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Labeling flexibility

The Topmodul labeler combines multiple labeling technologies on a single machine, including p-s, cold-glue, and roll-fed. Working off its plug-and-label principle, packagers can use interchangeably Krones’ new APS2 p-s application head or the cold-glue aggregate or a hot-melt station for wrap-around labels.

Pw 15228 Krones

Topmodul includes a compact bottling table that is said to reduce set-up and parts changeover time. Speeds to 1겨 bpm.

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