Label print automation eliminates the need for manual intervention in a labelling environment to trigger a print job. Automated label creation and printing replace the manual process by enabling a more efficient and faster process.
The primary goal of print automation is to minimise touch points in the labelling process. By minimising human interaction, fewer errors will occur and the workflow will be smoother. You can ensure that your labels are populated with the correct data using features such as database connections, forms, or PortWatch.
An integrated label print automation solution integrates your label design software and printing technologies with your existing ERP, WMS, or custom front end system. In a fraction of a second, your print automation software can automatically populate your labels and print to unlimited printers based on your ERP data.
Automation of labelling processes can be perceived as expensive , but a deeper dive into processes indicates this process may be cheaper than perceived. The cost of labour is high, but automating labelling allows your employees to be more productive in other areas. It is not necessary to have a salary, benefits, vacation days, or breaks for labelling machines.
Quality systems designed for your application can last for many years and help you grow your business and meet the needs of your customers.
In addition, the placement of labels is consistent. In manual label application, higher throughput requires more labour and results in less consistency in label placement. It’s not an exact science to peel a label off a liner and then apply it to a product. Labels often get crooked or wrinkled, and as fast as they move, the less accurate their placement becomes. Automation keeps your label placement on target, even as throughput increases.
The benefits of an automated labelling process
- The elimination of manual processes will save you time and prevent errors.
- As soon as your print automation software is configured with your system, you will need little to no maintenance.
- It is possible to double your label printing process speed by eliminating manual data entry and integrating your business systems.
- Integration with your existing ERP, WMS, or custom business system.
- Automating your label printing process reduces human interaction, which reduces the possibility of errors.
- Makes for a user friendly experience by eliminating unneccessary steps, reducing stress and saving time.
So how much time can you save using automating labelling processing? Industry examples indicate that you can either half the time you take to print labels or double the output of labelling production. Flex-Strut is one of many examples where print speed was increased by 100%.
Advanced Labelling Systems created by companies such as ALS (Advanced Labelling Systems Limited) provide industry standard equipment to assist with the automation of label printing systems. You can cope with increased demand without hiring as much additional labour as you grow your operation with automated labelling systems.
