Driving success in integrated container labeling systems
The FMCG packaging industry is increasingly driven by the need to balance higher production demands with consistent quality and operational efficiency.
That’s why when a company was facing limitations with its existing plastic tin labeling system, particularly in terms of efficiency and service responsiveness from its previous supplier, they turned to MGS.
As production demands increased, the need for a more reliable and high-performance solution became essential. Combining expertise in product handling, system integration and a responsive, always-available customer service, MGS was chosen as a trusted partner to redesign the company’s labeling systems.
The project involved the delivery of two fully integrated labeling lines, incorporating our own technologies alongside selected third-party equipment, with MGS acting as the main coordinator between all parties throughout the entire implementation.
Addressing a high-performance challenge
To address the requirements of the application, the project demanded a labeling solution capable of combining high-speed performance with precise product handling and consistent operational reliability. Particular care was needed for label orientation, printing accuracy, and integrated inspection within a fully synchronized production flow.
Given the complexity of integrating multiple technologies into a single line, we drew from our established integration expertise to source OEM equipment and coordinate with third-party suppliers. We seamlessly incorporated this equipment with our own. Acting as the main integration partner and single point of contact for both proprietary systems and outside equipment, MGS ensured a cohesive and fully aligned line concept.
We were involved from the early stages due to our extensive experience in product handling and previous collaborations with the customer on secondary packaging solutions. To validate our suggested approach, we conducted a proof of principle to demonstrate labeling performance across different product formats and confirm system stability under their unique production conditions.
Delivering a future-proof solution
Once accepted, MGS delivered two fully integrated plastic tin labeling systems, designed to address different packaging formats within the production facility.
Unique solutions were developed for both round and rectangular designs with varying label configurations. Each system integrated product handling, labeling, and inspection within a unified architecture. The overall approach combined equipment from multiple OEM suppliers with custom-engineered MGS components, including specialized labeling mechanisms for applying preprinted labels with consistent accuracy and control.
The systems included the following key features:
● Singulation and orientation modules for controlled product flow.
● Integrated cleaning units to ensure product cleanliness prior to labeling.
● High-speed labeling stations with tight tolerance control and batch/lot coding capability.
● Container eject stations to manage product diversion in case of upstream or downstream interruptions.
● Multiple inspection and verification points across handling, transfer, and labeling stages.
● Brush cleaning and vacuum-based dust removal systems to maintain high quality standards.
As production requirements continued to evolve, MGS further supported the customer with additional system installations to increase capacity and throughput.
To date, this includes five additional rectangular can product lines, and 3 additional high-speed round can product lines.
Performance today and scalability tomorrow
The implemented solution significantly improved the partner’s overall production performance, increasing output and operational efficiency across both the rectangular and round applications. For rectangular tins, production rates were raised from 175 to 250 containers per minute, following a progressive optimization of labeling technologies and control systems.
Product handling and labeling accuracy were also enhanced, resulting in improved yield and process stability, with products carefully controlled across all labeling stages.
For round tins applications, collaboration between MGS, the customer, and selected OEM suppliers enabled the development of a high-speed labeling system reaching up to 500 containers per minute, further extending production capabilities across formats.
Beyond performance improvements, MGS acted as a single point of contact throughout the project, simplifying coordination across multiple technologies and suppliers. Leveraging nearly 50 years of expertise in product handling, MGS delivered a fully integrated solution aligned with the customer’s operational needs and future scalability.