Patent ID: 8156716
Filing Date: 2012-04-17
Classification: B65C

Abstract:
1. A labeling device for handling labels in a container labeling machine, said labeling device comprising: a drum element that is journaled for rotation in a carrier arrangement and that is configured to be powered for rotation about a drum axis; at least one vacuum channel that is configured in said drum element and opens into a vacuum opening; a rotary distributor or vacuum distributor for connecting said at least one vacuum channel configured in said drum element with a vacuum source; said rotary distributor or vacuum distributor comprises at least one first sealing surface at a first distributor element that does not rotate with said drum element, and at least one second sealing surface provided at said drum element for a sealing position against said first sealing surface; and wherein said first distributor element which forms said first sealing surface is made of a first material of construction which has a higher heat conductivity than a second material of which is made said second sealing surface of a portion at said drum element.