Al Ritma Label Applicator

High-Speed Industrial Self-Adhesive Label Applicator

IBC Al RItma Label Printer Applicator Brochure

The Al Ritma Label Applicator is a high-performance, industrial self-adhesive labeling system designed for fast, accurate, and reliable label application across a wide range of production and packaging environments. Built around an innovative mechanical structure, the Al Ritma combines sturdiness, versatility, modularity, and pinpoint label placement accuracy to provide a dependable solution for automated labeling applications.

With an IP55-rated body, the Al Ritma is engineered for demanding production environments where equipment needs to operate consistently while being exposed to dust, moisture, and the rigors of continuous industrial use. Three performance versions are available, providing application speeds from 40 m/min to 60 m/min and up to 80 m/min, allowing the system to be matched to different production requirements.

Whether you need to apply product identification labels, packaging labels, shipping labels, regulatory information, or other self-adhesive labels, the Al Ritma provides a flexible platform that can be configured around your production line.

Al Ritma Label Printer Applicator

High-Speed, Precise Label Application

The Al Ritma is designed to deliver consistent label placement at production speeds that can keep pace with modern automated manufacturing and packaging lines. Its mechanical design provides the stability necessary for accurate application while allowing the system to be adapted to different labeling requirements.

The system can be configured for applications where precise positioning is important, helping ensure labels are consistently applied to the intended location on each product or package.

Available Speed Configurations

Choose the Al Ritma configuration that best matches your production requirements:

• Standard: Up to 40 m/min
• Xtra: Up to 60 m/min
• High Speed: Up to 80 m/min

Standard Al Ritma Configuration

The Al Ritma comes equipped with the core components required for automated label dispensing and application, including:

• 1 Al Ritma labeling head
• Label tracing fork photosensor for non-transparent labels
• Product tracing photocell
• 300 mm / 12″ diameter unwind unit
• Rigid peeler bar
• Adapting roller mounted on a spring-loaded bracket

This configuration provides a robust foundation for automated pressure-sensitive labeling applications while allowing additional equipment and options to be incorporated according to the application.

Al RitmaT Print & Apply

For applications requiring variable information to be printed directly onto labels before application, the Al RitmaT combines the Al Ritma labeling platform with a thermal-transfer print engine.

The Al RitmaTuses the same robust mechanical structure and control logic as the standard Al Ritma while adding on-demand variable data and barcode printing.

This makes the Al RitmaT particularly useful for applications where information changes from product to product or production run to production run.

Variable information can include:

• Product identification
• Lot and batch numbers
• Production dates
• Expiration dates
• Serial numbers
• Customer information
• Shipping information
• 1D barcodes
• 2D barcodes
• GS1 barcodes
• Other variable production data

By combining printing and application into one automated process, the Al RitmaT can eliminate separate labeling steps and help improve production efficiency and identification accuracy.

Intelligent Labeling Controls

The Al Ritma includes a range of control and monitoring functions designed to simplify operation and provide greater visibility into the labeling process.

Features include:

Label Format Storage
Store label formats for quick recall when changing between products or production runs.

Progressive & Regressive Counters
Monitor label usage and application quantities with configurable counters.

End-of-Roll Alarm
Receive an alert when the label roll is approaching its end, helping operators avoid unexpected production interruptions.

Product Detection
A photocell detects products as they enter the labeling area, helping coordinate label dispensing and application.

Label Detection
A fork photosensor provides label tracing for non-transparent labels.

Built for Industrial Environments

The Al Ritma’s IP55-rated body provides protection suitable for demanding industrial applications. The robust mechanical construction is designed to provide dependable performance in production environments where labeling equipment may be subjected to dust, moisture, vibration, and continuous operation.

Its modular construction also allows the system to be adapted to different line configurations and labeling requirements.

Applications

The Al Ritma can be incorporated into a variety of automated manufacturing, packaging, and distribution applications, including:

• Product labeling
• Packaging labeling
• Case labeling
• Carton labeling
• Box labeling
• Shipping identification
• Variable data labeling
• Barcode labeling
• Lot and batch identification
• Production line labeling
• Automated product identification
• Print-and-apply applications

For operations that require variable information, the Al RitmaT Print & Apply provides an integrated printing and application solution.

Integrate With Your Production Line

IBC can help determine the appropriate Al Ritma configuration based on your product, label, line speed, and application requirements.

The Al Ritma can be incorporated into automated production environments alongside conveyors, sensors, barcode scanners, vision systems, printers, and other production equipment. For more complex applications, IBC can help design a complete automated labeling solution rather than simply supplying the labeling head.

Complete Labeling Solutions From IBC

IBC can provide the supporting technologies required to build an end-to-end automated labeling system, including:

• Industrial label applicators
• Print-and-apply systems
• Thermal-transfer print engines
• Industrial barcode printers
• Custom labels
• Variable data labels
• Barcode scanners
• Fixed-mount scanning
• Machine vision
• RFID
• Labeling software
• Production integration
• Automation and controls

Al Ritma vs. Al RitmaT

*Final performance depends on configuration, print engine, label format, and application requirements.

IBC AL Ritma Label Printer Applicator

Why Choose the Al Ritma?

High-Speed Performance
Choose from configurations reaching up to 80 m/min for demanding production environments.

Precise Application
Designed for accurate and repeatable label placement.

Industrial Construction
IP55-rated construction and a robust mechanical design provide reliable operation.

Modular Design
The Al Ritma can be configured and adapted to different production and labeling requirements.

Print & Apply Capability
The Al RitmaT adds thermal-transfer printing for variable data and barcode applications.

Production Ready
Designed to integrate into automated manufacturing and packaging lines.

Get the Right Automated Labeling System

Every production line has different requirements for speed, label size, product geometry, placement accuracy, and variable data. IBC can help determine whether the Al Ritma or Al RitmaT is the right fit for your application and configure the system around your production environment.

Contact IBC to discuss your automated labeling requirements and find the right Al Ritma configuration for your production line.