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HZ-100 Horizontal Shrink Sleeve Integrated Systems

The HZ‑100 horizontal shrink sleeve system is designed for manufacturers who need reliable, accurate tamper‑evident banding and shrink sleeve labeling for small‑diameter cylindrical products. Ideal for cosmetics, personal care, and specialty packaging lines, the HZ‑100 delivers precise application on items that cannot be easily handled in a vertical orientation—such as lipsticks, eyeliners, mascaras, and lip balms.

This fully integrated system combines a horizontal shrink sleeve applicator with a compact stainless‑steel heat tunnel, allowing products to be sleeved and shrunk in one streamlined process. The machine features a roller conveyor for smooth product handling, a static reduction system to improve sleeve control, and an after‑temp sleeve centering station to ensure consistent, high‑quality appearance across all container types.

With intuitive recipe functionality, simple tool‑less changeovers, and bilingual HMI options (English, Spanish, Portuguese), the HZ‑100 is built for fast setup, efficient operation, and dependable performance across multiple SKUs. Backed by PMMI‑certified training and Axon best-in-class support, the HZ‑100 helps brands improve line efficiency, reduce rework, and meet tamper‑evident compliance requirements.

Applications & Container Types

  • Lipsticks
  • Eyeliners
  • Mascaras
  • Lip balms
  • Small cylindrical cosmetics and personal care items
  • Any product unsuitable for vertical sleeve application

HZ‑100 horizontal shrink sleeve applicator with integrated heat tunnel
EZ horizontal Axon
Cosmetic product shrink sleeve application system (horizontal orientation)
HZ‑100 horizontal shrink sleeve applicator with integrated heat tunnel
EZ horizontal Axon
Cosmetic product shrink sleeve application system (horizontal orientation)

Highlights

  • Horizontal product orientation The most effective method for handling and sleeving unstable, cylindrical products
  • Roller conveyor Provides continuous rotation of product inside the heat tunnel to impart optimal shrink
  • Cutting system Guillotine knife mechanism provides a clean and precise cut for a high-quality finish - it's also simple to maintain
  • Recipe functionality Change machine settings with the push of a button for quick changeovers
  • Bilingual operation English, Spanish & Portuguese HMI
  • PMMI certified training Operator training provided by a PMMI Certified Technician

Options

  • Dual Applicator Heads - Second head increases production speeds up to 120 cpm
  • Print Registration System - Fiber optic sensor reads film registration marks so the PLC can calculate cut lengths to assure sleeve length accuracy
  • Inspection & Rejection - Detects presence or absence of a sleeve (typically prior to shrink tunnel). No sleeve = container rejection
  • Vertical, Horizontal & T Perforators - Add perforations to enhance ease of opening
  • Date Code Printers – Integrated thermal transfer printing of UPC codes and date codes
  • Infeed Hopper - Allows operators to load product into an automated container feed system that meters and discharges single containers onto the infeed conveyor
  • Spare Parts Kit - Recommended start-up parts inventory

What is the HZ-100 horizontal shrink sleeve system designed for?

The HZ-100 is designed for small-diameter cylindrical products that cannot be efficiently sleeved in a vertical orientation.

It is commonly used for:

• Lipsticks
• Eyeliners
• Mascaras
• Lip balms
• Slim cosmetic and personal care containers
• Any unstable product unsuitable for vertical shrink sleeve application

The horizontal configuration ensures stable product handling and precise sleeve placement.

What production speeds can the HZ-100 achieve?

The HZ-100 operates at:

• Up to 60 containers per minute (single head)
• Up to 120 containers per minute (dual head configuration)

Actual speed depends on product size, film material, and application requirements.

How does the HZ-100 horizontal shrink sleeve system work?

The HZ-100 follows a controlled horizontal workflow:

  1. Products load horizontally onto a roller conveyor.

  2. Sleeves or tamper bands are applied using a precision feed system.

  3. The integrated heat tunnel uniformly shrinks the sleeve around the product.

  4. An after-tunnel sleeve centering system ensures proper alignment and appearance.

  5. Finished products are gently transferred downstream via discharge conveyor.

This integrated system is engineered for consistent sleeve quality and repeatable performance.

Why is horizontal sleeve application necessary for certain products?

Small cylindrical cosmetic products often tip, jam, or misalign in vertical sleeve applicators.

The HZ-100:

• Maintains product stability during sleeving
• Rotates product inside the heat tunnel for uniform shrink
• Prevents tipping and misfeeds
• Improves sleeve appearance and centering

Horizontal handling ensures higher quality results for narrow or unstable products.

What shrink applications can the HZ-100 perform?

The HZ-100 supports:

• Full-body sleeves
• Tamper-evident bands
• Specialty cosmetic sleeve applications

It is optimized specifically for small-format cylindrical packaging.

What materials and film thicknesses are compatible?

The HZ-100 supports:

• PETG
• PVC
• OPS
• PLA

Typical film thickness range:
• 50–70 microns

Material selection depends on shrink characteristics and product requirements.

What product sizes can the HZ-100 accommodate?

• Product diameter: 9 mm – 24 mm (.35" – .94")
• Film layflat range: 18 mm – 40 mm (.71" – 1.57")

The system is purpose-built for small cosmetic and personal care containers.

Can the HZ-100 detect missing or misapplied sleeves?

Yes. Optional inspection and rejection systems can:

• Detect presence or absence of sleeve
• Reject unsleeved containers
• Identify certain application errors prior to downstream processing

This supports tamper-evident compliance and product quality control.

Is the HZ-100 scalable?

Yes. The system offers:

• Dual applicator head option (up to 120 cpm)
• Print registration system
• Date code printing integration
• Automated infeed hopper
• Perforation options

This allows manufacturers to increase capacity or add functionality as production demands grow.

Additional Products

Aurora Mid-Speed Shrink Sleeve & Tamper Band Applicators

The Aurora® mid-speed mandrel-style applicator delivers reliable speeds up to 400 cpm for multi-pack bands, tamper evident bands, and shrink sleeve labeling applications, ensuring precise and repeatable performance.

ZPT Mid-Speed Shrink Sleeve Applicators

ZPT mid-speed shrink sleeve applicators use Zipper Perforation Technology to deliver cleaner, more efficient cuts without traditional cutting blades. Designed for flexibility and fast changeovers, ZPT provides dependable performance at speeds up to 300 containers per minute for full body sleeves, partial sleeves, multipacks, and tamper evident applications.

Aurora® Wide Mid-Speed, Wide Format Sleeve Applicators

The Aurora® Wide mid-speed sleeve applicator handles film widths up to 300 mm and delivers dependable performance up to 200 cpm for full body sleeves, over-the-cap sleeves, and other wide-format applications.

EZ-100 Low to Mid-Speed Applicators

The EZ-100 low to mid-speed shrink sleeve and tamper band applicator handles speeds up to 150 cpm with quick, tool-less changeovers and consistent, repeatable performance.

EZ-Series Low to Mid-Speed Applicators

EZ-Series offers value-priced shrink sleeve and tamper band applicators with models supporting film widths up to 571 mm and speeds up to 300 cpm, ensuring fast and reliable performance for diverse applications.

150SL Low Speed Shrink Sleeve Label Applicators

The Axon 150SL is a compact, mandrel‑style shrink sleeve applicator engineered for speeds up to 150 containers per minute, ideal for ready‑to‑drink beverage cans and craft beverage packaging.

SLX High-Speed Shrink Sleeve Applicators

High-performance shrink sleeve applicators engineered for steady-state production speeds up to 800 containers per minute. The SLX Series delivers precision film handling, fast changeovers, and repeatable results for demanding, high-output packaging lines.