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DTM AP550e flat surface label applicator with an oil bottle, front left view

DTM AP550e Flat Surface Label Applicator

by DTM Print
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£2,544.90
SKU 074392

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Labelling boxes, lids or flat-sided containers by hand means lining up each label from scratch. The AP550e holds a compatible item in position and applies a single pre-printed label when you bring its arm to the surface, helping make repeat batches more consistent.

It is designed for flat surfaces and many tapered packages, including some bottles, tins, boxes and pouches. It does not need compressed air. If your main job is labelling the curved side of round bottles, the AP360e or AP380e is the better machine to examine.

Overview

The AP550e is a benchtop applicator for repeat placement of labels on compatible flat or near-flat surfaces. Position the item against the guide, set the label offset and pull the arm across; the machine dispenses and presses down one label. The display provides a counter and saved settings for recurring jobs.

How to plan a repeat run

  1. Load a compatible pre-printed label roll and set the guides and label position.
  2. Position a test package on the platform and apply a label.
  3. Check placement and adhesion, adjust the settings, then present each subsequent item in the same way.

DTM quotes up to 500 items per hour in suitable conditions. You still load and remove each item by hand. The AP550e does not print labels and has no built-in waste-liner rewinder.

Choose Setup

Good fit: packages with a stable flat labelling area and a repeatable position against the guide. Check first: very small, soft, curved or irregular items, and labels that are particularly thin or flexible. DTM offers a separate container holder solution for some unusual shapes.

Send us the application details

Provide the item’s dimensions, photographs from the front and side, the area you want to label, and the label’s dimensions and material. For transparent labels, the AP550e’s optical sensing needs a suitable black mark on the roll. We can check the media and package together before you commit.

Specs & Included
Specification Manufacturer information
Surface and item Flat and many tapered shapes; max. 305 mm width and 310 mm depth (overhang may be possible)
Item height Up to 203 mm; very low items may need spacers
Label dimensions 19–101.6 mm width; 19–152.4 mm height
Label roll Up to 203 mm outer diameter; 50.8–76.2 mm core; die-cut, outward wound
Clear labels Black mark required for the optical sensor
Operation One label per cycle; quoted up to 500 items/hour; no compressed air
Machine size / weight 305 × 541 × 256–391 mm (W × H × D); 10.9 kg
Power Universal 100–240 V AC input to supplied power supply

Included

AP550e applicator, instructions and universal power supply, as stated by DTM. Labels and any special container holder are separate; check UK plug/lead supply with us before ordering.

Manual and quickstart

FAQs

Is this the right model for round bottles?The AP550e applies to flat and many tapered surfaces. For labels on the curved side of a cylindrical bottle, look at the AP360e or AP380e.

Do I need an air compressor?No. The AP550e is electrically powered and does not require compressed air.

Can it apply a clear label?Yes, with the roll prepared for the optical sensor: DTM specifies a black mark for clear labels. We can check your label stock before you order.

Will it hold an unusual container?Some shapes need a separate holder or a sample check. Send us photographs and measurements of the item and intended label position.

Does it print or apply two labels in one operation?No. It applies one pre-printed roll label per cycle. Printing and any second label application are separate steps.

Delivery & Returns

Delivery

DTM dispatches the machine from Germany to BatchPoint in London; this first leg normally takes about 5–7 working days, subject to availability and customs clearance. We then arrange onward delivery to your UK address. We will confirm the full delivery estimate and charge for your order before it is accepted. Please tell us if you have a production deadline.

Delivery estimates are a guide. See our Delivery Information for the general arrangements.

Returns and cancellations

Please speak to us before cancelling or returning a machine. Because the right setup depends on your package and label, we recommend checking these details before ordering. Change-of-mind returns for business purchases require our written agreement; your applicable statutory rights are unaffected. If a delivery arrives damaged or incorrect, contact BatchPoint promptly with your order details and photographs, and retain the packaging. See our Returns and Cancellations policy for the full process.

Warranty & Support

Manufacturer warranty

DTM provides a 12-month standard warranty for qualifying UK purchases. Register the product with DTM within 30 days of purchase to activate the free extension to 36 months, subject to DTM’s warranty terms. Keep your purchase invoice and serial number. Register your product with DTM.

Setup and support

BatchPoint is your first point of contact for setup questions and after-sales help. Email contact@batchpointequipment.com with your order number, package and label details, and photographs or a short video if something is not working as expected. We will work with DTM’s technical team where needed and confirm the next steps for any inspection or repair before you ship the machine.

DTM’s manuals and support resources can help with loading labels and routine troubleshooting.

See it in action!

AP550e flat-surface label applicator in action

AP550e labelling different flat containers

Labelling boxes, lids or flat-sided containers by hand means lining up each label from scratch. The AP550e holds a compatible item in position and applies a single pre-printed label when you bring its arm to the surface, helping make repeat batches more consistent.

It is designed for flat surfaces and many tapered packages, including some bottles, tins, boxes and pouches. It does not need compressed air. If your main job is labelling the curved side of round bottles, the AP360e or AP380e is the better machine to examine.

Overview

The AP550e is a benchtop applicator for repeat placement of labels on compatible flat or near-flat surfaces. Position the item against the guide, set the label offset and pull the arm across; the machine dispenses and presses down one label. The display provides a counter and saved settings for recurring jobs.

How to plan a repeat run

  1. Load a compatible pre-printed label roll and set the guides and label position.
  2. Position a test package on the platform and apply a label.
  3. Check placement and adhesion, adjust the settings, then present each subsequent item in the same way.

DTM quotes up to 500 items per hour in suitable conditions. You still load and remove each item by hand. The AP550e does not print labels and has no built-in waste-liner rewinder.

Choose Setup

Good fit: packages with a stable flat labelling area and a repeatable position against the guide. Check first: very small, soft, curved or irregular items, and labels that are particularly thin or flexible. DTM offers a separate container holder solution for some unusual shapes.

Send us the application details

Provide the item’s dimensions, photographs from the front and side, the area you want to label, and the label’s dimensions and material. For transparent labels, the AP550e’s optical sensing needs a suitable black mark on the roll. We can check the media and package together before you commit.

Specs & Included
Specification Manufacturer information
Surface and item Flat and many tapered shapes; max. 305 mm width and 310 mm depth (overhang may be possible)
Item height Up to 203 mm; very low items may need spacers
Label dimensions 19–101.6 mm width; 19–152.4 mm height
Label roll Up to 203 mm outer diameter; 50.8–76.2 mm core; die-cut, outward wound
Clear labels Black mark required for the optical sensor
Operation One label per cycle; quoted up to 500 items/hour; no compressed air
Machine size / weight 305 × 541 × 256–391 mm (W × H × D); 10.9 kg
Power Universal 100–240 V AC input to supplied power supply

Included

AP550e applicator, instructions and universal power supply, as stated by DTM. Labels and any special container holder are separate; check UK plug/lead supply with us before ordering.

Manual and quickstart

FAQs

Is this the right model for round bottles?The AP550e applies to flat and many tapered surfaces. For labels on the curved side of a cylindrical bottle, look at the AP360e or AP380e.

Do I need an air compressor?No. The AP550e is electrically powered and does not require compressed air.

Can it apply a clear label?Yes, with the roll prepared for the optical sensor: DTM specifies a black mark for clear labels. We can check your label stock before you order.

Will it hold an unusual container?Some shapes need a separate holder or a sample check. Send us photographs and measurements of the item and intended label position.

Does it print or apply two labels in one operation?No. It applies one pre-printed roll label per cycle. Printing and any second label application are separate steps.

Delivery & Returns

Delivery

DTM dispatches the machine from Germany to BatchPoint in London; this first leg normally takes about 5–7 working days, subject to availability and customs clearance. We then arrange onward delivery to your UK address. We will confirm the full delivery estimate and charge for your order before it is accepted. Please tell us if you have a production deadline.

Delivery estimates are a guide. See our Delivery Information for the general arrangements.

Returns and cancellations

Please speak to us before cancelling or returning a machine. Because the right setup depends on your package and label, we recommend checking these details before ordering. Change-of-mind returns for business purchases require our written agreement; your applicable statutory rights are unaffected. If a delivery arrives damaged or incorrect, contact BatchPoint promptly with your order details and photographs, and retain the packaging. See our Returns and Cancellations policy for the full process.

Warranty & Support

Manufacturer warranty

DTM provides a 12-month standard warranty for qualifying UK purchases. Register the product with DTM within 30 days of purchase to activate the free extension to 36 months, subject to DTM’s warranty terms. Keep your purchase invoice and serial number. Register your product with DTM.

Setup and support

BatchPoint is your first point of contact for setup questions and after-sales help. Email contact@batchpointequipment.com with your order number, package and label details, and photographs or a short video if something is not working as expected. We will work with DTM’s technical team where needed and confirm the next steps for any inspection or repair before you ship the machine.

DTM’s manuals and support resources can help with loading labels and routine troubleshooting.