What Are Tamper-Evident Labels and Why Do They Matter?
Tamper-Evident Labels
Tamper-evident labels are security seals designed to show clear signs if a package or product has been opened, altered, or tampered with. These labels are engineered to break or tear, indicating that the item has been accessed or altered by someone other than the intended user.
Why Are Tamper-Evident Labels Important?
Tamper-evident labels play a critical role in protecting products, ensuring customer safety, and maintaining brand trust. They serve as a visual deterrent against tampering, help prevent counterfeit goods, and are often required to comply with industry regulations.
Key Benefits of Tamper-Evident Labels
- Safety, Security, and Fraud Prevention
- Builds Customer Trust and Loyalty
- Compliance with Industry Regulations
AFM’s Tamper-Evident Solutions
American Film & Machinery offers three versatile tamper-evident band applicators designed to apply tamper-evident shrink bands to a variety of containers.
The CH-100 Tamper-Evident Band Applicator
A compact, cost-effective solution for small to mid-sized production needs. The CH-100 is ideal for food, beverage, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, health & beauty, and chemical products.
- Fast, efficient butterfly mandrel design
- Operates 24/7 with minimal maintenance
- Stainless steel and anodized aluminum for durability
- Simple touchscreen controls for easy setup
- Handles round bottles (plastic, glass, metal) at speeds up to 120 CPM
- Smooth guillotine cutting for PVC/PETG film (50–70 microns)
The LX-100 Shrink Sleeve & Tamper-Evident Band Applicator
A flexible, single-head mandrel system designed for full-body sleeves, partial-body labels, or tamper-evident bands.
- Perfect for low to moderate production speeds
- Stainless steel build for strength and quiet operation
- Touchscreen HMI with password-protected menus
- PLC-controlled label drive, cutter, and applicator wheels
- Handles oval and round containers (plastic, glass, or metal) up to 80 CPM
- Compatible with film thicknesses from 35 to 70 microns
- Optional mandrels for non-round containers
AutoBandit Tamper-Evident Band Applicator
A fully automated applicator and shrink tunnel combined in one compact system. The AutoBandit applies and shrinks the tamper-evident band in a single pass.
- Designed for a wide variety of containers—round, oval, rectangle, or custom shapes (up to 9.85” diameter)
- Replaces manual preforms with automated, consistent application
- Three-stage process: seal, preheat, and shrink
- Ideal for dairy, bakery, deli trays, snacks, candy, nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, and more
- Small footprint fits easily into most production spaces
Protect Your Products. Protect Your Brand.
AFM’s tamper-evident solutions are engineered to help you deliver safety, security, and confidence with every product you ship. Whether you’re packaging food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, or consumer goods, our systems help ensure your products arrive exactly as intended—untouched, safe, and secure.
👉 Ready to safeguard your products? Contact AFM today to find the right tamper-evident solution for your business.
