Automatic Vertical Horizontal Tube Labeling Machine
Designed for small cylindrical products that need to be fed vertically and labeled horizontally, this machine is suitable for test tubes, ampoules, syringes, lip balm tubes, pens and other slim round products.
Vertical Feeding and Horizontal Labeling for Small Round Products
The automatic vertical horizontal tube labeling machine is developed for small cylindrical products that are difficult to stand and label on a normal conveyor. Products are fed vertically, turned into horizontal position and labeled with stable wrap-around application.
It is widely used in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, laboratory, stationery and healthcare packaging industries where small diameter products require accurate label placement.
What Products Can This Machine Label?
This machine is especially suitable for slim cylindrical products that need horizontal conveying during labeling.
Pharmaceutical Tubes
Test tubes, ampoules, syringes and injection tubes.
Cosmetic Tubes
Lip balm tubes, lipstick tubes, mascara tubes and small cosmetic containers.
Stationery Products
Pens, marker pens and other slim cylindrical products.
Laboratory Products
Reagent tubes, sample tubes and small laboratory containers.
Designed for Stable Small Product Labeling
This machine focuses on smooth product transfer, precise label application and continuous production for difficult-to-stand products.
Vertical-to-horizontal Transfer
Automatically changes product feeding direction for stable horizontal labeling.
High-speed Operation
Suitable for continuous production with labeling speed up to 50–300 pieces per minute.
Accurate Labeling
Servo motor control supports accurate label placement with typical accuracy around ±0.5 mm.
Small Product Handling
Designed for tubes, ampoules, syringes, lip balm and pen-shaped products.
Touchscreen Control
PLC and touchscreen allow easy adjustment of speed, label length and product settings.
Flexible Options
Can be equipped with date coding, transparent label sensor and inspection system.
Machine Parameters
Parameters below are based on common industry configuration and can be adjusted according to product size and label requirements.
| Machine Type | Automatic vertical horizontal tube labeling machine |
|---|---|
| Labeling Type | Horizontal wrap-around labeling |
| Suitable Products | Test tubes, ampoules, syringes, lip balm tubes, pens and small cylindrical products |
| Labeling Speed | 50–300 pcs/min |
| Labeling Accuracy | ±0.5 mm |
| Product Diameter | 10–30 mm |
| Product Length | 20–250 mm |
| Label Width | 10–150 mm |
| Label Length | 20–300 mm |
| Control System | PLC + touchscreen |
| Power Supply | 220V / 50Hz or customized |
| Machine Size | 2000 × 850 × 1450 mm |
| Machine Weight | Approx. 220 kg |
| Machine Material | SUS304 stainless steel and aluminum alloy structure |
Available Custom Options
Optional modules can be selected according to label material, inspection needs and production workflow.
Date Coding Printer
Print batch number, production date or expiry date during labeling.
Transparent Label Sensor
Suitable for clear labels used in cosmetic or pharmaceutical packaging.
Vision Inspection System
Check label presence, position and labeling quality.
Automatic Collection Tray
Collect finished labeled products for smoother operation.
Customized Feeding System
Adapt feeding structure according to product shape and size.
Line Integration
Connect with upstream filling, sorting or downstream packaging equipment.
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Common Questions About This Labeling Machine
These answers help buyers quickly evaluate whether this machine is suitable for their products.
What products can this machine label?
It is suitable for test tubes, ampoules, syringes, lip balm tubes, pens and other small cylindrical products.
Why use vertical feeding and horizontal labeling?
Small cylindrical products are often difficult to stand during conveying. Vertical feeding with horizontal labeling improves product stability.
What is the labeling speed?
Typical speed is 50–300 pieces per minute depending on product size, label size and feeding condition.
Can it label transparent labels?
Yes. A transparent label sensor can be added according to label material.
Can it print batch numbers?
Yes. Date coding or thermal transfer printing can be configured as optional functions.
Can different product sizes be handled?
Yes. Adjustment or customized feeding parts can be made according to product size range.
Is it suitable for pharmaceutical packaging?
Yes. It is commonly used for ampoules, test tubes, syringes and other pharmaceutical products.
What information should I provide for quotation?
Please provide product photos, product diameter and length, label size, expected speed and video if available.
Need a Tube Labeling Solution?
Send us your product photo, product size, label size and expected capacity. We will help evaluate a suitable vertical horizontal labeling machine configuration.
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