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The Future of Screen Printing for Printed Electronics

12 May 2023
Virtual Workshop

Discover the Future of Screen Printing at TechBlick's Exclusive Event


Join us for a unique workshop discussing the present and the future of screen printed electronics, the workhorse of the industry and the ever green technology that never ceases to improve.


We have designed this workshop bringing to you over 100 years of experience because we believe that screen printing remains the most important manufacturing technology in printed electronics. More importantly though because we believe that screen printing is a team sports where future advances are only possible through a close collaboration of all the key stakeholders. This is why this event is centred around discussions, networkings, and Q&As.

 

This essential gathering highlights the latest innovations in all aspects of screen printing in various applications and enables one-on-one speed networking with the participants from around the world.  


Crucially, this event brings you a panel of industry experience with a combined experience level in excess of 100 years in the industry. This will be a fantastic opportunity to discuss challenges, opportunities and solutions in the industry.


This workshop is co-located togher with our panel on In-Mold Electronics. You can learn more about this panel here. The agenda and timing below show the combined agenda. 


Industry Survey + Discount: To guide us to ask the most pressing industry questions, we invite you to fill out this brief survery and reserve your seat.  As a thank you, we will offer you a 200 Euro discount coupon


Outline of the Programme (detailed agenda can be found below)


InMold Electronics (IME) Panel: As part of the combined programme, first there will be a panel discussion on IME or InMold Electronics. More detailed can be found here. The panelists include Pröll GmbH, Covestro, Panacol, MacDermid, and TactoTek, representing various aspects of the IME technology. 


State-of-the-Art Talks: Discover advances in screen printing in various applications. Speakers thus far include


  • Peter Wolf from Suzhou Maxwell Technologies Co., Ltd. outlining the latest developments in screen printing in photovoltaics (PERC, HJT and IBC PVs)


  • Peter Ersman from RISE Research Institute of Sweden


  • Daniel Gilsdorf from SEFAR will outline innovations in screen making technologies, especially to support fineline screen printing.


Speed Networking Session: Meet and engage with industry players through a series of private 5-minute video calls, expanding your network globally from the comfort of your desk.


Expert Panel, Live Q&A, and Interaction: Curated by Mr. Fernando Zicarelli, this distinguished panel brings together world-class experts in screen printing for an interactive and insightful discussion.


The panelists bring a combined industry experience of more than 100 years. They include:


  • Ron Hayden from RH Solutions LLC with a focus on Screen Printing and Auxiliary Equipment


  • David Eisenbeiss from Kissel + Wolf Group with a focus on emulsion Technology, including the latest Laser Imaging developments


  • Fernando Zicarelli from Fernando's Consulting (formerly at Asada Mesh) with a focus on Mesh Technology and Tooling


  • Erika Rebrosova from Sun Chemical with a focus on functional ink technology  


  • Julie Ferrigno from e2ip focusing on on applications for fineline screen printing


Each panelist will provide a 7-minute overview of their expertise, current state-of-the-art technology, and future developments. 


This is followed by a panel discussion about the toughest challenges for the technology. The audience will have a chance to ask the panellist targeted questions related to the challenges faced in their own areas.


There will also be an open discussion about the future challenges facing the industry. The aim of the meeting is open discussion and active engagement facilitated by our experts.


Some of the topics which will be addressed include

  1. What feature sizes is the Printed Electronics Industry looking to achieve? We will circulate a survery in advance for this purpose

  2. What sizes could be achieved in Mass production with the current Screen, Paste, Substrate and Equipment?

  3. Is LIT (Laser Imaging Technology) the future of Screen Manufacturing Technology?  What are the current capabilities?

  4. What type of Printing Equipment is necessary for Materials testing (Substrate and Pastes)?  How about a pilot line?

  5. Should there be more studies done about the interactions between Substrate and Paste?

  6. Should the focus of Paste Technology move towards Copper or Carbon Inks?  Paper or Bio-plastic materials?

  7. How do we train the future generations?  Is Academia willing to help with this issue?  Private Companies?

Finally, an open discussion will address the future challenges and opportunities facing the industry. The goal of this meeting is to encourage open dialogue and active engagement, facilitated by our distinguished experts.


Do NOT miss this chance to participate in this event. This is the place to learn and together advance screen printing further. 



2pm - 6pm

CET:

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Leading global speakers include:
Tactotek
RISE Research Institute of Sweden
Pröll GmbH
e2ip
Panacol-Elosol GmbH
Covestro
Kissel + Kiwo Group
Sun Chemical Corp
Leader
e2ip
Suzhou Maxwell Technologies
RH Solutions LLC
MacDermid Alpha
Sefar

Full Agenda

The times below is Central European Times (CET).

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12 May 2023

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InMold Structural Electronics Workshop

Friday

2:00 PM

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Khasha Ghaffarzadeh

CEO

The panelists include:

Antti Keränen, CTO of Tactotek focusing on status of IME process and roadblocks to commercialization

Dirk Pophusen from Covestro focusing on status, challenges, and open questions for IME substrates [film aspects]

Marius Nolte Covestro focusing on status, challenges, and open questions for IME substrates [resin aspects]

Rahul Raut from MacDermid focusing on Ink portfolio challenges and status for complex IME products

Robert Boks from Panacol-Elosol GmbH focusing on status and challenges of component attached in IME environment and on 3D shapes

Hans-Peter Erfurt from Proell GmbH covering "From Insert Molding to InMold Electronics: Challenges & Opportunities"

InMold Structural Electronics Workshop

2:00 PM

The panelists include:

Antti Keränen, CTO of Tactotek focusing on status of IME process and roadblocks to commercialization

Dirk Pophusen from Covestro focusing on status, challenges, and open questions for IME substrates [film aspects]

Marius Nolte Covestro focusing on status, challenges, and open questions for IME substrates [resin aspects]

Rahul Raut from MacDermid focusing on Ink portfolio challenges and status for complex IME products

Robert Boks from Panacol-Elosol GmbH focusing on status and challenges of component attached in IME environment and on 3D shapes

Hans-Peter Erfurt from Proell GmbH covering "From Insert Molding to InMold Electronics: Challenges & Opportunities"

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12 May 2023

Tactotek

[Panelist | InMold Electronics] - status of IME process and roadblocks to commercialization

Friday

2:07 PM

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Antti Keränen

CTO & Co-Founder

Talk Demo

[Panelist | InMold Electronics] - status of IME process and roadblocks to commercialization

2:07 PM

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12 May 2023

MacDermid Alpha

[Panelist | InMold Electronics] Ink portfolio challenges and status for complex IME products

Friday

2.14 PM

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Rahul Raut

Director, Strategy & Technology

Talk Demo

[Panelist | InMold Electronics] Ink portfolio challenges and status for complex IME products

2.14 PM

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Panacol-Elosol GmbH

[Panelist | InMold Electronics] - “Bonding of electronic components for injection molding electronics processes

Friday

2:21PM

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Robert Boks

Director Global Business Development

Talk Demo

During the last years more and more attention is given to so called injection molded electronic (IME) components. It saves weight, decreases the number of parts, contributes to the automotive interior lighting trend and even has a much lower CO2 footprint.
The whole production process starts with a foil onto which components must be electrically contacted by conductive adhesives. Soldering is no option as the melting temperature of solder paste conflicts with the temperature resistance of for example PC or PMMA foils. This is where adhesive technology comes into the game; low temperature curing is the right track – flexible electrically conductive materials are nice to have and curing speed is relevant as injection molding is one of the following steps in the production process.
Having over 10 years of experience on adhesive development for this industry, I am excited that Techblick offers a platform for learning and discussions. I see this as a great step towards their live event “the future of electronics” in Berlin later this year.

[Panelist | InMold Electronics] - “Bonding of electronic components for injection molding electronics processes

2:21PM

During the last years more and more attention is given to so called injection molded electronic (IME) components. It saves weight, decreases the number of parts, contributes to the automotive interior lighting trend and even has a much lower CO2 footprint.
The whole production process starts with a foil onto which components must be electrically contacted by conductive adhesives. Soldering is no option as the melting temperature of solder paste conflicts with the temperature resistance of for example PC or PMMA foils. This is where adhesive technology comes into the game; low temperature curing is the right track – flexible electrically conductive materials are nice to have and curing speed is relevant as injection molding is one of the following steps in the production process.
Having over 10 years of experience on adhesive development for this industry, I am excited that Techblick offers a platform for learning and discussions. I see this as a great step towards their live event “the future of electronics” in Berlin later this year.

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12 May 2023

Covestro

[Panelist | InMold Electronics] - status, challenges, and open questions for IME substrates [TBC]

Friday

2:28 PM

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Dirk Pophusen

Global Segment Manager

Talk Demo

[Panelist | InMold Electronics] - status, challenges, and open questions for IME substrates [TBC]

2:28 PM

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12 May 2023

Covestro

[Panelist | InMold Electronics] - status, challenges, and open questions for IME substrates [TBC]

Friday

2:28 PM

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Marius Nolte

Technical Marketing Manager

Talk Demo

[Panelist | InMold Electronics] - status, challenges, and open questions for IME substrates [TBC]

2:28 PM

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12 May 2023

Pröll GmbH

[Panelist | InMold Electronics] - From Insert Molding to InMold Electronics: IMD/FIM Technology + Printed Electronics

Friday

2.35PM

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Hans-Peter Erfurt

IMD Manager, R&D

Talk Demo

- Choosing the appropriate black between carbon-free & carbon-containing blacks
- Non-conductive black and silver shades for functional panels and displays
- Strategies to choose the most suitable layer construction in IME
- Advantages of screen printing versus other printing techniques
- Highly resistant, tactile protective screen printing lacquers for first surface decoration
- Second surface ink layer combinations, with optimized climate & hydrolyses resistance and improved interlayer cohesion

[Panelist | InMold Electronics] - From Insert Molding to InMold Electronics: IMD/FIM Technology + Printed Electronics

2.35PM

- Choosing the appropriate black between carbon-free & carbon-containing blacks
- Non-conductive black and silver shades for functional panels and displays
- Strategies to choose the most suitable layer construction in IME
- Advantages of screen printing versus other printing techniques
- Highly resistant, tactile protective screen printing lacquers for first surface decoration
- Second surface ink layer combinations, with optimized climate & hydrolyses resistance and improved interlayer cohesion

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12 May 2023

Q&A Panel

Q&A Panel

Friday

2:42 PM

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Khasha Ghaffarzadeh

Talk Demo

Q&A Panel

2:42 PM

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12 May 2023

SPEED DATING!

Round-Robin Speed Dating

Friday

3:30 PM

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Round-Robin Speed Dating

Participate in a round-robin speed dating session, where you'll engage in 6-minute one-on-one video conversations with another randmoly-assigned attendee before moving on to the next person. This effective approach allows you to meet potential partners and establish lasting relationships, all in a short span of time

Round-Robin Speed Dating

3:30 PM

Participate in a round-robin speed dating session, where you'll engage in 6-minute one-on-one video conversations with another randmoly-assigned attendee before moving on to the next person. This effective approach allows you to meet potential partners and establish lasting relationships, all in a short span of time

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12 May 2023

RISE Research Institute of Sweden

[Talk] The rise of screen printed electronics: components, systems and applications

Friday

4.15PM

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Peter Andersson Ersman

Senior Scientist, Project Manager

RISE Research Institutes of Sweden develops a broad range of printed electronic components and systems on flexible substrates, most often by solely using screen printing for the deposition of the materials. Electrochromic displays, organic electrochemical transistors and sensors are all examples of components in which improved performance and high manufacturing yield recently have been demonstrated, thereby allowing for further utilization within flexible electronics upon system integration. The presentation provides an overview of this development: device architectures, materials, screen printing processes, system integration, device characterization and application areas.

[Talk] The rise of screen printed electronics: components, systems and applications

4.15PM

RISE Research Institutes of Sweden develops a broad range of printed electronic components and systems on flexible substrates, most often by solely using screen printing for the deposition of the materials. Electrochromic displays, organic electrochemical transistors and sensors are all examples of components in which improved performance and high manufacturing yield recently have been demonstrated, thereby allowing for further utilization within flexible electronics upon system integration. The presentation provides an overview of this development: device architectures, materials, screen printing processes, system integration, device characterization and application areas.

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12 May 2023

Sefar

[Talk] Innovations in screen making technologies, especially to support fineline screen printing [TBC]

Friday

4.35PM

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Daniel Gilsdorf

Vice President Sales

[Talk] Innovations in screen making technologies, especially to support fineline screen printing [TBC]

4.35PM

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Suzhou Maxwell Technologies

[Talk] Latest developments in screen printing in photovoltaics (PERC, HJT and IBC PVs)

Friday

4.55PM

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Peter Wolf

VP Sales Overseas

[Talk] Latest developments in screen printing in photovoltaics (PERC, HJT and IBC PVs)

4.55PM

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Meet the Speaker

Meet the Speaker

Friday

5.15PM

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Meet the Speaker

5.15PM

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12 May 2023

e2ip

The Future of Screen Printing for Printed Electronics Panel

Friday

5:35PM

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Fernando Zicarelli

Product Manager of Printed Electronics

Curated by Mr. Fernando Zicarelli, this distinguished panel brings together world-class experts in screen printing for an interactive and insightful discussion.

The panelists bring a combined industry experience of more than 100 years. They include:

Ron Hayden from RH Solutions LLC with a focus on Screen Printing and Auxiliary Equipment

David Eisenbeiss from Kissel + Wolf Group with a focus on emulsion Technology, including the latest Laser Imaging developments

Fernando Zicarelli from Fernando's Consulting (formerly at Asada Mesh) with a focus on Mesh Technology and Tooling

Erika Rebrosova from Sun Chemical with a focus on functional ink technology

Julie Ferrigno from e2ip focusing on on applications for fineline screen printing

A review of the different materials meshes being used in the Screen Printing Industry from synthetic to metallic. Fernando will give us his opinion on their capabilities and his own experiences using them.

The Future of Screen Printing for Printed Electronics Panel

5:35PM

Curated by Mr. Fernando Zicarelli, this distinguished panel brings together world-class experts in screen printing for an interactive and insightful discussion.

The panelists bring a combined industry experience of more than 100 years. They include:

Ron Hayden from RH Solutions LLC with a focus on Screen Printing and Auxiliary Equipment

David Eisenbeiss from Kissel + Wolf Group with a focus on emulsion Technology, including the latest Laser Imaging developments

Fernando Zicarelli from Fernando's Consulting (formerly at Asada Mesh) with a focus on Mesh Technology and Tooling

Erika Rebrosova from Sun Chemical with a focus on functional ink technology

Julie Ferrigno from e2ip focusing on on applications for fineline screen printing

A review of the different materials meshes being used in the Screen Printing Industry from synthetic to metallic. Fernando will give us his opinion on their capabilities and his own experiences using them.

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12 May 2023

Sun Chemical Corp

[Panelist | Future of Screen Printing] Functional Ink Technologies

Friday

5.42PM

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Erika Rebrosova

Global Technology Manager

Talk Demo

Erika will discuss the state-of-art status of functional inks for electronics manufacturing, with the focus on key benefits and challenges for electronic materials. The emerging printed electronics applications, for example transparent electronics, printed sensors, wearables for wellness and healthcare, and 3D formable and stretchable circuits, are presenting opportunities for ink technology innovation. The talk will summarize the most recent advances in inks for these emerging applications in electronics.

[Panelist | Future of Screen Printing] Functional Ink Technologies

5.42PM

Erika will discuss the state-of-art status of functional inks for electronics manufacturing, with the focus on key benefits and challenges for electronic materials. The emerging printed electronics applications, for example transparent electronics, printed sensors, wearables for wellness and healthcare, and 3D formable and stretchable circuits, are presenting opportunities for ink technology innovation. The talk will summarize the most recent advances in inks for these emerging applications in electronics.

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12 May 2023

RH Solutions LLC

[Panelist | Future of Screen Printing] Exploring Levels of Screen Printing Machines, Auxiliary Equipment and High Precision Automation

Friday

5.49PM

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Ron Hayden

Owner

Talk Demo

This podcast segment covers various levels of automated ATMA and SPS screen printing machines, auxiliary equipment, and options specifically designed for printed electronics and a wide range of high-end functional applications. Here I will highlight automated machines/ equipment for R&D Labs (academic and new product developments), Pilot Lines, and Production Lines. Some of these screen printing machines will feature High Precision Fully Automatic CCD Camera Registration for Flatbed Presses and Roll to Roll Screen Printing Lines. With integrating CCD Cameras and Auto-Alignment technology print accuracy is ≤ 20 microns. Lastly, I will introduce the latest new four-post SPS ASTRON QX series Cylinder Press which is fully servo driven and equipped with CCD camera image registration.

[Panelist | Future of Screen Printing] Exploring Levels of Screen Printing Machines, Auxiliary Equipment and High Precision Automation

5.49PM

This podcast segment covers various levels of automated ATMA and SPS screen printing machines, auxiliary equipment, and options specifically designed for printed electronics and a wide range of high-end functional applications. Here I will highlight automated machines/ equipment for R&D Labs (academic and new product developments), Pilot Lines, and Production Lines. Some of these screen printing machines will feature High Precision Fully Automatic CCD Camera Registration for Flatbed Presses and Roll to Roll Screen Printing Lines. With integrating CCD Cameras and Auto-Alignment technology print accuracy is ≤ 20 microns. Lastly, I will introduce the latest new four-post SPS ASTRON QX series Cylinder Press which is fully servo driven and equipped with CCD camera image registration.

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12 May 2023

Kissel + Kiwo Group

[Panelist | Future of Screen Printing] Emulsion Technology Including The Newest Laser Imaging Developments

Friday

5.56PM

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David Eisenbeiss

Owner

Talk Demo

[Panelist | Future of Screen Printing] Emulsion Technology Including The Newest Laser Imaging Developments

5.56PM

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12 May 2023

e2ip

[Panelist | Future of Screen Printing] Applications for Fine Line Printing:

Friday

6.03PM

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Julie Ferringo

Engineer - Printed Electronics Industry

Talk Demo

Fine conductive lines are an indispensable element in the production of electronic devices, and their versatility makes them valuable in a variety of applications. This presentation will explore the various applications that leverage the use of fine conductive lines in the printing industry. Specifically, the discussion will focus on potential applications, such as 5G Smart Surfaces, printed heaters, and capacitive touch technology.

[Panelist | Future of Screen Printing] Applications for Fine Line Printing:

6.03PM

Fine conductive lines are an indispensable element in the production of electronic devices, and their versatility makes them valuable in a variety of applications. This presentation will explore the various applications that leverage the use of fine conductive lines in the printing industry. Specifically, the discussion will focus on potential applications, such as 5G Smart Surfaces, printed heaters, and capacitive touch technology.

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12 May 2023

Q& A Panel

Q&A Panel

Friday

6:10 PM

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Q&A Panel

6:10 PM

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12 May 2023

SPEED DATING!

Round-Robin Speed Dating

Friday

6.55PM

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Talk Demo

Participate in a round-robin speed dating session, where you'll engage in 6-minute one-on-one video conversations with another randmoly-assigned attendee before moving on to the next person. This effective approach allows you to meet potential partners and establish lasting relationships, all in a short span of time

Round-Robin Speed Dating

6.55PM

Participate in a round-robin speed dating session, where you'll engage in 6-minute one-on-one video conversations with another randmoly-assigned attendee before moving on to the next person. This effective approach allows you to meet potential partners and establish lasting relationships, all in a short span of time

Watch Demo Video
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