Modular Composite Label With Interlocking Fixing for Size Flexibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing integrated labels are inflexible, requiring multiple styles for different packaging sizes, increasing inventory costs and management complexity, and necessitating custom molds and production line adjustments, which prolongs production cycles and reduces efficiency.
Innovation Solution
A composite label with an interlocking fixing mechanism, comprising a connecting plate, encapsulation tube, and binding strip, allowing labeling plates of different sizes to be freely combined with a perforated fixing module, enabling modular production and flexible size options.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If integrated label design is adopted, then basic identification needs are met, but inventory costs and management complexity increase due to multiple label styles required for different packaging sizes
Solution Approach 1:
The label system is segmented into a reusable interlocking fixing mechanism and interchangeable labeling plates. The fixing mechanism remains constant while only the labeling plates need to be changed for different sizes, dividing the system into functional modules that can be independently managed.
Solution Approach 2:
The interlocking fixing mechanism is designed as a universal component that can accommodate multiple labeling plate sizes through standardized connection interfaces. This multi-functional design allows a single fixing mechanism to serve various packaging sizes, eliminating the need for multiple specialized label styles.
2Manufacturing precision
If integrated label design with fixed size specifications is used, then manufacturing precision is maintained, but production cycles are prolonged and efficiency reduced due to custom molds and production line adjustments
Solution Approach 1:
The manufacturing process is segmented into producing a standardized interlocking fixing mechanism and separate labeling plates of different sizes. This allows the fixing mechanism to be mass-produced once with high precision, while size variations are achieved through interchangeable plates rather than custom molds.
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of changing the fundamental structure or mold for each size specification, the invention changes only the dimensional parameters of the interchangeable labeling plates while maintaining the same fixing mechanism. This allows rapid production adjustments without remolding.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple label styles are prepared for different packaging sizes, then adaptability to various products is achieved, but inventory costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
A single interlocking fixing mechanism is designed to be universally compatible with multiple labeling plate sizes through standardized connection interfaces. This allows one fixing mechanism to fulfill multiple size requirements, reducing the total inventory needed compared to having separate fixed-size labels for each packaging dimension.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention merges the common functional elements (interlocking fixing mechanism) across different label sizes into a single reusable component, while only the variable elements (labeling plates) are produced in different sizes. This combining of common functions reduces overall inventory requirements.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The composite label simplifies production, reduces mold costs and inventory management, enhances efficiency, and allows a single label to adapt to various sizes, improving market competitiveness through customizable appearance and functionality.
Implementation Method 1
seal it through heat pressing
Implementation Method 2
connect it to the connecting plate using a heat-pressing process
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure relates to a composite label, comprising a labeling plate and a connecting plate. The labeling plate is fixedly connected to the connecting plate; the connecting plate is provided with a connecting block to secure a binding strip, and the top is equipped with an encapsulation tube and internal components; the through holes of the components form a passage for the binding strip to traverse, allowing the free end to pass through and engage. Through modular design, the labeling plate and the fixing mechanism can be flexibly combined, solving the issue of traditional labels being restricted to specific styles and sizes, and offering the advantages of flexible combination and wide applicability.