Zap Labeler Shrink Sleeve Machine
- Versatile: Apply full sleeve labels & tamper-evident bands effortlessly.
- Any Shape: Works on curves, tapers, round bottles, and square tins.
- Compact & Portable: Fits on any countertop. No conveyor required.
- Industry Ready: Perfect for Craft Beer, Cosmetics, Cannabis & Hot Sauce.
- Made in USA: Built in Illinois with a Lifetime Warranty.
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What Can You Package?
From tamper-evident safety seals to full-body graphic sleeves, the ZLSS handles it all. Here are just a few examples of what our customers are packaging today.
See It In Action
Buyer's Guide: Finding the Right Shrink Machine
There are several types of shrink sleeve packaging machines on the market. Understanding the difference is key to finding the right fit for your small business.
- Steam Tunnels & Heat Tunnels: These are large, conveyor-based systems designed for high-volume factories. They require dedicated plumbing, 220v power, and significant floor space.
- Automatic & Rotary Applicators: Great for speed (100+ per minute), but they cost tens of thousands of dollars and require constant calibration.
- The Zap ZLSS (Manual Vertical): Designed specifically for small to medium businesses. It uses a manual dip process to replicate the professional finish of a steam tunnel without the massive footprint or expense. It is portable, 110v electric, and perfect for runs of 500-5,000 units.
Frequently Asked Questions
A heat gun often results in uneven shrinkage, wrinkles, and "fish eyes" because the heat isn't applied uniformly. The ZLSS dips the container into a heated chamber, applying consistent temperature to 360 degrees of the product instantly. This creates a professional, store-shelf quality finish that a heat gun simply cannot match.
Yes. This is the biggest advantage of the ZLSS. Traditional roll-on labelers struggle with square olive oil tins, tapered hot sauce bottles, or oval cosmetic jars. Because shrink sleeves conform to the shape of the container using heat, the ZLSS handles irregular shapes perfectly.
Absolutely. We have many customers in the cannabis and cosmetic industries who use the ZLSS for "doob tubes," vape cartridges, lip balm tubes, and eyeliner pencils. It allows you to apply full-color branding to very small items that are otherwise difficult to label.
Yes. The ZLSS is perfect for short-run canning operations. Whether you are doing 12oz standard cans, 16oz "tall boys," or crowlers, you can apply full-body shrink sleeves. This allows small breweries to use blank bright cans and sleeve them on-demand, rather than buying truckloads of pre-printed cans.
The ZLSS is compatible with all standard shrink sleeve materials, including PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride), PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol), and OPS (Oriented Polystyrene). It works with both clear bands and full-color printed sleeves.
Yes. If you need to apply a clear "neck band" or perforated safety seal to a sauce jar, pharmaceutical bottle, or food container, this machine is the most efficient manual solution available.
Speed depends on the operator, but most users achieve 10-15 cycles per minute (600-900 per hour). It is significantly faster than using a handheld heat gun and provides a much higher success rate.
No. The ZLSS utilizes a self-contained steam reservoir. It plugs into a standard 110v household outlet and does not require a dedicated water line or heavy industrial 220v wiring. It is truly plug-and-play.
Yes. The Zap Labeler ZLSS is manufactured and assembled by Presley Direct LLC in Illinois. We use heavy-duty stainless steel components designed to last for years, unlike cheap plastic alternatives.