Strawberries in transparent containers on a conveyor belt in a production environment.

Food Labeling

In terms of hygiene and automation, the requirements for food and drink labeling are higher than most other sectors. Usually, production runs around the clock in companies in the food and drink industry – although precision and performance play a crucial role in this regard, the main aim is to automate production operations and eliminate interruptions to the greatest extent possible.

 

HERMA supplies the perfect labeling machines for these challenging tasks. They not only meet the high demands of our customers, but also come with a tailored servicing concept that guarantees the highest level of reliability, flexibility and operability for the series production of large quantities of products.

 

  

 Food labeling in clamshell packaging
Labeling fruits and vegetables in plastic containers
 Food labeling of fruits in plastic trays
 Plastic ketchup bottle labeling
Food labeling plastic bottles
 Labeling food in plastic bowls without lids
Labeling of foodstuffs in flowpack packaging".
Plastic and glass bottle labeling with HERMA labeling machines
 Food labeling sushi in plastic boxes
 Food labeling jam jars
 Food labeling lettuce in plastic boxes
Barcode label food labeling at HERMA
 Label on cheese food labeling at HERMA
Frozen label food labeling at HERMA
Resealable label food labeling at HERMA
Reclosable label
  • Whether you need wrap-around labeling, side labeling, top and bottom labeling or seal labeling, we have the perfect solution for all kinds of applicators.
  • The integrated HERMA 500 guarantees absolute dispensing precision – even with particularly challenging four-sided labeling: a precisely and cleanly applied label is a marker for the high quality of the product in the packaging!
  • With just a few manual interventions, our application solutions can be adjusted to other product sizes in a matter of minutes
  • Our labeling machines feature a compact stainless steel design that fully meets food industry requirements and makes them suitable for use in practically every production environment
  • Thermal transfer printers or hot foil printers can be integrated with ease to print variable data such as batch numbers and use-by dates

Success Stories

Gain an insight into the challenges faced by some of our customers from the food industry and learn how HERMA labeling machines helped to successfully overcome them in our Success Stories section.
  

What matters when labeling food products:

Spraying device with a bottle that dispenses spray jets and a rotating roller for the application of liquids.
  • Machine surfaces that are easy to clean
A simple, stylized apple symbol with an orange rectangle on the left side.
  • Food-safe materials for product contact, food-safe conveyor belts
Intersection of a wrench and a screwdriver, symbolizing tools or technical support.
  • Format parts that can be changed without tools

 

Special labels for reliable identification in the food and drinks industry and common types of packaging

If you want to use special labels for resealing a package, seal and tear labels, labels with pull tabs, labels for marketing campaigns, complex booklet labels with consumer information or high-quality transparent labels, you need application equipment that is perfectly tailored to the job. Brand-name items, in particular, demand the highest precision for such processes. Applying even relatively simple labels with variable data can be a challenge if the labeling occurs under difficult conditions. In the food and beverage industry, this can include moist and cold surfaces, warm containers or even frozen products.

Learn more about labels for food labeling

Freshness seal label

Freshness seal label

Label with pull tab

Label with pull tab

Transparent label and seal label

Transparent label and seal label

Food-safe label

Food-safe label

Deep-freeze label

Deep-freeze label

Barcode label

Barcode label

Tamper-evident label

Tamper-evident label

Label with nutrition information

Label with nutrition information

Label for resealing packages

Label for resealing packages

Promotional label

Promotional label

Food labeling is subject to strict requirements: for many foods, legislation stipulates that their label or packaging must contain information about ingredients and nutritional values. Different foods also have different requirements for their labeling: Depending on the packaging and contents, the right label must be selected to ensure it can be securely attached to the packaging and remains adhered.

For instance, all foodstuffs should include the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN), which, together with the barcode, is an internationally distinctive product identifier that not only lets you identify the items, but also lets you register goods in checkout and stock management systems.

   

Labels on food and beverage products serve a wide range of purposes. For instance, they provide:

  • Information,
  • Sales support,
  • Proof of freshness,
  • The ability to reseal packaging
  • Traceability, and more

The range of packages used is also extremely diverse. It includes, for example:

  • Round bottles,
  • Pillow bags,
  • Plastic jars,
  • Folding boxes,
  • Doypacks
  • Clamshell packaging,
  • Aluminum-cardboard composite containers, and more

Ultimate performance thanks to the HERMA 500

The new HERMA 500 gives you peak performance in every regard. Innovative touchscreen menu navigation and cutting-edge interfaces tailored to Industry 4.0 are just some of the highlights of this pioneering technology.
 

Ease of use

With their ease of use and ability to process a wide range of products, HERMA labeling machines can meet any requirements of food and beverage manufacturers.
 

Printing variable data

Printers can easily be integrated to apply variable for food labeling.
 

Adapted to your requirements

The systems are sturdy and built from high-quality stainless steel, making them easy to clean and able to meet the strict requirements of the food and beverage industry. The machines can be supplied with a variety of conveyor belt dimensions, which means they can be configured for a huge range of applications.
 

Flexible installation locations

Our HERMA labeling systems are low maintenance, exhibit high labeling accuracy, can be modified to fit any installation situation and can be integrated into virtually any packaging line.
 

Pillow bag labeling

Pillow bag labeling is also no problem for our labeling solutions. In most cases, the space available within the existing frame is extremely limited despite the high performance parameters required. The applicator must also work in complete synchronization with the speed of the pillow bag system. Our labeling machines can do all that with ease.



Our promise: A belief-based added value in food labeling

Find out here how our values have a lasting impact not only on food labeling, but on all our labeling solutions:   

Our values


With a unique, comprehensive chain of expertise: from self-adhesive material and labels to high-performance applicators. Leading companies all over the world rely on HERMA to supply them with high-quality labeling systems. With our extensive knowledge in the area of self-adhesive labeling, we ensure that the labeling and identification of products and packaging runs smoothly in all aspects.

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