstate the importance of labelling. Whether your labels are designed to catch the eyes of shoppers or simply to provide your product's nutritional or compositional information, they must be applied clearly, precisely, and consistently.

With so many labelling machines out there, it can be difficult to pick the right one for your business.

There are so many factors to consider: how many items do you need to label per hour? What kind of packaging do you need to label? How much space do you have for this machine? 

Fear not. We have compiled a guide to the ten best labelling machines for the food and drink industry, where you're sure to find the perfect labeller for your business's needs.

1. The CDA Ninette Auto

First up is world-leader CDA's Ninette Auto, a compact, semi-automatic labelling machine designed for labelling cylindrical items. The Auto is perfect for small businesses targeting small-scale production. Made of stainless steel and aluminium, it boasts a user-friendly touchscreen and can handle up to one thousand products per hour. 

It can be used across a variety of sectors, including wine labelling, beer labelling, jar labelling, and many more. It can apply up to two labels per product and can be used alongside filling machines for a streamlined packaging process.

2. CDA Ninette Flat

The CDA Ninette Flat is an efficient semi-automatic option for the food specialist who needs to label products that don't fit the traditional cylindrical bottle mould. 

Compact and user-friendly, the Flat can place one label on up to 12 square, rectangular, flat, or oval products a minute, depending on their format. It can be easily partnered with either automatic or semi-automatic CDA filling machines. 

3. CDA Ninon By-Pass

The CDA Ninon By-Pass is a speedy automatic linear option for labelling all cylindrical items. From beer bottles to jam jars, it enables the application of one to three labels on up to 120 products per minute, and it features a dual labelling technology that prevents labelling interruption during a reel change.

The By-Pass is a great choice thanks to its fast production rate, touch screen control, and intuitive functioning. It is easy to adjust and has the ability to store 50 product labelling positions, simplifying the labelling process.

4. CDA Ninon Mix

When it comes to versatile automatic labelling machines, it's hard to beat the CDA Ninon Mix. The Mix applies adhesive labels on the sides and tops of square, oval, cylindrical, and conical-shaped products, making it ideal for sauces, jams, oils, and more. 

Depending on the packaging, the Mix is capable of applying up to five labels on up to 60 products per minute, and it can store 50 product labelling positions. 

5. CDA Ninon 1500/2500 Range

For a more specialised labeller, the Ninon 1500/2500 Range provides automatic adhesive labelling for cylindrical products, like bottles, jars, and cans. Ideal for medium to large operations, it uses the three-point technique to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

The Ninon 1500/2500 can apply up to four labels on up to 50 products per hour. It also boasts an accumulation table at the end of its conveyor belt, adding to its ease of use. 

6. CDA R1000-R1500 Range

An even more specialised option, the CDA R1000-R1500 Range provides automatic linear labelling specifically for wine bottles. Able to place up to four labels (front, back, neck, and medal), these are great labelling machines for winemakers. 

This range can quickly adapt to different bottle formats without additional equipment, from 25 cl to magnum wine bottles. Able to label up to 1500 bottles per hour, an automatic labelling machine from this range can easily be integrated into any bottling line.

7. Intrex 200+ Label Applicator

The Intrex 200+ is the latest in high precision labelling. With an adjustable labelling speed of up to 75 m/ min and an accuracy of +/- 0.4 mm, this machine is perfect for high output production lines. 

The Intrex 200+'s modular design makes it easy to adjust to your existing production line, and it is compatible with most labelling applications. It features a top and bottom labelling system perfect for a variety of packet labelling needs.

8. Intrex 100+ Label Applicator

For production lines with a low to medium capacity, the Intrex 100+ offers a smaller and more affordable option than the larger 200+. Designed with simplicity in mind, it requires minimal maintenance and keeps your operating costs down. 

With a label feed speed up to 27 m/min, label feeding precision of +/- 0.8 mm, and a detachable control panel that can be installed in a place of your choosing, the Intrex 100+ is a great, cost-effective option for smaller businesses. 

9. Domino M230i-T4/T6

If you are seeking an all-in-one print-and-apply solution, look no further than the Domino M230i-T4/T6. The M230i T4 and M230i T6 are operator-friendly options for labelling the top, side, or bottom of product cases. 

The T4 and T6 models can be mounted in several different designations, giving you maximum flexibility and simple integration into your existing production lines. You have a choice of three different stroke lengths and eight sizes of non-stick pads, as well as the option of left- or right-hand configuration.

The T4/T6 is also a cost-effective choice. Over time, the T4/T6's lower consumable waste, increased printhead life, and quick consumables and printhead changes also lead to a lower total cost of ownership.

10. Domino M230i-CW

In addition to its T4/T6 models, Domino also produces the Domino M230i-CW to label the corners of cases. Its user-friendly interface and distinct split-pad design ensure accuracy and precision.

This reliable model can handle a range of label sizes, saving you production space, and it can slot in easily next to end-of-line processors such as erectors, conveyors, and others. 

Buying the Right Labelling Machine

Whether you need to label bottles, boxes, jars, or boxes, there truly is a labelling machine for every need.

Browse our available products or try our product configurator tool to figure out which labelling machine is right for your business!