Epishine, a Swedish pioneer in printed organic solar cells, works with tesa, a global manufacturer of adhesive tapes and self-adhesive product solutions, to develop durable and more sustainable solutions for next-generation electronics. Together, the companies enable self-powered devices that eliminate the need for disposable batteries, meeting the growing demand for more sustainable innovations in IoT, consumer electronics, and retail applications. The collaboration combines Epishine’s advancements in organic photovoltaics with tesa’s long-term expertise in adhesive technologies to create reliable, scalable solutions for printed electronics.
Empowering high-performing printed electronic applications
tesa’s adhesive solutions enable reliable and efficient production processes for next-generation printed electronics. Whether integrating printed solar cells, flexible sensors, or interactive displays, these advanced adhesive solutions ensure seamless assembly, durability, and protection. Designed to meet evolving industry standards, the tapes safeguard sensitive components from environmental stress, wear, and contamination. By enhancing performance and enabling more sustainable, scalable manufacturing, tesa empowers customers to develop innovative, high-performing printed electronic applications for the future.
“Developing organic and printed electronics is challenging, especially when it comes to selecting encapsulation adhesives to prevent chemical or mechanical ingress and cross talk. tesa’s range of adhesives and expertise enable us to reliably manufacture high function components with efficient high-speed production,“ said Jonas Bergqvist, CTO at Epishine.
Focusing on debondable solutions
From prototype to production, tesa’s specialised adhesive solutions optimise manufacturing processes, ensuring efficient and reliable assembly of printed electronics. One example is tesa Bond & Detach: The technology enables secure yet removable bonding, allowing for easy rework, repair, and recycling—a key advantage for more sustainable and cost-efficient production. This innovative solution ensures strong adhesion while enabling clean removal without residue, making it ideal for integrating flexible solar cells into electronic shelf labels (ESLs), remote controls, and IoT sensors.
“The cooperation with Epishine exemplifies how more sustainable innovation can transform industries by making electronics cost-efficient and scalable, and it promotes circular economy. By combining our advanced adhesive technologies with Epishine’s solar cells, we’re creating solutions that address both the energy and environmental challenges of today’s electronics,” says Boris Kawa, Head of New Business Development at tesa.