When The Macallan Distillery marked their 200th anniversary, they wanted packaging that was as exceptional as their whisky. Designing the special edition’s complex and delicate labelling wasn’t just a task — it was an art. And that’s where IC Filling Systems came in.
We provided a custom-built linear labeller, engineered specifically to handle the fragile glass without causing any damage during transit inside the labeller.
We also designed the system with flexibility in mind, preparing 3 stations with 3 additional positions for future expansion, resulting in a total of 6 stations (check out the layout diagram below!).
Our goal? To create a versatile unit capable of handling other specialist projects in the future.
Tolerances of 1.5mm for label positioning…
Precision was key. The project required extreme accuracy—tolerances of just 1.5mm — to apply small self-adhesive labels onto a metal ring pre-mounted on the bottle (take a look at the photo!). To make it happen, The Macallan called on our Scottish and Italian teams to collaborate closely with their technical experts.
A year in development…
We had already worked successfully with the Edrington team before, providing a flexible linear bottling and labelling system for the USA. For this anniversary project, it took about a year from start to finish — a challenging yet rewarding journey — and it coincided with our own milestone: IC Filling Systems’ 30th anniversary.
This collaboration is a testament to what’s possible when innovation, craftsmanship, and expertise come together.
Want to know more about The Macallan’s 200-year celebration? [Check out their story here.]
Are you working on a special labelling project? We’d love to help. Reach out to Sales Director Marco Solferini to discuss how we can bring your vision to life!
VIDEO OF LABELLER AT THE MACALLEN
