Two-color printing and applying in real-time

Hermes C is the first labeling system worldwide to print and apply two-color labels in one operation. It has been developed and optimized especially for applications corresponding to the new Classification and Labeling Inventory according to GHS.

Due to the integrated backfeed system single labels can be printed and applied on request without loss of labels.

All shapes of packaging can be marked, for example bottles, cans, drums, buckets, cardboard or pallets.

Because of the modular construction system Hermes C offers a proper solution for every application.

vergrößern

• Designed for industrial application
• Simple integration in production lines
• Interfaces to connect to ERP and Process Control Systems are available

cab wins German Packaging Award 2015 in category "Labels, seals and other packaging aids" with Hermes C. The award was presented on FachPack in Nuremberg in September.

" GHS demanded two-color printing. For us it was important that the bags and barrels are labeled directly in the line taking into account the product speed respectively the speed of the conveyor belt."

Daniel Jardot, General Manager of TFL France
 Case study: At TFL various chemical containers are labeled with Hermes C systems

 Learn more on Hermes C applicators

Play

Video: Print and apply system Hermes C with stroke applicator

We show you features and benefits.

 Watch video

 See more videos Hermes C

1 Graphic display
The white backlight provides good readability. Depending on the installation position, the display may be turned in 90° steps.

2 Navigator pad
Simple, interactive menu control, only applicable functions are displayed by the day and night design. Along with the graphic display the menu navigation is easy to understand.

3 Ribbon holder
Quick and simple exchange of ribbon due to three-part tightening axles

4 Metal chassis
For the mounting of the modules it is made of torsion resistant die-cast aluminum.

5 Print positioning
The print position is automatically set after a new label roll has been inserted. The reference value is kept even if the device is switched off.

6 Print heads 1 and 2
The pressing force can be adjusted according to the label width.

7 Ribbon saver
At print head 1 the print head is lifted within the unprinted area and the ribbon is stopped during label feeding.

8 Transport system
Ball bearing mounted rollers provide high printing accuracy.

9 Label unwinder
Due to the swing lever and an integrated brake the labels are unwound with constant tension.

10 Liner rewinder
The liner of a label roll is completely rewound after the labels have been peeled off. The steering axle enables an easy exchange of the label roll.

11 Cover
To protect from dust and damage a cover can be mounted.

 Overview technical data A+ and X series (PDF)

Standard     Option

Label printer	Hermes C 6L/300-3
Print head
Method of printing	Thermal transfer
Print resolution dpi	300
Print speed up to mm/s	125
Print width up to mm	162.6
Material
Labels on rolls	Paper, plastics such as PET, PE, PP, PVC, PU, acrylate, PI
Thickness mm / weight g/m2	0.05-0.2 / 60-160
Width labels1) mm	46 -176
Width liner mm	50-180
Label height mm	20-356
Material backfeed speed mm/s	100 (default setting)
Material backfeed distance mm	115
Media roll: outside diameter up to mm	305
Media roll: core diameter mm	76
Media roll: winding	Outside or inside
Ribbon
Ink	Outside or inside
Roll diameter up to mm	80
Core diameter mm	25
Variable ribbon length up to m	450
Width2) up to mm	165
Ribbon saver print head 1
Internal rewinder
Outer diameter up to mm	210
Core diameter mm	76
Dimensions and weight
Height x depth x width mm	550 x 630 x 320
Weight approx. kg	30
Label sensor
Gap sensor	For leading edge of label and end of material
Distance to locating edge mm	4-47
Electronics
Processor 32 bit clock rate MHz	266
Main storage (RAM)	64
IFFS printer memory MB Flash	8
Slot for CompactFlash Type I
Battery buffer for real-time clock with printout of time and date/data storage when power off
Warning in case of error
Interfaces
RS232C 1,200 to 230,400 baud/8 bit
USB 2.0 highspeed slave for PC
Ethernet 10/100 Mbit/s, LPD, RawIP printing, ftp printing, DHCP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, SNMP, TIME, zeroconf, mDNS, SOAP
2x USB master for external operation panel, keyboard, scanner, service key
Warning light
Digital I/O
Connection of applicator
External E-Stop
Main valve for air pressure supply
Operating data
Power supply	100-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz, PFC
Power consumption up to W	300
Temperature / air humidity: operation	5-40°C / 10-85% not condensing
Temperature/ air humidity: storage	0-60°C / 20-80% not condensing
Temperature/air hhumidity: transport	– 25-60°C / 20-80% not condensing
Approvals	CE, FCC class A, ICES-3

 Overview technical data A+ and X series (PDF)

1. Limitations may apply to small labels, thin materials or strong adhesives. Critical applications need to be tested.
2. The ribbon should at least correspond with the carrier material.

 Learn more on Hermes C applicators

Video: Print and apply system Hermes C with stroke applicator

Powered by YouTube. See all cab videos: cab Channel auf YouTube.
 

Download video:

• Print and apply system Hermes C with stroke applicator  (MPEG, 127,1 MB)

Play

 
Case study: Hermes C at TFL France

At TFL various chemical containers are labeled with Hermes C systems

  View video

 Read full case study

cab video tutorials Hermes C

Play

Hermes C - Replace printheads

Play

Hermes C - Cleaning printheads

Download players:

• For WMV: Windows Media Player
• For MPEG-4: VLC Player

Registration is required

Please fill in the following form and ensure that you use correct email address.

You will receive an email with a confirmation link.

First name *

Last name *

email address *

cab Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG (hereafter "cab") or its affiliated companies hereby grants you a non-exclusive, nontransferable license at no charge to use these 3-D models and the corresponding documentation according to the following terms: LICENSE GRANT - You may - install the 3-D models on your personal computers; - use and transmit the 3-D models on a network within a site; - make copies of the 3-D models in machine readable form for backup purposes; - modify the 3-D models in connection with your projects - pass on the models to third parties in connection with your projects LICENSE RESTRICTIONS - You may not: - rent, sell, transfer or grant any rights in the 3-D models or corresponding documentation without the prior, explicit written consent of cab; - remove any proprietary notices, labels, or marks on the 3-D models and corresponding documentation; - make accessible to the public - market the 3-D models as part of a product or service NATURE OF THIS AGREEMENT - This license is not a sale. Provided that you pay license fees they are in consideration of the licenses granted under this Agreement. Title and copyrights to the 3-D models, corresponding documentation, and any copy made by you, remain the property of cab or its suppliers. Failure to comply with the above restrictions shall automatically terminate this license without further notice and terminate your rights to use the 3-D models and cab shall, in addition to its other legal remedies, be entitled to its reasonable attorney fees. LIMITED WARRANTY - The 3-D models were compiled with great care and checked for accuracy. However cab can not guarantee that all data is up to date, correct and complete. Short-term technical changes are possible at any time. CAD software should only be used by trained staff. It is not a substitute for specialized testing and assessment. cab is not responsible for results on basis of these 3-D models. cab's entire liability and your exclusive remedy under this warranty will be, at the option of cab, to attempt to correct or help you around errors, to replace the 3-D models with functionally equivalent 3-D models, or to terminate this Agreement. EXCEPT FOR THE ABOVE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY, CAB MAKES AND YOU RECEIVE NO WARRANTIES, EXPLICIT, IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR IN ANY COMMUNICATION WITH YOU, AND CAB SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. CAB DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE OPERATION OF THE PROGRAM WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. Some states do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties so the above exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY - IN NO EVENT WILL CAB BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA, WHILE LOADING THESE 3-D MODELS OR OTHERWISE, LOST PROFITS, COST OF COVER OR OTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF THE 3-D MODELS OR CORRESPONDING DOCUMENTATION, HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY. THIS LIMITATION WILL APPLY EVEN IF CAB HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Some states do not allow the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental, or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. If this agreement is translated into any other language than German, the German version remains the authoritative version. If any of the afore mentioned provisions should be or become ineffective, this does not affect the validity of the remaining provisions. The ineffective or invalid provision shall be replaced by the corresponding statutory ruling, unless the parties reach legally effective agreement on another solution. The same also applies to any loopholes in the contract. Accept license

Register

3D CAD models

The files are provided in STEP format, which requires CAD software. Follow this link to download a free STP Viewer:   VariCAD Viewer (External website).

Select the desired model and click on the link. A short registration follows. cab will handle your personal information as described in our Privacy statement. This information will not be accessible to any third party for marketing purposes. You will receive an email with an activation link and you can download the models.

You need Adobe Reader to view the PDF-files.      Download current version of Adobe Reader

Here you can download firmware, drivers and software. Documentation on label software, printers programming and administration as well as integration of cab printers into SAP systems:
 Label software
 

You need Adobe Reader to view the PDF-files.      Download current version of Adobe Reader