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22. September 2026

EDAG strengthens expertise in TactoTek’s IMSE Ecosystem

TactoTek, the pioneer of In-Mould Structural Electronics (IMSE), has signed a technology licensing agreement with the EDAG Group, a globally leading independent engineering service provider with approximately 8,000 employees across more than 70 locations worldwide. Under the agreement, EDAG will apply IMSE technology across its global engineering services to advance the development and industrialisation of […]

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Feature

Hamamatsu Photonics – Rising interest in laser technology for thermal surface activation

In recent years, laser surface treatment has gained popularity due to their efficiency and effectiveness. Today, laser applications in manufacturing are numerous. Building on these established techniques, new thermal laser processes are emerging that activate surfaces before the application of glues or adhesive films. This growing interest stems from laser process development, improved system integration […]

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17. September 2026 |

Companies & Markets

E Ink announces strategic investment in NewCopper

E Ink, a pioneer and leading global developer of ePaper technology, announced a significant early investment in NewCopper, a privately held U.S. technology startup developing conductive copper ink. The investment will establish opportunities for technical collaboration in display materials and printed electronics while supporting the development of a more localised and resilient supply chain. As […]

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15. September 2026 |

Products & Innovations

CSEM appoints MedTech entrepreneur Matthias Peterhans

After three decades of pioneering work in the field of digital health, Jens Krauss is preparing to hand over the reins at CSEM. Medtech entrepreneur Matthias Peterhans has been appointed as his successor as Vice President. He will join CSEM on 1 November 2026 and take up the post in the summer of 2027. The […]

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11. September 2026 |

Research

Fraunhofer ISE optimises battery cells – more energy, same weight

Together with partners from research and industry, the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE has modified the structure of battery electrodes so that the battery cells can store 10 to 15 percent more energy at the same weight. They achieved this by more than tripling the coating thickness of the battery electrodes—for example, in […]

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10. September 2026 |

Exhibitions & Events

FAPS Reliability Experience Day – From testing to lifetime prediction

As flexible and printed electronics move from prototypes into industrial products, one question is becoming increasingly important: How reliable will the product be under real-world conditions – and over its expected lifetime? This question is particularly relevant as printed and flexible electronics enter increasingly demanding applications – from automotive interiors and human-machine interfaces to medical […]

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9. September 2026 |

People & Appointments

Pragmatic Semi appoints Dr Paul James as EVP

Pragmatic Semiconductor Ltd. announced the appointment of Paul James as Executive Vice President (EVP) Manufacturing & Operations, effective immediately. Senior leadership roles Dr. James has 25 years of experience leading fab operations, technology transfers, industrialisation, and business transformation across the semiconductor sector. A PhD-trained physicist, he has held senior leadership roles spanning operations, engineering, commercial […]

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