Avery Dennison ALS 380 - Manual (Page 71)

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4 O
PERATION
4.6 A
PPLICATOR
(
OPTIONAL
)
ALS
380
4.6.1 Principle of operation
If direct labelling from the dispensing edge is not possi-
ble, the labeller can be equipped with an applicator. In
applicator mode, the applicator takes the label from the
dispensing edge and carries it to the product.
The labeller can be equipped with various applicators,
depending on the need. The following are possible:
– Air Stream Applicator (pneumatic applicator):
Using suction, the applicator takes the label from the
dispensing edge, transports it until it is directly in
front of the product and then blows the label onto it.
– Electro-pneumatic Applicator (EP Applicator):
The applicator uses suction to take the label from
the dispensing edge. Then a pneumatic cylinder ex-
tends and presses the label onto the product.
– Reverse Electro-pneumatic Applicator (REVP
Applicator):
The applicator uses suction to take the label from
the dispensing edge. Then a pneumatic cylinder
with the label traverses into the application position
and waits there for the product. When the product
reaches the pneumatic cylinder, it presses the label
onto the product.
By means of the APPL function in the extended menu,
the controller is adjusted to the applicator currently in
use
4.6
APPLICATOR (OPTIONAL)