Driving Innovation: Henkel Spotlights Self-Regulating PTC Heaters and More at LOPEC 2024

In combination with silver and dielectric inks, Henkel’s Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) technology enables the screen printing of self-regulating foil heaters.

(IN BRIEF) Henkel, a leading provider of printed electronics materials, is set to showcase its latest innovations at the LOPEC trade show. They will unveil their functional materials tailored for smart surfaces, healthcare, and connectivity applications. The focus will be on advancements in smart surface heating technology, including self-regulating Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heaters. Additionally, Henkel will spotlight its expanding material portfolio for smart healthcare and antenna applications, addressing market challenges and exploring next-generation applications in printed electronics. They are also fostering future talent through an open innovation challenge for university students, with the winning idea to be showcased at LOPEC.

(PRESS RELEASE) DÜSSELDORF, 29-Feb-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Henkel (ETR: HEN3), a German chemical and consumer goods company as well as a leading provider of printed electronics materials, is set to showcase its latest innovations at the upcoming LOPEC trade show on March 6 and 7 in Munich. At booth 607 in hall B0, Henkel will unveil its extensive portfolio of functional materials tailored for smart surfaces, healthcare, and connectivity applications. Through live demonstrations and expert presentations, the company will underscore its commitment to advancing the field of printed electronics in collaboration with its ecosystem of partners.

Expanding Horizons in Smart Surface Technology

During LOPEC 2024, Henkel will introduce groundbreaking advancements in smart surface heating technology, catering to diverse markets including automotive, medical, industrial, and consumer connectivity. With a focus on self-regulating Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heaters, Henkel’s innovative portfolio offers versatile material solutions ideal for various smart healthcare and surface technologies. These cutting-edge solutions, featuring a combination of conductive silver ink and PTC inks, deliver uniform heating while mitigating the risk of overheating, ensuring enhanced safety and reliability across applications.

“As the leading international platform for printed electronics, LOPEC brings together all relevant global players from research to application,” said Stijn Gillissen, Head of Printed Electronics at Henkel. “This year, we will showcase our expertise with various material innovations and a special focus on self-regulating PTC heaters. We will also demonstrate our partnership network across different industrial markets as we strongly believe that close collaborations are key for future innovations.”

Driving Innovation in Healthcare and Connectivity

Henkel will also spotlight its expanding material portfolio for smart healthcare and antenna applications, presenting wearables, heaters, and innovative antenna solutions for medical and 5G connectivity applications. Through interactive demonstrations and expert consultations, the company aims to address market challenges and explore next-generation applications in printed electronics, with a keen focus on sustainability and performance.

Empowering Future Innovators

In addition to its product showcases, Henkel also supports education initiatives. In collaboration with OE-A, the company initiated an open innovation challenge for university students. Using Henkel´s Qhesive Solutions Sensor INKxperience Kit, students at partnering universities have been invited to develop and prototype an innovative idea for a printed electronics application in the smart living or mobility market. The winning idea will be unveiled at LOPEC 2024, highlighting the creativity and ingenuity of emerging innovators in the field.

“Henkel is passionate about education initiatives, and we are proud to have the opportunity to partner with the OE-A in this innovation challenge and be part of the jury panel in selecting the winner,” added Stijn Gillissen.

“LOPEC is the ideal platform to showcase and award the creative ideas for printed electronics applications provided by the students. It was exciting to see how the student groups went from written product concept to a functional prototype, with a clear emphasis on the collection of meaningful data,” described Juanita Rueda E., Junior Market Strategy Manager for Henkel Printed Electronics.

Connect with Henkel at LOPEC 2024

Join Henkel at LOPEC 2024 on March 6 and 7 at booth 607 in hall B0 to discover the latest advancements in printed electronics and explore future possibilities in smart surfaces, healthcare, and connectivity. For more information, contact printed.electronics@henkel.com or visit the Henkel booth during the event.

Media contact:

Sebastian Hinz
Adhesive Technologies
Media Relations
Headquarters, Düsseldorf/Germany
+49-211-797-8594
press@henkel.com

SOURCE: Henkel AG & Co. KGaA

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