On-line embossing apparatus for a labeling machine.

摘要

An apparatus for embossing and cutting printed labels from a sheet of printed labels is disclosed. The apparatus includes an embossing head (300), a sensor (310) and a controller (5) whereby each printed label on the sheet can be accurately embossed at a particular location within specified tolerances. The apparatus preferably also includes a second sensor (400), feed rollers (420) and a cutter (410) located successively downstream of the embossing head whereby each embossed printed label can be accurately cut from the sheet of labels. A second controller (55) may be provided for controlling the cutting operation.