At LOPEC, Henkel presented innovations for end applications of printed electronics in various markets. Functional material solutions for smart surfaces, intelligent healthcare and smart connectivity were presented. In addition, Henkel experts presented a novel sustainability concept to drive innovation in printed electronics.
‘As the leading international platform for printed electronics, LOPEC brings together all relevant global players from research to application,’ explained Stijn Gillissen, Head of Printed Electronics at Henkel. ‘In addition to presenting demo components and material samples for various applications and showcasing our wide-ranging partnerships, LOPEC is the ideal opportunity for us to discuss market challenges, such as the growing need for sustainable solutions. Therefore, we will present our new sustainability concept that combines innovative technologies with environmentally sound practices to define a new standard for sustainability in the printed electronics of the future.’ Henkel is recognised as a leading supplier of materials for printed electronics. The Loctite portfolio of functional materials includes conductive inks and coatings as well as resistive and dielectric inks.
Sustainability initiative with new conductive inks
In the field of printed electronics, Henkel emphasised this commitment with various well-designed demonstration objects that highlight the practical application of sustainable principles. Examples were presented of how innovations can shape a sustainable future for the industry. To this end, Henkel presented innovative and highly conductive silver inks based on recycled silver as a raw material.
Material formulation and application development
In addition, Henkel presented functional material innovations for printed electronics solutions in various industrial applications at the show. This included a materials portfolio for key industries such as connectivity, mobility and healthcare with various demonstration parts and material samples for smart surfaces, smart healthcare and antenna solutions. Henkel also showcased new products, including highly conductive silver inks, a silver-plated copper ink and a new PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) ink. In addition to the material solution portfolio for printed electronics, Henkel also highlighted development capabilities supported by a broad partner network. The focus was on solutions for wearables, printed heating elements and innovative pad printing antenna solutions using the pad printing process. In addition, the company is continuously developing printed electronics solutions for 5G connectivity.
Henkel
With its Adhesive Technologies business sector, Henkel is the global market leader in adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. With Consumer Brands, the company is the global leader in detergents and household cleaners in many markets and categories. Henkel has a tradition of sustainable action with concrete goals. Henkel was founded in 1876, pursues clear sustainability strategies and currently employs around 48,000 people worldwide.
