- What is a BOPP Labelling Machine?
- How does a BOPP Labelling Machine work?
- Types of BOPP Labelling Machines
- When to choose a BOPP Labelling Machine
- Where is a BOPP Labelling Machine used?
- Why choose our BOPP Labelling Machine
- Technical specifications
- Frequently Asked Questions
What is a BOPP Labelling Machine?
A BOPP Labelling Machine is a piece of packaging equipment that uses a continuous roll of BOPP film (Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene) to apply a clear, scuff-resistant, wrap-cut label onto round or square bottles. The label is cut to length in-line, wrapped around the bottle, and sealed with hot-melt glue for a tamper-evident, premium finish.
In the pharmaceutical industry, BOPP labelling is the preferred choice for water-based syrups, ORS, sanitizers, and large-volume OTC PET bottles where a no-label-look, water resistance, and long shelf life are non-negotiable. In FMCG, it is the workhorse of water, soft drink, juice, and edible oil packaging lines.
The BOPP labeler is built around a film unwinding station, a hot-knife cutting head, a wrap drum or wrap belt, a hot-melt glue unit, and a PLC + HMI control. It is the right answer when you want a clear, premium look at high speed.
How does a BOPP Labelling Machine work?
The BOPP labelling cycle is a synchronised sequence of mechanical, pneumatic, thermal, and servo steps. Here is the step-by-step process:
- Film unwinding: A continuous roll of printed BOPP film is unwound and threaded through the cutting and wrap stations.
- Length indexing: A servo-driven feed roller indexes the film to the correct length for the current bottle format, registered by a photo-electric sensor.
- Hot-knife cutting: A heated blade cuts the indexed film to a single label length, with the cut edge sealed to prevent unravelling.
- Label hand-off: The cut BOPP label is held on the wrap drum or wrap belt as the bottle arrives at the labelling station.
- Wrap rotation: The bottle is rotated by the wrap drum so the BOPP label wraps fully around the bottle body.
- Hot-melt glue sealing: A controlled bead of hot-melt glue is applied to the overlap seam, sealing the BOPP label to itself for a tamper-evident finish.
- Pressing & cooling: A pressure belt and cooling section press the seam firmly and set the glue before discharge.
- Output: Labelled bottles exit on the conveyor to the next machine — coding, shrink-sleeve tunnel, or cartoning.
The complete process is controlled by a PLC with an HMI touchscreen. Operators store recipes per bottle size, adjust glue temperature and overlap on screen, and view real-time output and rejection counters.
Types of BOPP Labelling Machines
We supply three main configurations of BOPP labelling machines. The right choice depends on your bottle shape, label layout, line speed, and budget.
Standard BOPP Labelling Machine (Wrap-Cut)
The standard BOPP labelling machine is the workhorse of pharma, water, and FMCG lines. It cuts BOPP film to length, wraps it around the bottle, and seals the overlap with hot-melt glue — all in a single pass.
| Output | 60–150 bottles per minute |
| Bottle Diameter | 30 mm–100 mm |
| Bottle Height | 50 mm–320 mm |
| Label Length | 50 mm–300 mm |
| Labelling Accuracy | ±1 mm |
| Cutting System | Servo-driven hot-knife label-cutting system |
| Sealing System | Closed-loop hot-melt glue application unit |
| Contact Parts | SS304 stainless steel |
| Power Supply | 415 V AC, 3-phase, 50 Hz |
| Best For | Pharmaceutical syrups, packaged water, soft drinks, edible oils and juice bottles |
High-Speed BOPP Labelling Machine
The high-speed BOPP labelling machine is engineered for large-volume beverage and FMCG lines. It uses a servo-driven wrap drum, dual film rolls, and an industrial hot-melt unit to sustain 250 bottles per minute.
| Output | 120–250 bottles per minute |
| Bottle Diameter | 30 mm–120 mm |
| Drive System | Servo motors from Delta, Mitsubishi or Siemens for film feeding, conveyor movement and wrap-drum operation |
| Film Roll Capacity | Dual film-unwinding station for zero-downtime roll changeover |
| Reject System | Pneumatic single-bottle rejection system with an integrated reject counter |
| Best For | Mineral water, soft drinks and large-volume FMCG production lines |
BOPP Labelling Machine with Shrink-Sleeve Tunnel
The BOPP labelling machine with shrink-sleeve tunnel combines BOPP wrap-cut labelling with a downstream steam or hot-air shrink tunnel. It is the preferred choice for tamper-evident neck bands and full-body shrink sleeves on pharma syrups and beverages.
| Output | 60–200 bottles per minute |
| Tunnel Type | Steam tunnel for uniform shrinking or electric hot-air shrink tunnel |
| Tunnel Length | 1.5 m–3 m, customizable according to bottle size, line speed and sleeve material |
| Shrink Material | BOPP, PVC, PETG and OPS shrink-sleeve films |
| Best For | Tamper-evident neck bands, full-body shrink sleeves and premium pharmaceutical packaging |
When to choose a BOPP Labelling Machine
Choosing the right labelling technology saves both capex and wastage. Use this honest decision guide:
Choose BOPP
When you want a clear, no-label-look premium finish, water resistance, and tamper-evident sealing.
Choose Wrap Around
When your label is paper-based and you want the lowest per-label cost.
Choose Flat Bottle
When the bottle is square or flat and the label sits only on one face.
Choose Rotary
When you need a heavy-duty 4-head high-speed line with multi-side label application.
Choose BOPP + Shrink Tunnel
When you need tamper-evident neck bands or full-body shrink sleeves.
Choose High-Speed BOPP
When you run a beverage, water, or FMCG line above 200 bottles per minute.
Where is a BOPP Labelling Machine used?
A BOPP labelling machine is one of the most versatile pieces of packaging equipment. The pharmaceutical version is the strictest in build and documentation, but the same core machine is used to label:
- Pharmaceutical oral liquids — large-volume syrups, ORS, sanitizers, handwash in PET.
- Mineral water & soft drinks — premium clear-film branding for retail and export.
- Juice & flavoured dairy — no-label-look packaging that survives refrigeration and condensation.
- Edible oil & lubricants — clear, scuff-resistant, oil-proof labels.
- Cosmetics & personal care — shampoos, body washes, premium hair oil in clear PET.
Our BOPP labelling machines are installed across India and in 25+ export markets. Every machine is built at our Ahmedabad facility and dispatched with full IQ/OQ documentation on request.
Why choose our BOPP Labelling Machine
We are not the largest labelling brand in India, and we will not pretend to be. What we will say is that every BOPP labelling machine we ship is engineered honestly — built for your product, not for a catalogue.
GMP-Compliant Build
SS304 / SS316 contact parts, sanitary cutting heads, no sharp edges.
±1 mm Accuracy
Servo-driven film indexing with photo-electric registration.
Closed-Loop Glue
Industrial hot-melt unit with temperature and bead control.
PLC + HMI Control
Delta / Siemens platform with recipe storage and rejection logs.
IQ / OQ / PQ Documents
Full validation support for WHO-GMP, cGMP, and USFDA plants.
1-Year Warranty
Comprehensive warranty with on-call service across India.
Spare Parts in Stock
95% of spare parts dispatched within 48 hours.
Export-Ready
CE-marked electricals, wooden export crating, INCOTERMS support.
BOPP Labelling Machine — Technical Specifications
The table below lists the standard range. Custom configurations are available for larger bottles, taller labels, or higher outputs. Contact our sales team for a tailored datasheet.
| Product Name | BOPP Labelling Machine |
| Machine Type | Standard, high-speed or integrated with a shrink-sleeve tunnel |
| Output Speed | 60–250 bottles per minute |
| Bottle Diameter | 30 mm–120 mm |
| Bottle Height | 50 mm–320 mm |
| Label Length (Cut) | 50 mm–300 mm |
| Label Material | BOPP film with a typical thickness of 20–50 µm |
| Labelling Accuracy | ±0.5 mm to ±1 mm |
| Cutting Mechanism | Servo-driven hot-knife label-cutting system |
| Sealing System | Closed-loop hot-melt glue application unit suitable for EVA or PUR adhesive |
| Contact Parts Material | SS316 stainless steel |
| Non-Contact Parts | SS304 stainless steel with anodised aluminium components |
| Control System | PLC with colour HMI from Delta, Siemens or Mitsubishi |
| Power Supply | 415 V AC, 3-phase, 50 Hz |
| Air Requirement | 4–6 bar oil-free compressed air |
| Documentation | IQ, OQ and PQ support with CE and cGMP documentation |
| Warranty | 12 months from the date of dispatch |
Frequently Asked Questions — BOPP Labelling Machine
A BOPP Labelling Machine is an automatic labelling equipment that uses a continuous roll of BOPP (Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene) film to apply a clear, scuff-resistant wrap-cut label onto round or square bottles. It is widely used in pharmaceutical, water, soft drink, juice, edible oil, and FMCG packaging lines for premium, no-label-look finishes.
A BOPP labelling machine works by unwinding a continuous roll of printed BOPP film, cutting it to label length, wrapping the cut piece around the bottle, and sealing the overlap with hot-melt glue. The bottle is then discharged with a clear, wrap-cut BOPP label fully applied.
A wrap around labelling machine applies a pre-cut self-adhesive paper or BOPP label that wraps once around a round bottle. A BOPP labelling machine cuts a BOPP film roll to length and applies it with hot-melt glue — preferred for clear-film premium finishes and very high-speed lines.
Most BOPP labelling machines handle round bottles from 30 mm to 120 mm diameter. Square or flat bottle models are available for special formats. Bottle height range is typically 50 mm to 320 mm.
A standard automatic BOPP labelling machine runs at 60 to 150 bottles per minute. High-speed models reach up to 250 bottles per minute. Output depends on label length, bottle diameter, and the number of labelling heads.
A BOPP labelling machine in India typically ranges from ₹6 lakh for a single-head model to ₹30 lakh for a high-speed line with hot-melt glue unit and rejector. Contact us with your bottle and label dimensions for a tailored quote.
Yes. Pharma-grade BOPP labelling machines are built with SS304 / SS316 contact parts, sanitary cutting heads, and a closed-loop hot-melt glue system. They support audit-trail logging and IQ/OQ documentation for WHO-GMP, cGMP and USFDA plants.
A BOPP labelling machine is used in pharmaceutical syrup lines, water bottling, soft drink packaging, edible oil, juice, FMCG cosmetics, and personal-care lines where a clear, no-label-look premium finish is required.
BOPP stands for Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene — a clear, scuff-resistant, water-proof film used for premium labels. It is preferred over paper labels for products that need a no-label-look, water resistance, and long shelf life without label peel-off.
Yes. Most BOPP labelling machines use a hot-melt glue unit to seal the overlap seam of the BOPP label after it is cut and wrapped. Some self-adhesive BOPP variants exist, but the standard pharmaceutical and beverage configuration uses hot-melt for tamper-evident, durable adhesion.
Yes. Our engineers provide on-site installation, commissioning, and operator training anywhere in India or for export orders. Typical installation time for a BOPP labelling machine is 3–7 days, including glue unit commissioning and IQ/OQ documentation.
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