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DuraTech’s IME: Dependability Through 4 Quality Tests
“Just how robust is your IME process?”We hear this question with increasing frequency. It’s a valid query. In-mold electronics (IME) technology is growing rapidly due to the attributes it offers engineers in designing 3D, smooth, decorative and easily cleaned surfaces with integrated capacitive touch, lighting, haptic feedback and antennas. IME also offers advantages in the reduction of… May 21, 2024
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Enhance Your Home with Capacitive Touch Technology
What is capacitive touch?Capacitive touch, commonly known as cap touch, is a feature of in-mold structural electronics (IMSE) that is used in touchscreens and other touch-sensitive surfaces. At its core, capacitive touch relies on the electrical properties of the human body to detect and respond to a user’s touch. This technology is gaining immense popularity, particularly among… March 7, 2024
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What You Need to Make Your Smart Products Attract Attention
In the ever-evolving environment of technology and innovation, those in the functional electronics industry are confronted with the need to not only keep pace but to stand out among competition. As we dive into the world of in-mold structural electronics (IMSE®), also referred to as in-mold electronics (IME), it is clear that improving the customer experience… February 20, 2024
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Printed Heaters: Innovative Heating Solutions
Printed heaters, born from printed electronics (PE), represent a revolutionary solution to age-old heating challenges. They offer durability, customization and space-savings, addressing the challenges experienced in traditional heating methods. This innovation is transforming heating solutions across various industries, promising a future where flexibility and efficiency join to meet the world’s heating needs. What are printed… October 23, 2023
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DuraTech is Helping to Shape the New Frontier in Flexible Electronics
Interest and demand for flexible electronics continues to skyrocket among industries and consumers alike. From stretchable electronics for medical sensors to consumer electronic wearables and heated apparel, the flexible electronics market is expected to surpass $61 billion by 2030, according to some reports. While the technology exists to produce products like heated garments, significant challenges… September 5, 2023
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Empowered Team Members Improve Process
At DuraTech, we view our Team Members as our greatest asset. We recognize that our success is due to the talent and innovative thinking of our Team Members. And, we make a point to empower our Team Members and give them every opportunity to offer suggestions. In the Printed Electronics Department, two Assemblers, Beth and… March 23, 2023
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In Partnership with CareWear, DuraTech’s at the Forefront of Wearable Medical Technology
The first wristwatch was made for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary by the Swiss watch manufacturer Patek Philippe in 1868, making it arguably the world’s first modern wearable technology. If you’re wondering why this post begins with such a random piece of trivia – rest assured that it is relevant to today’s topic – wearable technology; specifically, photobiomodulation… December 7, 2021
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The Future of Printed Electronics: Screen Printing
We all do it: touch a piece of glass to dial a phone number, access information, perform a function or instantly connect with someone via text. Anyone who owns a smartphone (which is all of us) is so accustomed to interacting with technical glass through capacitive touch that we expect the same experience with every… May 20, 2021
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The Future of Automation: Printed Electronics & Printed Sensors
“Meet George Jetson.” “His boy Elroy” “Daughter Judy” “Jane his Wife” “Their dog Astro” Smart home automation concept on virtual screen. Did we just catch you singing the theme song to the hit cartoon, “The Jetsons” of the 60s and 80’s era? If so, you recall watching (probably with a curious mind) the futuristic cartoon… July 22, 2020
