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Burckhardt of Switzerland and R.K.Texparts enter partnership
Burckhardt of Switzerland AG, the Swiss market leader in perforation and fibrillation in the field of technical textiles and plastic film processing, with a strong global distribution network, and Indian manufacturer R.K.Texparts announce the launch of a strategic partnership. The aim of the collaboration is to offer customers worldwide a broader product range, even more […]
New Engel Knife Holder website with intelligent product configurator
The new Engel Knife Holder website is now live. With a modern design and a clear structure, the platform offers customers significantly improved access to the complete product portfolio. Step-by-step guide A key highlight is the new product configurator, which guides users step by step to the most suitable knife holders and matching blades. By […]
LOPEC 2026: Where vision meets series production
Thinner, lighter, more sustainable: Printed electronics has long since left the laboratory and is redefining mass markets from mobility to healthcare. Anyone who wants to know which machines are increasing efficiency today and which trends will dominate business models tomorrow should make sure to visit Munich at the end of February. A look at the […]
Henkel Printed Electronics – Material innovation at the core
At LOPEC 2026 in Munich, Henkel Printed Electronics will place materials firmly at the centre of printed electronics innovation. As a leading material and ink supplier, Henkel is using this year’s event to clearly refocus its message on what it delivers to customers: advanced material formulation, high-performance inks, and the expertise required to turn material […]
VTT and PrintoCent industry partners join LOPEC 2026
VTT and PrintoCent industry partners are joining LOPEC, the world’s leading exhibition and conference for flexible, organic and printed electronics. Every year, the leading players from application to research meet in Munich, Germany. The event will be held from 24–26 February. Exhibiting at booth B0.606 VTT is a world-class R&D partner in printed, flexible and […]
The Voice of Flextronics | Start-ups at LOPEC
Auf der LOPEC sind Start-ups mehr als nur eine Ergänzung – sie sind eine treibende Kraft für Innovationen im Bereich der gedruckten und flexiblen Elektronik. In dieser Folge von „The Voice of Flextronics“ sprechen wir mit Armin Wittmann, Messeleiter der LOPEC, und John Fahlteich, CEO von KETMarket, darüber, wie junge Unternehmen auf der Veranstaltung aktiv unterstützt werden und warum der LOPEC Startup Award zu einem wichtigen Highlight des Programms geworden ist.
Von der Technologie zur Marktwirkung
Das Gespräch befasst sich damit, wie Start-ups von vielversprechenden Technologien zu realen Marktanwendungen gelangen. John Fahlteich gibt Einblicke in die Rolle von offener Innovation, branchenübergreifender Zusammenarbeit und Mentoring, um Start-ups dabei zu helfen, sowohl ihren technischen Fokus als auch ihre Geschäftsmodelle zu schärfen. Armin Wittmann erklärt, wie die LOPEC eine einzigartige physische Plattform bietet, auf der diese Verbindungen Gestalt annehmen können.
Über Pitches und Preise hinaus befasst sich die Folge mit dem, was Investoren und Industriepartner wirklich suchen: klare Wertversprechen, realistische Markteinführungsstrategien und ein ausgeprägtes Verständnis für die Bedürfnisse der Kunden. Die beiden Award-Kategorien – Business Impact und Technological Impact – spiegeln diesen doppelten Fokus wider.
Ausblick auf die LOPEC 2026
Abschließend geben beide Gäste ihren persönlichen Ausblick auf die LOPEC 2026, von neuen Anwendungsbereichen bis hin zur anhaltenden Bedeutung der Förderung junger Talente. Ein Gespräch über Chancen, Sichtbarkeit und den langen Weg von der Innovation zum kommerziellen Erfolg.
Interview with Thorsten Kuhlmann from Somatec
1. Connecting Professionals
Networking is our bread and butter. We connect people and companies from all parts of the supply chains of the industries we serve and thus make a significant contribution to their success. We not only know our industries on a technological level, but also know what makes the people behind the machines tick and what really moves them.
2. Multi-channel communication
Print media continues to be highly relevant for our specialist audience. At the same time, more and more digital media formats are being developed, which are being introduced by providers of specialised media with very different levels of success. When it comes to our digital platforms, we always focus on the formats that really suit our target groups! In addition to the “classic” online news, these are primarily podcasts, video reports, webinars and email newsletters. For our social media activities, we rely entirely on LinkedIn, where we can reach the relevant people and target groups for our media brands in a targeted manner.
3. Global presence, special events
By travelling to trade fairs, conferences and industry events around the world, we always have our finger on the pulse of the industries we serve. We believe in the “magic” of personal contacts and cultivate these as often as possible. In addition, we offer our own face-to-face and online events that enable in-depth networking in a more intimate atmosphere. Internal and external experts who speak at our events should always offer real added value, beyond sales presentations and “empty business-speak”!
4. Fundamental Values
As a company, we stand up for democracy, human rights and freedom of the press. We want all people to be treated equally regardless of gender, sexual identity, skin colour, origin, religion and age. We are firmly opposed to racism and anti-Semitism and reject extremism of any kind.
5. Sustainability
We recognise our responsibility to do our part to curb man-made climate change and develop constructive solutions for a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future. On a journalistic level, we accompany “green” innovations in the sectors we serve with a critical distance. We reject “greenwashing”. As a company, we include sustainability aspects in all investment decisions and favour climate-neutral means of transport for business trips whenever possible.