# Zap Labeler

> Semi-automatic labeling machines, shrink sleeve systems, filling machines, capping machines, and label printers built for small businesses. Made in Southern Illinois, USA. Starting at $449.

Zap Labeler (zaplabeler.com) is a family-owned manufacturer of labeling and packaging equipment designed for small product businesses, cottage food producers, craft breweries, distilleries, candle makers, skincare brands, and anyone who has outgrown hand-labeling but isn't ready for full industrial automation.

## Products

- [Labeling Machines & Applicators](https://zaplabeler.com/labeling-machines-and-applicators.html)
- [Semi-Automatic Round Bottle Labeling Machine (ZLA+)](https://zaplabeler.com/semi-automatic-round-bottle-labeling-machine.html)
- [Manual Round Container Labeling Machine (ZLS)](https://zaplabeler.com/manual-round-container-labeling-machine.html)
- [Semi-Automatic Round Bottle Label Applicator (ZLA)](https://zaplabeler.com/label-applicator-for-round-containers.html)
- [Bag, Box & Flat Container Labeling Machine (ZL5 & ZL8)](https://zaplabeler.com/manual-bag-and-box-labeling-machine.html)
- [Semi-Automatic Shrink Sleeve Packaging Machine](https://zaplabeler.com/semi-automatic-shrink-sleeve-packaging-machine.html)
- [Manual Shrink Sleeve Steam Tunnel](https://zaplabeler.com/manual-vertical-shrink-tunnel-packaging-machine.html)
- [Manual Liquid Filling Machines](https://zaplabeler.com/manual-filling-machine-systems.html)
- [Semi-Automatic Capping Machines](https://zaplabeler.com/semi-automatic-capping-machines.html)
- [Afinia Digital Color Label Printers](https://zaplabeler.com/afinia-digital-label-printers.html)
- [Digital Label Finishers](https://zaplabeler.com/digital-label-finisher.html)
- [Blank Label Stock](https://zaplabeler.com/blank-label-stock.html)

## Resources

- [Small Business Labeling Machine Buyer's Guide](https://zaplabeler.com/Additional_Resources/small-business-labeling-machine-buyers-guide.html)
- [Labeling Machine ROI Calculator](https://zaplabeler.com/Additional_Resources/labeling-machine-roi-payback-calculator.html)
- [When to Stop Hand-Labeling](https://zaplabeler.com/Additional_Resources/when-to-stop-hand-labeling.html)
- [Semi-Auto vs Fully Automatic Labeler](https://zaplabeler.com/Additional_Resources/semi-automatic-vs-fully-automatic-labeler.html)
- [Bottle Labeling Methods Compared](https://zaplabeler.com/bottle-labeling-methods.html)
- [Label Roll Orientation Guide](https://zaplabeler.com/label-orientation-page.html)
- [Setup Videos & Label Route Charts](https://zaplabeler.com/ivp.html)
- [How to Sell Food from Home](https://zaplabeler.com/Additional_Resources/how-to-sell-food-from-home.html): Cottage food laws, FDA requirements, licensing, labeling, and scaling for home food businesses.
- [All Resources & Articles](https://zaplabeler.com/Additional_Resources.html)

## Company

- [Our Story](https://zaplabeler.com/our-story.html): Family-owned, founded in Carbondale, IL. Built by small business owners who needed a semi-automatic labeler that didn't cost $20k. Laser-cut steel and aluminum. Lifetime support. 800-617-5251.
- [Contact](https://zaplabeler.com/contact-page.html)
- [Reviews & Testimonials](https://zaplabeler.com/reviews-testimonials.html)
- [Sister Company: Desktop Industrial](https://www.desktopindustrial.com): 4,000+ industrial and operational supplies for small businesses. Free shipping over $150. Illinois-owned.
- [About Desktop Industrial](https://zaplabeler.com/Additional_Resources/desktop-industrial-small-business-supplies.html): Full story, product categories, and free planning tools.

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