The Hidden Costs of Manual Adjustments in Labeling Operations
PROTOS is a 100% servo-driven labeling system capable of up to 700 bottles per minute, with recipe-driven changeovers completed within 15 minutes, engineered to eliminate manual adjustments across beverage, chemical. pharma, personal care, and any industrial production lines with cylindrical containers. PROTOS at a Glance Specification Detail Max Throughput Up to 700 bottles per minute […]
Why Faster Changeovers Matter: How PROTOS Delivers 15-Minute Transitions Without Slowing Your Line
On today’s production floor, speed isn’t just about how fast your machines run, it’s about how little time they aren’t running. Every minute of downtime impacts throughput, labor efficiency, and overall profitability. Yet for many bottling and packaging operations, one of the biggest time drains remains the same: labeler changeovers. Traditional labeling systems often require […]
How to Reduce Downtime in Your Packaging Line’s Labeling Station
In modern beverage and consumer goods production, every second counts. Throughput, consistency, and line efficiency are core drivers of profitability, and even brief periods of equipment downtime can cause ripple effects across an entire production schedule. When the labeling station goes offline, the impact isn’t limited to a temporary slowdown—it often requires rework, increased scrap, […]
Servo-Driven Labeling Machines: Why Manufacturers Are Making the Switch
Every manufacturing line is a choreography of motion, timing and precision—and few stations reveal the difference between “good enough” and “exceptional” like the labeling step. In today’s competitive production environment, many manufacturers are turning to servo-driven labeling machines to boost throughput, reduce waste and future-proof their lines. Below we break down the advantages of servo-driven […]
How New Expensing Rules Benefit Equipment Investments
When it comes to running a business, timing is everything—especially when it involves your finances. Recent tax legislation has created a powerful opportunity for companies to invest in equipment, technology, and facilities without the long wait for tax benefits to catch up. These provisions are more than just technical adjustments in the tax code—they represent […]
Why 100% Servo-Driven Labeling Is the Future of Manufacturing
In today’s manufacturing world, speed, precision, and adaptability aren’t just advantages—they’re requirements. Production lines are expected to handle higher throughput, quicker changeovers, and tighter tolerances, all while maintaining quality and reducing waste. In labeling, a process often underestimated in its impact, the difference between outdated mechanical systems and a modern 100% servo-driven solution can mean […]
Elum Inc.: The Solution Provider to Next-Generation Labeling
PACK EXPO September 29–October 1, 2025 Elum Inc., manufacturer of PROTOS, the world’s 100% servo-driven, roll-fed wrap-around labeler with a closed loop adhesive extrusion system, is pleased to announce our new partner, Zegla — South America’s largest designer and manufacturer of complete end-to-end production liquid filling systems. Come talk with our elite team of designers, […]
Top 3 Reasons to Update Your Bottle Labeler
On fast-paced production floors, every second counts. When your labeling system isn’t keeping up, the effects ripple across your operation—slower throughput, more downtime, and a drop in product consistency. If your bottle labeler has become the weakest link in your production chain, it may be time to re-evaluate your setup. Investing in a modern labeling […]
Elum to Be Featured on World’s Greatest! airing on the Bloomberg Network!
We’re proud to announce that Elum will be featured on an upcoming episode of World’s Greatest!, a television series that highlights exceptional companies, products, and people making a real difference in their industries airing on the Bloomberg network! This national broadcast segment offers an exclusive look inside Elum’s state-of-the-art facility, showcasing our commitment to innovation, […]
A Powerful Partnership: Elum + Zegla for Complete Brewing Line Solutions
The Elum and Zegla partnership ensures that every stage of your packaging process is engineered for efficiency, accuracy, and reliability. Cans, Glass Bottles, whatever the container, we got you! Together, we offer seamlessly integrated complete systems from start to end-of-line for breweries that are scaling or upgrading to automated more efficient operations. Key advantages of […]