Container guidance
Side belts and guide rails keep the product stable before both labels are applied.
Side labelling machine UK
Side labelling machines for front and back labels
Side labelling machines apply labels to one or both faces of a container as it passes through the conveyor. They are often the correct route for flat, oval and rectangular packs requiring a front branding label and a rear information label.
Selection intent
Match the side labelling setup to the pack shape
A side labelling machine needs to control the container before label application. This includes guide rails, side belts, wipe-down rollers, label sensor choice and repeatable settings for each SKU.
For front and back work, the two labelling heads need to be aligned around the label size, pack face and running speed so each label lands consistently.
- Good fit for flat, oval, rectangular and selected round containers.
- Supports single-side, twin-side or front/back label application.
- Useful where branding and ingredient or safety information use separate labels.
- Can be configured around coding, inspection and conveyors.
Twin-head control
Two label heads can be positioned for simultaneous front and back application.
Repeatable setup
Settings should be easy to repeat across labels, bottles and changeovers.
Machine routes
Which labelling route should you compare?
Most projects start with the pack shape, label position, material and output. These are the core machine routes to compare before requesting a quotation.
Automatic twin-side labeller
Best for established production where two labels need to be applied consistently in one pass.
Compact twin-side labeller
Useful for smaller footprints, lower-volume production, trials and fast SKU changes.
Top and bottom labelling
Useful for flat packs, cartons, trays, sleeves and products requiring label application to upper and lower faces.
Quote preparation
Information that improves the shortlist
For a side labelling machine quote, send the container dimensions, label size, label roll details and the required label position on each side of the pack.
If the product is unstable, tapered, curved or lightweight, samples are especially useful because handling control can be more important than the label head itself.
Useful enquiry details:
- Container height, width, diameter or panel size.
- Label dimensions, material, reel direction and core size.
- Required label position and allowed placement tolerance.
- Target output, current line speed and changeover frequency.
- Photos, samples, drawings or a short video of the current process.
Related pages
Continue comparing front and back labelling options
These pages help connect the search route with machine type, application and buying guide intent.
Automatic twin side labeller
Automatic front/back labelling for production lines.
Compact twin side labeller
Compact route for smaller production spaces.
Flat bottle labelling
Application notes for flat bottle projects.
How to choose a front/back labeller
Buyer guide for machine selection.
What details are needed for side labelling machines for front and back labels?
The useful starting details are container dimensions, label size, label material, output target, photos of the pack and whether the labelling machine needs to connect with filling, capping, coding or inspection equipment.
Can Lancing UK help choose the right machine route?
Yes. Lancing UK can compare compact, automatic, twin-side and top/bottom labelling options against the pack, label material, changeover needs and output target.
Can samples be reviewed before quoting?
Yes. Samples, drawings, label artwork and short videos of the current process help confirm handling risks before a final machine recommendation is made.
Send your front/back labelling brief to Lancing UK
Share the pack, label material, output target and any integration requirement. The team can help you compare the most suitable compact, automatic or top/bottom labelling route.