SMW-AUTO Mug Wrap System
The automatic mug wrap system was designed to wrap 11 & 15 oz. mugs commonly used today.
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- Estimated to wrap 15+ mugs per minute!
- Operators are needed for placing mugs on and off of the indexing conveyor.
- Robotic options are available for loading and unloading.
- Mug Handle Straightening Mechanism
- Indexing Mug Conveyor
- Print & Apply Labeling System to apply a matching barcode to the bottom of the mug.
- Demand Friction Feeder for Feeding Sublimation Sheets
- Industrial Tape Dispenser x 2
- Sublimation Sheet Barcode Reader with Inline Sheet Reject
- Sheet Tape Application & Mug Wrapping Mechanism
- Sublimation Sheet and P&A Label Barcode Match Verification System with In-Line Mug Reject
- Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
SMW Automated Mug Wrap System 2.o by Dartronics, Inc.
SMW Auto Mug Wrap System — Process Overview
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Mug Feeding & Handle Alignment
Unwrapped mugs are conveyed through an indexing system, where a handle-straightening mechanism ensures each handle is perfectly aligned before wrapping. -
Precise Placement
A servo-driven linear slide picks up each mug and places it exactly into the wrap station for consistent positioning. -
Sublimation Sheet Handling & Verification
Pre-printed, pre-cut sublimation sheets for both 11 oz and 15 oz mugs travel along a secondary indexing conveyor. Each sheet’s barcode is scanned and cross-checked with the order. If a barcode is unreadable or the order is canceled, the sheet is rejected and replaced automatically—ensuring only the correct materials proceed. -
Rapid Size Changeover
The system supports fast transitions between different mug sizes to minimize downtime. -
Reverse Placement Detection
If a mug is placed backwards on the infeed conveyor, the system detects it. Once corrected, the operator resumes the process via a touchscreen prompt. -
Barcode Matching for Traceability
Verified sheets are matched with barcode labels applied to the bottom of each mug, enabling full end-to-end traceability. -
Secure Wrapping with Tape
Small pieces of tape are applied to the sublimation sheet before wrapping. As the sheet wraps tightly, the tape secures the wrap at the handle, producing a crisp, stable finish. -
Operational Requirements
The PLC-controlled system operates on standard 110 V power and requires just 3–5 CFM of plant air. -
High-Speed Performance
The system runs at over 15 mugs per minute, delivering consistent, high-quality packaging while minimizing manual labor.
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- Electrical requirements: 110 VAC, 60 Hz, 5 Amps.
- Air requirements: 80 PSI at 2 CFM.
