The YCT-Z9 Vegetable Weighing Real-Time Printing Labeling Machine is an integrated three-function system combining precision weighing, on-demand label printing, and automatic label application in a food-safe unit designed to work downstream of weighing machines — multihead weighers, linear scales, and combination weighers common in fresh produce processing facilities.
Each packed container carries a different actual weight, so the label must reflect the measured weight of that specific package — not an averaged figure. Produce environments are wet and humid, requiring appropriate machine materials. Labeling speed must match weighing machine output, and label content — price per kilogram, use-by date, origin, and traceability codes — must be generated accurately on every package.
As each pre-weighed package arrives on the YCT-Z9's buffer table (700 mm × 300 mm), the system generates the label content, prints it on the onboard printer, and applies it with ±3 mm accuracy at 20 packages per minute. Developed by Dongguan Yucheng Machinery Technology Co., Ltd. (YCTAUTO), the YCT-Z9 serves supermarket supply chains and farm-to-shelf packing operations. It shares its core architecture with the YCT-Z8 but is built with stainless steel surfaces for fresh produce environments.
Food-Safe Stainless Steel Construction — Machine surfaces and food-contact components are built from stainless steel and food-compatible materials for wet, humid, and temperature-controlled packing environments.
Integrated Weigh-Print-Apply in One Machine — Weighing, printing, and label application fully integrated with no manual handoff, reducing labor and eliminating mislabeling risk.
3g–5000g Weighing Range with ±2–3g Accuracy — Covers pack sizes from small herb sachets to large vegetable trays, meeting statutory accuracy requirements for variable-weight pre-packed food in major markets.
Real-Time Variable-Content Label Generation — Actual weight, price per kilogram, use-by date, barcode, and traceability fields are all populated automatically from the live weight measurement.
20 pcs/min Throughput — The complete weigh-print-apply cycle sustains 20 packages per minute, matching the output of multihead and combination weighers used in fresh produce lines.
Large Buffer Table for Flexible Pack Formats — The 700 mm × 300 mm table accommodates packs up to 500 mm × 280 mm, including vegetable trays, MAP packs, flow-wrapped bundles, and punnets.
Configurable Label Templates for Multiple Markets — Label format, language, and declaration style can be configured per retail customer or export market, with automated template selection.
120 mm × 100 mm Standard Label Format — Provides space for weight declarations, price calculations, barcode, use-by date, and origin labeling as required by retail compliance standards.
Parameter | Value |
Model | YCT-Z9 |
Labeling Accuracy | ±3 mm |
Labeling Speed | 20 pcs/min |
Suitable Product | Products from weighing machines (fresh produce) |
Label Size | 120 mm × 100 mm |
Weighing Range | 3g – 5000g |
Weighing Accuracy | ±2–3g |
Buffer Table Size | L: 700 mm × W: 300 mm |
Max Product Size (tested) | L: 500 mm × W: 280 mm |
Operating Temperature | 0°C – 40°C |
Power Supply | 220 V / 50 Hz |
Power Consumption | 800 W |
Machine Weight | Approx. 100 kg |
Construction | Stainless steel and food-compatible materials |
Label Content | Variable — generated from live weighing machine data |
The YCT-Z9 serves fresh produce and food packing operations where variable-weight, food-safe labeling is required:
Fresh Vegetables and Salad — Salad leaves, mixed bags, and spring mix trays produced on weighing lines requiring weight-based retail price labels at packing
Herbs and Aromatics — Fresh herb packs portioned by weight and labeled with actual measured weight, use-by date, and origin
Root Vegetables and Brassicas — Bagged carrots, potato nets, onion bags, and broccoli packs portioned on combination weighers and labeled at line speed
Mushrooms and Specialty Produce — Button mushroom punnets and specialty mushroom packs requiring weight-based labeling and shelf-life traceability
Fresh-Cut and Prepared Vegetables — Pre-cut stir-fry mixes, soup packs, and ready-to-cook portions from facilities where food-safe machine construction is required
Fruits and Soft Produce — Grape punnets, cherry packs, and berry containers requiring net weight declarations and price-per-weight retail labels
Fresh Seafood and Chilled Deli — Portioned fish, shellfish, and chilled deli products in MAP packs
Purpose-Built for Fresh Produce — Stainless steel construction, food-safe materials, and operating parameters suited to wet, humid packing environments — purpose-designed for produce, not adapted from a dry-goods machine.
Regulatory Compliance by Design — Real-time weight measurement ensures every package label carries the accurate measured weight — required by variable-weight pre-pack regulations in the EU, UK, US, and most markets.
Retail Specification Flexibility — Configurable label templates support multiple retailer-specific formats and switch between them automatically based on product or order identifier.
Complete Line Support — YCTAUTO supplies filling equipment, capping systems, and multiple labeler models, enabling coordination of a complete produce packing line around the YCT-Z9.
After-Sales Support for Produce Operations — Remote diagnostics, priority spare parts dispatch, and operator training provided as standard for facilities operating extended hours.
Q: How does the YCT-Z9 receive weight data from the upstream weighing machine?
A: The YCT-Z9 connects to the upstream weigher via an electronic data link that transmits the weight measurement for each portion to the control system. Our engineers confirm interface compatibility during pre-delivery configuration.
Q: Is the machine suitable for refrigerated packing rooms?
A: Yes. The YCT-Z9 operates at 0°C–40°C, covering typical produce packing temperatures. Stainless steel surfaces and sealed control enclosures handle moisture and condensation. For conditions below 4°C, contact us to discuss options.
Q: Can the machine handle MAP packs and flexible trays?
A: Yes. The buffer table and applicator handle rigid MAP trays, flow-wrapped packs, and punnets. The ±3 mm placement accuracy is maintained across formats.
Q: What barcode formats and retail label standards are supported?
A: The onboard printer supports GS1-128, GS1 DataBar, EAN-13, GS1 DataMatrix, and QR Code. Templates can be configured for major retail specifications and GS1 compliance.
Q: How do we switch label templates between products?
A: The operator selects the product from the control interface, or the system selects automatically if connected to an order management system. The change takes effect immediately with no label roll change required.
Q: What cleaning protocol is required?
A: Stainless steel surfaces can be wiped with food-safe sanitizers during end-of-shift cleaning. The printer module is protected from direct liquid exposure. Our operation manual specifies compatible sanitizer types and areas requiring protective covers.
Q: What is the MOQ and lead time?
A: MOQ is 1 unit. Standard configurations ship within 10–15 business days; custom configurations within 20–25 business days.
Tell us about your weighing machine model, produce categories, and retailer requirements. Our team will design the right YCT-Z9 configuration and provide a detailed proposal.
Get in touch today:
Email: Amy@yctauto.com
Website: www.yctauto.com
WhatsApp / WeChat: +86-18664140847
