Ready-to-Drink Beverages

Shrink Sleeve & Tamper Band Solutions for Maximum Performance

Axon partners with leading ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage brands to deliver high-performance shrink sleeve and tamper band solutions. Our innovative systems ensure secure packaging, eye-catching branding, and seamless production line integration—helping your products stand out while ensuring consumer confidence.

Whether you need precision sleeving for single-serve beverages or multipack solutions, Axon’s systems provide seamless application, durability, and compliance with industry standards.

Proven Shrink Solutions for RTD Beverages

Axon’s shrink sleeve and tamper band systems are designed to meet the unique demands of RTD beverage production.

Our application review process, conducted at our Raleigh, NC facility, ensures optimal performance by testing container materials and shrink application.

With low-to-mid-speed systems optimized for flexibility and efficiency, Axon offers:

• Mandrel-style applicators with servo motion control for precision
• Quick, tool-less changeovers in under ten minutes
• Integration-friendly controls using PackML programming
• Versatile shrink tunnel options (steam, radiant, convection)

The Right Machines for Your Production Line

Aurora Shrink Sleeve & Tamper Band Applicators

A mid-speed system offering steady-state production up to 400 containers per minute. Aurora delivers reliable performance for multipacks, tamper bands, and full-body sleeves.

Its servo-driven mandrel design ensures consistent application, and fast, tool-free changeovers simplify operations.

150SL Shrink Sleeve Applicators

A compact solution designed for low-speed operations up to 150 containers per minute.

Widely used in craft beverage production, the 150SL’s stainless-steel construction withstands demanding environments while maintaining high-quality shrink sleeve application.

SLX Shrink System (For Specialized High-Speed Applications)

For specific high-speed neck banding applications, the SLX system offers extended reel change intervals to maximize uptime in high-volume production.

Why Leading RTD Brands Trust Axon

With a proven track record in RTD beverage production, Axon delivers flexible, reliable, and efficient shrink sleeve and tamper band solutions.

Our equipment ensures:

• Consistent, high-quality shrink application for single-serve and multipack formats
• Seamless integration with existing production lines
• Optimized shrink tunnel configurations for different container materials and shapes