03.04.19
Herma US Inc., the subsidiary of Herma GmbH, a Germany-based provider of labeling machinery and self-adhesive labels and materials to the global packaging marketplace, has introduced the Herma 500 Label Applicator, an IoT-enabled machine utilizing real-time metrics to optimize production efficiency and consistency, even in a multi-factory setting. Capable of achieving labeling speeds up to 200m/min, the HERMA 500 can handle label widths between 80-320mm and roll diameters from 300–600mm.
Since launching North American operations in 2016, HERMA has enjoyed impressive sales of its signature Herma 400 Label Applicator. Herma sold more than 4,000 of the label applicators in 2018 – half of which were provided to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The Herma 500 is a next-generation label applicator that builds upon its predecessor’s best features and integrates Industry 4.0 connectivity.
The Herma 500 also is exceptionally fast with a maximum speed 70 fpm higher than the H400. A maximum speed of 650 fpm can be reached.
The module offers short make-ready time and offers industrial-grade Ethernet connection.
Amongst the I/O options:
Since launching North American operations in 2016, HERMA has enjoyed impressive sales of its signature Herma 400 Label Applicator. Herma sold more than 4,000 of the label applicators in 2018 – half of which were provided to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The Herma 500 is a next-generation label applicator that builds upon its predecessor’s best features and integrates Industry 4.0 connectivity.
The Herma 500 also is exceptionally fast with a maximum speed 70 fpm higher than the H400. A maximum speed of 650 fpm can be reached.
The module offers short make-ready time and offers industrial-grade Ethernet connection.
Amongst the I/O options:
- Remote access via web browsers provides allows for off-site operation and, on-site, the HERMA 500’s user interface displays intuitive pictograms on a 4.3” touchscreen, with simple access to format management and other user adjustable parameters
- A variety of optional upgrades can be accessed by simple code activation, and the unit’s firmware is automatically upgraded via ethernet. Both left- and right- hand models are available for seamless equipment integration.
