IN-MOULD DECORATION WORKSHOP A SUCCESS AT AUTOTYPE

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IN-MOULD DECORATION WORKSHOP A SUCCESS AT AUTOTYPE
15 June 2001 - Autotype International

Autotype International Limited, the Wantage based manufacturer of specialist films and associated products for screen printing, digital display printing and industrial print applications hosted a one day seminar for leading technical and marketing managers on behalf of the European Screen Printing Manufacturers Association (ESMA).

The workshop was staged to provide ESMA members with an overview of In-Mould Decoration (IMD), the ground-breaking process for making a wide array of product housings.

The workshop was attended by representatives from organisations such as FESPA, Kissel & Wolf, Sun Chemical, Saati and Fotec and was designed to provide delegates with a deeper understanding of the technologies involved in the IMD process and to overview current market opportunities.

The 19 delegates were treated to seminars presented by some of the world's leading IMD experts, who explained not only the fundamentals, features and advantages of IMD, but also the future trends, ink requirements and economics involved.

Tim Wright (Autotype) explained the stages involved in the IMD process and possible future markets, Keith Ramsey (Coates) spoke specifically about ink requirements for successful IMD, and Chris Hills (RHTI) discussed the opportunities and pitfalls associated with developing the process.

In essence, IMD can be applied in the manufacture of a wide variety of products, most particularly mobile phones, automotive interiors and displays and housings for white goods. The process offers versatile decorative effects and durable surfaces, while providing significant cost reductions through component integration.

Two years ago, Autotype opened a department dedicated to IMD to conduct research into the new, state-of-the-art technology and provide training facilities for Autotype customers.

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About: Autotype International
Specialist coating technology developed by Autotype is used for a wide range of touch and vision electronic applications, including membrane switches and for In Mould Decorated (IMD) products in the automotive, telecommunications and domestic appliances sectors.

The company's expertise in precision coating technology enables it to transform and enhance the performance of films for many high technology and demanding applications. These films can provide efficient means of reproducing exacting images or offer protective features such as resistance to aggressive chemicals and be used as stable substrates in the production of key electronic or medical components.

Precision graphic systems for the printing sector have enabled industrial screen printers to compete with alternative technologies in the quest for the most complex and accurate reproduction process.

The company operates from three locations: Autotype International, in Wantage, England; Autotype Americas Inc. in Schaumburg, near Chicago; Autotype International (Asia) Pte. Ltd. from Singapore. From these three locations we are able to maintain worldwide coverage through experienced and dedicated sales personnel, responding in real time to the changing needs of local markets.

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