The Innovation Showcase presents new products and prototypes

The Innovation Showcase is always one of the special highlights of the trade fair. Here, fascinating prototypes and cutting-edge product innovations will be on display and presented and explained by specialists. The daily tours on the focus topics Smart Living and Mobility also pass by the Innovation Showcase. The dates of the tours and the introductory lectures can be found in the program overview of the LOPEC Forum.

Smart Living—How printed electronics are changing everyday life

Medical technology is also using printed electronics, as demonstrated by the Swedish company Beneliat the LOPEC Innovation Showcase with an innovation for medical monitoring. Everything healthcare providers need to monitor and read a patient's heart rate is provided by a small sensor together with a self-adhesive patch from Beneli. At the same time, the patient can continue with his or her usual life.

With smart adult care, Henkel Adhesive Technologies transforms a conventional diaper into a smart, connected medical device. Equipped with a lightweight, flexible printed sensor and reusable pod the diaper enables caregivers to remotely monitor moisture, movement and temperature, providing valuable data and actionable advice for more efficient care.

In addition to other exhibits from the automotive and medical technology sectors, Heliatek from Dresden is presenting a flexible solar film at the Innovation Showcase.