Siegwerk launches ink that also acts as oxygen barrier
Siegwerk has launched a new white printing ink that also provides an oxygen barrier – an innovation that aims to combine two layers into one.
Liisa Hakola
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Senior Scientist, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd. Liisa Hakola works as Senior Scientist and Project Manager at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland in a research team ‘Flexible sensors and devices’. Her research work is about sustainable solutions for printed electronics as well as traceability solutions for intelligent packaging, including smart tags and labels. |
About the Session
Sustainable Smart Electronic Labels for Package Monitoring
Mon 14 Nov, 15:15 PM – 15:45 PM (30 Mins) • Presentation Area II
Electronic intelligent packaging features are a growing trend now and in the future. Electronics integrated on packages should preferably be environmentally compatible with proper end-of-life management. VTT will present smart electronic labels that take into account the requirements for sustainability, ecodesign and circular economy.
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