Quality Control Of IML Packaging

Control of Tubs, lids and containers

What is in-mold labeling?

In the in-mold labeling (IML) process, the label is placed in a mold and liquid plastic is injected. The result is a product in which label and product are permanently bonded.

In-mold labeling is used for a wide variety of food packaging, such as yogurt, ice cream or cream cheese, but also for paint buckets or detergent bottles.

Thanks to many years of experience in the quality control of IML products, mevisco camera systems are optimally adapted to the needs of IML production.

Inspection criteria of IML packaging

IML inspection criteria on the example of a yoghurt cup packaging.

In the IML injection molding process, overmolding (flashes), undermolding (shorts) and blow-byes can occur. Our image processing systems reliably detect these defects. At the same time, the label position and features of the label design can be checked.

By using an automatic quality control system, defect-free product quality can be guaranteed.

In addition, a vision system can increase the performance of the production line. Problems in the production process are detected by the vision system during production, and personnel or higher-level systems are notified. This allows an immediate response to production problems and increases the performance of the production line.