IML Container Molds

In-mold labeling technology carried out on a thermoplastic automatic machine with a high-speed label placement between casting cycles using a robot. In the in-mold labeling process, a label made, usually from the same polymer material as the product, under the influence of temperature forms and becomes a single unit with the product.

The advantage of IML process are as below:

1. Excellent product presentation is the main advantage of IML technology. Preliminary preparation of the label allows to use full-color printing with clear graphics and realistic image.

2. The IML product is one object - the label does not exfoliate.

3. The process of applying the label is combined with the packaging process.

4. The label provides stronger adhesion to the product itself, which facilitates packaging and storage.

5. Automatic protection against counterfeiting is automatically achieved, as IML technology is generally owned by fairly large manufacturers who will not participate in pirated production.

6. The design is easy to change anytime.

7. Low cost labels compared to traditional one.

The process of in-mold labeling injection are as below:

1. Equipment: High injection speed machine, molds, labels and robot.

2. The labels have to be printed and cut in advance according to shape of container.

3. Load labels on magazines of label feeding device.

4. The arm of robot takes labels from magazines, then deliver the labels into mold cavities.

5. Mold closing, plastic injection, mold opening, ejecting, then taking finished products by robot or falling down automatically.

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