Shrink tunnels
Compare tunnel options against film, pack shape, available utilities and the required finish.
Shrink tunnels →Electric shrink tunnels
Electric Heat Shrink Tunnels for Sleeve Applicators
An electric shrink tunnel is an option for a neck band or short sleeve where steam is unavailable. Record the pack, sleeve film, required line speed, available power and ventilation. A trial should show how the band sits after cooling and whether the container or closure changes under heat. If both utilities are available, compare hot-air and steam tunnels using the same pack.
Electric tunnelHeat shrink tunnelNeck bandsBottle sleevesCompact line
Best-fit applications
Where this sleeve applicator route usually fits.
An electric tunnel should be checked against sleeve material and pack samples. It may be a good choice for simple bands, but shaped full-body sleeves may need a different tunnel route.
- Tamper-evident bands and short sleeves
- Sites without steam utilities
- Compact line layouts and lower-complexity projects
- Applications where heat exposure can be controlled safely
- Product and packaging heat sensitivity
- Sleeve material response to hot air or radiant heat
- Tunnel length, line speed and dwell time
- Airflow, guide rails and bottle stability
- Power supply and ventilation requirements
Specification checks
Details to confirm before choosing the machine.
Good sleeve applicator selection starts with the real pack, the real sleeve and the target output. The checks below help narrow the applicator, conveyor and tunnel route before a quotation is prepared.
Related pages
Compare nearby sleeve applicator options.
These pages help connect the search route to the correct machine family, application type or quotation checklist.
Steam tunnels
Review steam shrinking for shaped containers and the services required at the line.
Steam tunnels →Quote checklist
Use the checklist for pack dimensions, sleeve samples, target output and line connections.
Quote checklist →FAQ
Electric shrink tunnels questions
Can electric tunnels shrink sleeve labels?
Yes, for suitable sleeve materials and pack shapes. The final result should be confirmed with samples.
Are electric tunnels good for neck bands?
They can be a practical route for neck bands and cap seals when the band is short and the pack can tolerate the heat profile.
What causes poor results in a heat shrink tunnel?
Poor sleeve size, unstable pack transfer, too much or too little heat, insufficient dwell time and airflow imbalance can all cause defects.
Project support
Send container, sleeve and output details for a practical shortlist.
Lancing can review the pack format, sleeve material, target speed, tunnel route and line layout before recommending a sleeve applicator configuration.