Arjowiggins Creative Papers has launched PowerCoat, a new type of paper said to facilitate the “seamless integration” of electronic functionality and printed graphics.
PowerCoat consists of a “ground-breaking” new cellulosic paper formulation and coating, forming a flexible substrate that can permit the integration of a range of electronic functions into graphics, from embedded RFID tags to more intelligent functionalities.
With no plastic content, PowerCoat is a sustainable substrate with polymer-like smoothness (as low as 10 nanometres) said to offer “excellent printability and ink adhesion properties”.
Its fine surface allows high-resolution fine patterning (down to 5µm) of any solution-based electronic layer.
The new paper’s thermal stability means that manufacturers can use existing pressroom environments and processes to achieve precision control during sintering (the process which fuses conductive inks to the substrate).
“Its structure can withstand the high temperatures required for low-resistance silver ink without the discolouration experienced by other papers on the market, and significantly reduces the consumption of these expensive inks,” the France-based company says.
With its natural properties and inherent smoothness, PowerCoat allows for more efficient use of expensive chemicals and inks and is 100% recyclable, biodegradable and FSC-certified.
Also, thanks to PowerCoat’s natural roll-to-roll capability, it is possible to produce large area flexible products in a continuous printing process.
A leading fine papers manufacturer, Arjowiggins Creative Papers has 1,300 employees and its products – distributed in 82 countries – have been entirely FSC-certified since June 2008.
PowerCoat from Arjowiggins Creative Paper More efficient RFID potential: PowerCoat from Arjowiggins Creative Paper
