Winding direction, simply explained
If you want to apply the adhesive labels with an automatic labeling machine, you will need labels on a roll. When ordering online, you will be able to configure all the roll specifications. In order for you to receive adhesive labels compatible with your machine, it is important that you indicate the winding direction and the output direction.
The winding direction indicates how the adhesive labels should go on the roll during production. These can have the label side facing in or out of the roll.
Therefore, the unwind direction can be:
- internal
- external
The second fundamental parameter for a labeling machine is the label output direction, i.e. which part of the label should come out first during unwinding. There are 4 different output directions:
- Standing exit
- Head exit
- Exit left
- Exit right
By combining the orientation and output of the labels on the roll, you can obtain 8 different combinations. See the image below to make sure you choose the correct winding direction and output that best suits your machine. If you have any questions about the winding direction of the labels on the roll, you can contact our customer service from Monday to Friday at +34 932 71 64 00 or by email at info@etiqueta.es.