Views: 0 Author: Amy Wang Publish Time: 2026-08-12 Origin: YCTAUTO
A Chilean automation-equipment distributor with over a decade of industry experience needed a labeling solution for large buckets with handles — where the handle must stay upright during rotation so it doesn't interfere with label application. Dongguan Yucheng Machinery Technology Co., Ltd. (YCTAUTO) engineered a custom YCT-61C labeling machine based on confirmed dimensions and labeling requirements, tested it with a comparable bucket before shipment, and delivered a solution that increased the customer's production capacity, reduced manual labor, and enabled fully automated labeling.
Customer | Chilean distributor of automated packaging equipment (≈5–6 employees) |
Customer Profile | 10+ years in automation equipment; strong local reputation; active social-media marketing across multiple platforms |
Product Delivered | YCT-61C Custom Bucket-with-Handle Labeling Machine |
Challenge | Large bucket with handle — handle must remain upward during label rotation |
Solution | Non-standard custom labeling mechanism with a handle-positioning fixture that keeps the handle upright throughout the labeling cycle |
Testing | Validated with a comparable bucket at YCTAUTO's Dongguan facility before shipment |
Outcome | Increased production capacity, labor savings, fully automated labeling |
The customer is a Chilean company that distributes and distributes automated packaging production line equipment in the South American market. With a small but experienced team of five to six employees — most around 40 years old — the company has built a strong local reputation over more than a decade in the automation equipment industry. They are particularly skilled at social-media marketing, with promotional videos and advertising pages visible across multiple platforms.
The relationship began at the 2019 Canton Fair, where the customer visited YCTAUTO's booth. After the fair, the customer sent an inquiry and placed an order with direct payment — efficient and decisive, even without a video meeting. This first collaboration went smoothly, and the customer subsequently ordered two additional standard double-side labeling machines. They also visited the YCTAUTO factory in Dongguan once for machine inspection.
The customer communicates in Spanish, so all discussions were conducted through a translator. Despite the language difference, the customer's deep technical understanding of automation equipment meant there were almost no after-sales issues throughout the cooperation.
Standard round-bottle labeling machines — including YCTAUTO's YCT-61 cylinder-type labeler — are designed for cylindrical containers where the full surface is available for label wrap. A large bucket with a handle introduces a unique mechanical challenge:
When the bucket rotates through the labeling station, the handle must be held in an upward position so it does not pass between the labeling cylinder and the bottle surface. Without this positioning, the handle would interfere with label application, causing misalignment, wrinkles, or failed adhesion.
The customer needed a machine that could:
Accommodate a significantly larger container diameter than standard round bottles
Keep the bucket handle in the correct upward orientation during the full labeling rotation
Deliver consistent labeling accuracy and speed comparable to YCTAUTO's standard machines
This required a non-standard custom solution — the YCT-61C.
Because the bucket was large, shipping a physical sample from Chile to China was impractical. Instead, YCTAUTO's engineering team worked from confirmed technical parameters:
Bucket dimensions (diameter and height)
Label position requirements
Labeling accuracy requirements
Required labeling speed
Based on these specifications, YCTAUTO designed and built a custom YCT-61C labeling machine that incorporated a specialized handle-positioning mechanism. This fixture engages the handle and holds it in the upward position throughout the labeling cycle, ensuring the label wraps cleanly around the bucket surface without obstruction — delivering the same consistent tension and alignment quality as YCTAUTO's standard cylinder-type labeling machines.
Before shipment, YCTAUTO's engineering team sourced a comparable large bucket with a handle and conducted full testing at the Dongguan facility. The test confirmed:
Correct handle positioning throughout the rotation cycle
Consistent label application with proper tension and alignment
Reliable operation across repeated cycles
Once all test parameters were verified, the machine was approved for shipment.
The customer received the YCT-61C and put it into production immediately. The machine operated smoothly from the start — a result that reflects both YCTAUTO's pre-shipment testing protocol and the customer's strong technical capability. No significant after-sales issues arose.
The custom YCT-61C labeling machine delivered three concrete benefits for the Chilean distributor:
Increased Production Capacity — Automated labeling replaced manual application, enabling the customer to handle higher volumes without proportional labor increases.
Labor Savings — By eliminating hand-applied labeling for large buckets with handles, the customer reduced dependency on manual labor for a task that is physically demanding and inconsistent at scale.
Fully Automated Labeling — The handle-positioning mechanism made it possible to automate a container type that standard labeling machines cannot handle, bringing the customer's bucket production line to full automation.
This case study illustrates several capabilities that matter to B2B packaging-equipment buyers evaluating suppliers:
Non-Standard Customization Capability — YCTAUTO engineered a solution for a container format (large bucket with handle) that falls outside standard round-bottle labeling specifications. The customization was driven by the customer's actual production requirements, not a catalog option.
Sample-Free Custom Build Process — When shipping a sample is impractical, YCTAUTO can design from confirmed dimensional and labeling parameters, source a comparable container for in-house testing, and validate performance before shipment.
Cross-Language, Cross-Region Collaboration — The entire project was executed with a Spanish-speaking customer through translation, demonstrating YCTAUTO's ability to serve international buyers regardless of language barriers.
Long-Term Customer Relationship — This was not a one-time transaction. It was the third collaboration with a customer who first connected at the 2019 Canton Fair, ordered standard machines, visited the factory, and then returned with a custom requirement — a pattern that reflects sustained trust in YCTAUTO's engineering and delivery.
The YCT-61C in this case study is a custom variant of YCTAUTO's YCT-61 Automatic Cylinder-Type Round Bottle Labeling Machine. The standard YCT-61 is designed for medium-volume labeling of cylindrical round bottles from Φ25 mm to Φ120 mm in diameter, with single-label and dual-label (front-back) capability, ±1 mm labeling accuracy, and throughput of 25–60 pcs/min.
The YCT-61C extends this proven platform to non-standard container types — including large buckets with handles — through custom engineering of the bottle-handling and label-application mechanisms.
Learn more about the YCT-61 standard model →
Q: Can YCTAUTO customize a labeling machine for containers with handles or unusual shapes?
Yes. The YCT-61C in this case study is a custom build for large buckets with handles. Share your container dimensions, handle type, label specifications, and required labeling accuracy and speed, and our engineering team will evaluate the customization scope.
Q: Do I need to send a physical sample for a custom labeling machine?
Not necessarily. In this case, the customer could not ship a sample from Chile. We designed from confirmed dimensions and labeling parameters, then sourced a comparable container for in-house testing before shipment. If you can provide precise measurements and label specs, we can proceed the same way.
Q: What if my team doesn't speak Chinese or English?
YCTAUTO has experience working with customers across language barriers. This project was completed with a Spanish-speaking customer through translation. We provide multilingual operation manuals and remote video installation guidance to support international customers.
Q: How does YCTAUTO ensure a custom machine works before shipment?
Every unit — standard or custom — is tested at our Dongguan facility before shipment. For custom builds, we source or fabricate a comparable test container and verify labeling position, accuracy, and operational reliability across repeated cycles.
Q: Can YCTAUTO adapt a standard machine model to my specific container?
Yes. The YCT-61C is built on the YCT-61 platform, which handles standard cylindrical round bottles from Φ25–120 mm. Custom variants extend the platform to non-standard containers, oversized diameters, and special handling requirements. Contact our team with your container and label specifications for a tailored recommendation.
Q: What is the lead time for a custom labeling machine?
Standard machines ship in 5–10 business days; custom configurations typically require 15–20 business days. Final lead time is confirmed at order placement based on the customization scope.
If you have a container type, label specification, or production challenge that standard labeling machines cannot solve, our engineering team is ready to help.
Email: amy@yctauto.com
Website: www.yctauto.com
WhatsApp / WeChat: +86-18664140847
Share your container dimensions, label specifications, and production volume with us, and our team will provide a targeted recommendation and quotation within one business day.
