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DuraTech’s custom IMSE® creates advanced human machine interface (HMI) solutions

IMSE manufacturing technology (also known as in mold electronics) fully integrates printed, conductive inks with in-mold decorating (IMD) to create a complete HMI solution in a single part.

IMSE solutions should ensure simple, friendly user experiences regardless of the associated product. Because when a product is engaging, easy to use and effective, its popularity, interest and market share grow exponentially.

IMSE solutions represent proven processes and technology in a different form, creating significant benefits for manufacturers in numerous industries, especially appliances, medical, HVAC and automotive. Unique, flexible IMSE solutions from DuraTech:

• Simplify and accelerate product assembly
• Feature lightweight damage-resistant construction
• Simplify the bill of materials
• Reduce total cost of ownership

DuraTech & TactoTek® — partners in advanced IMSE technology and processes

Enabling new integrations, improved manufacturing and cost savings

DuraTech is a proud partner of TactoTek, a deep-tech company that develops and promotes IMSE with more than 170 granted patents around the world. This partnership allows DuraTech to employ TactoTek’s advanced technology and processes to enhance IMSE offerings and provide manufacturers with advanced, custom IMSE solutions.

IMSE made from the strongest, longest-lasting materials

All DuraTech IMSE solutions use materials designed for optimal product performance, cost savings and manufacturing efficiency. Commonly used IMSE materials include:

• Polycarbonate
• Polyester
• Acrylics (PMMA)
• Conductive inks

Advanced, IMSE manufacturing capabilities

DuraTech IMSE creates ready-for-production components featuring:

• Encapsulated circuits, sensors and other components
• Thin, lightweight, wire-free control panels
• Extremely reliable capacitive switches with no moving parts
• Direct, understandable buttons and controls
• No crevices around buttons
• Numerous options for buttons, sliders and haptics, including:
  • Measure, zoom, pressure sensing
  • Radial button
  • Slide option
  • Wheel button
  • Detent control
  • Momentum control
  • Haptics control
  • Volume
  • Sound
  • Vibration
• Multiple styles and varied use of illumination (LED-lit icons, backlighting, light lines, large-area ambient lighting, etc.)
• A wide range of finish and color options

DuraTech IMSE manufacturing also produces less waste, making your products more environmentally friendly.

Manufacturers worldwide choose DuraTech for custom IMSE solutions

DuraTech has earned a great reputation across numerous industries for providing custom graphics solutions that exceed expectations and solve unique problems. DuraTech experts provide unparalleled solutions, customer service and customer experiences because they:

• Live and breathe custom graphics solutions
• Stay passionate about enhancing customer products and operations
• Have expertise, skills and global reach that enable exceptional value and accelerated product development