• Login
    • Join
  • FOLLOW:
  • Subscribe Free
    • Magazine
    • eNewsletter
    Checkout
    • Magazine
    • News
    • Printed Electronics
    • Raw Materials
    • Equipment
    • Services
    • Suppliers Guide
    • Resources
    • More
  • Magazine
  • News
  • Printed Electronics
  • Raw Materials
  • Equipment
  • Services
  • Suppliers Guide
  • Resources
  • Current & Past Issues
    Features
    Editorials
    Digital Edition
    Subscribe Now
    Advertise Now
    eNewsletter Archive
    Our Team
    Editorial Guidelines
    Breaking News
    Experts Opinion
    Financial News
    Manufacturers News
    Mergers and Acquisitions
    Online Exclusives
    Personnel
    Product Releases
    Suppliers News
    Live From Shows
    Displays and Lighting
    Photovoltaics
    Printed Batteries
    Printed Circuit Boards/Membrane Switches/In Mold Electronics
    Flexible and Printed Electronics
    RFID and NFC
    Sensors and Wearables
    Smart Cards and Packaging
    Touch Screens
    Adhesives, Barriers and Encapsulants
    Chemicals, Metals and Powders
    Conductive Inks and Coatings
    Electronic Materials
    Film, Paper, Glass and Substrates
    Graphene, Perovskites and Carbon Nanotubes
    Nanomaterials
    Printed Electronic Components
    Research Reports
    Semiconductors and Quantum Dots
    Energy Curing Equipment
    Lab and Testing Equipment
    Manufacturing Equipment
    Printing Equipment
    3D Printing
    Contract Manufacturing Services
    Product Design and Testing
    Research and Consulting
    Research Institutions
    Research Reports
    Universities
    Equipment
    All Companies
    Materials
    Categories
    Converting
    Printed Electronics Systems
    Associations
    Research and Services
    Used Machinery
    Add New Company
    Industry Events
    Live from show events
    Podcasts
    Videos
    Blogs
    Slideshows
    Infographics
    Webinars
    Whitepapers
    Equipment and Services
    Glossary
    • Magazine
      • Current & Past Issues
      • Features
      • Editorial
      • Columns
      • Digital Edition
      • eNewsletter Archive
      • Editorial Guidelines
      • Subscribe Now
      • Advertise Now
    • Breaking News
    • Suppliers Guide
      • Suppliers Guide
      • Add Your Company
    • Printed Electronics
      • Photovoltaics
      • Printed Batteries
      • Printed Circuit Boards/Membrane Switches/In Mold Electronics
      • Flexible and Printed Electronics
      • RFID and NFC
      • Sensors and Wearables
      • Smart Cards and Packaging
      • Touch Screens
    • Raw Materials
      • Adhesives, Barriers and Encapsulants
      • Chemicals, Metals and Powders
      • Conductive Inks and Coatings
      • Electronic Materials
      • Film, Paper, Glass and Substrates
      • Graphene, Perovskites and Carbon Nanotubes
      • Nanomaterials
      • Semiconductors and Quantum Dots
    • Equipment
      • Energy Curing Equipment
      • Lab and Testing Equipment
      • Manufacturing Equipment
      • Printing Equipment
      • 3D Printing
    • Services
      • Contract Manufacturing Services
      • Product Design and Testing
      • Research and Consulting
      • Research Institutions
      • Research Reports
      • Universities
    • Online Exclusives
    • Slideshows
    • Blog
    • Videos
    • Podcasts
    • Infographics
    • Events
      • Industry Events
      • Live from show events
      • Webinars
    • About Us
      • About Us
      • Contact Us
      • Advertise With Us
      • Privacy Policy
      • Terms of Use
    Online Exclusives

    Force Sensor Market is Ideal Fit for Tangio Printed Electronics

    Sytek Enterprises subsidiary utilizes screenprinting experience to develop innovative PE products.

    Force Sensor Market is Ideal Fit for Tangio Printed Electronics
    Tangio force sensor
    Related CONTENT
    • IDTechEx Forecast Market for Fully Printed Sensors Will Reach $4.9 Billion by 2032
    • Tekscan Introduces ESS102, Its Newest Standard FlexiForce Sensor
    • Nissha Exhibits Shear Force, Touch Sensors at 2020 TRON Symposium
    • Printed, Flexible Electronics: Key Technology Highlights in 2020 from IDTechEx
    • Printed, Flexible Electronics: Key Technology Highlights in 2020 from IDTechEx
    David Savastano, Editor08.05.15
    Electronics such as membrane switches have been screenprinted for decades, and a few of these printers have branched out into the field of printed electronics .
     
    One success story is Sytek Enterprises Inc., a North Vancouver, BC manufacturer of membrane switches, graphic overlays, labels and gaskets. The 33-year-old company saw an opportunity to expand into the field of printed electronics, and launched Tangio Printed Electronics eight years ago.
     
    Tangio Printed Electronics, a division of Sytek Enterprises, is focused on R&D of printed electronics, particularly force sensing resistors, and the company has enjoyed much success in the field.
     
    “Tangio is built on a 30-year-old foundation in screenprinting electronics,” said Kirk Hutton, sales and marketing manager for Tangio. “Over the past eight years, we have specialized in printing force sensing resistors.
     
    Its experience in printing unique projects is one key to Tangio’s success with producing force sensors, as is its proprietary polymer ink.
     
    “Our differentiation is in our unique skillset in printing rare and unusual designs, and our familiarity with new and interesting materials,” Hutton noted. “At Tangio, we feel that we can never be caught standing still. We respond to our customers’ needs, quite often anticipating what they will ask for next. Our customers look to us to be able to do things that our competitors cannot. It is a combination of continued high quality production and manufacturing components for novel applications. It is low tolerance work, but that’s where we play well.”
     
    Much of the manufacturing happens at Tangio/Sytek facilities in North Vancouver, and the company has connections with partners for larger projects.
     
    “For larger quantity, price-sensitive projects, we utilize our long-standing relationships with manufacturing partners in Asia,” Hutton said. “We typically do a lot of R&D and rapid prototyping at our facility here in North Vancouver, and then train our contract manufacturers to build production quantities for global distribution.”
     
    Force sensors are an important opportunity for printed electronics, and it is one where Tangio has developed a sizable position, particularly in musical instruments.
     
    “The key markets Tangio Printed Electronics serves really revolves around the popularity and adoption of force sensors as a human-machine interface enabler,” said Hutton. “We see some of the biggest adoption and business from musical instrument manufacturers. Force sensors in musical instruments allow musicians to express three-dimensional input into their electronic instrument, much like (and more than) what they are able to with a natural instrument like a guitar or piano. By three-dimensional, I mean position (x and y) and depth (z).
     
    “Some manufacturers like Roger Linn (www.rogerlinndesign.com) use this depth of expression for various outputs such as pitch bend, timbre, oscillation and vibrato.  Other manufactures, like Intuitive Motion (www.zboardshop.com), use depth of expression as a variable accelerator and brake on their motorized longboard.”
     
    Hutton noted that Tangio also has developed products for consumer electronics that are in the market.
     
    “In addition to our popularity in musical instrument manufacturing circles, we are also making headway in consumer electronics,” he said. “We can’t reveal customer names in this industry, but there are millions of consumer electronics devices in use in the world today that started out as a Tangio force-sensing prototype. We are also seeing some growth in industrial and healthcare applications for our force sensors. It seems that the more we can get the word out about our capabilities, the sooner engineers and inventors will find applications for the technology.”
     
    Hutton foresees tremendous opportunities ahead for force sensors.
     
    “We see a very exciting time ahead as we continue to innovate in the world of force sensors,” Hutton said. “We have some product innovations that we cannot announce yet, but they’ll turn customers’ expectations on their head… product features that no one thought was possible… and we will be the only manufacturer able to produce them.
     
    “It is exciting times, particularly with three-dimensional touch sensing (three dimensions being the standard X and Y of capacitive touchpads and screens, but now also the z-axis representing the ‘depth’ of touch on a touchpad or screen) coming to the forefront of consumer expectations,” he added. “The assumption is that ‘force touch’, the name Apple has given to their force sensing technology in the Apple Watch, the new Macbook, and rumored to be in the new iPhone, will become the new standard by which all other touch interactions are measured. The new standard may be three dimensional touch, and that’s what we design and print, all day long.”
    Related Searches
    • ink
    • electronic
    • printed electronics
    • electronics
    Suggested For You
    IDTechEx Forecast Market for Fully Printed Sensors Will Reach $4.9 Billion by 2032 IDTechEx Forecast Market for Fully Printed Sensors Will Reach $4.9 Billion by 2032
    Tekscan Introduces ESS102, Its Newest Standard FlexiForce Sensor Tekscan Introduces ESS102, Its Newest Standard FlexiForce Sensor
    Nissha Exhibits Shear Force, Touch Sensors at 2020 TRON Symposium Nissha Exhibits Shear Force, Touch Sensors at 2020 TRON Symposium
    Printed, Flexible Electronics: Key Technology Highlights in 2020 from IDTechEx Printed, Flexible Electronics: Key Technology Highlights in 2020 from IDTechEx
    Printed, Flexible Electronics: Key Technology Highlights in 2020 from IDTechEx Printed, Flexible Electronics: Key Technology Highlights in 2020 from IDTechEx
    The Growth of the Printed Sensor Market The Growth of the Printed Sensor Market
    Hurdles to Overcome for Flexible and Printed Electronics Hurdles to Overcome for Flexible and Printed Electronics
    New Products are Driving Growth in Flexible  and Printed Electronics New Products are Driving Growth in Flexible and Printed Electronics
    Tangio Printed Electronics and the Force Sensor Market Tangio Printed Electronics and the Force Sensor Market
    Former Peratech CTO and VP Joins Tangio Printed Electronics Former Peratech CTO and VP Joins Tangio Printed Electronics
    Giesecke & Devrient Focus on Ticketing for Urban Mobility at UITP 2015 Giesecke & Devrient Focus on Ticketing for Urban Mobility at UITP 2015
    Xymox Brings Expertise in Membrane Switches to the PE Field Xymox Brings Expertise in Membrane Switches to the PE Field

    Related Online Exclusives

    • Manufacturers News | Photovoltaics
      The Future of Organic Photovoltaics

      The Future of Organic Photovoltaics

      Leaders from Heliatek, ASCA and Epishine discuss OPV applications and the technology’s future for the IoT, BIPV and more.
      David Savastano, Editor 05.18.22

    • 3D Printing | Flexible and Printed Electronics | Printed Circuit Boards/Membrane Switches/In Mold Electronics
      RadTech 2022 Highlights Energy Curing Roles in Electronics

      RadTech 2022 Highlights Energy Curing Roles in Electronics

      UV/EB curing is playing a role in numerous areas, including structural electronics, Li-ion batteries and 3D printing.
      David Savastano, Editor 05.11.22

    • Manufacturers News | Photovoltaics | Suppliers News
      After Overcoming Challenges, Organic Photovoltaics Market is Growing

      After Overcoming Challenges, Organic Photovoltaics Market is Growing

      Heliatek, ASCA and Epsihine are among the companies that are finding new opportunities for OPV.
      David Savastano, Editor 05.04.22


    • Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC
      Avery Dennison Brings Physical, Digital Worlds Together with atma.io

      Avery Dennison Brings Physical, Digital Worlds Together with atma.io

      Connected product cloud works with RFID, NFC and 2D barcodes to provide end-to-end transparency.
      David Savastano, Editor 04.27.22

    • Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC
      RFID is Helping Solve Luggage Problems at Airports

      RFID is Helping Solve Luggage Problems at Airports

      Following the 2019 IATA recommendation for the use of RFID, more airports are implementing RFID inlays on baggage tags.
      David Savastano, Editor 04.20.22

    • Flexible and Printed Electronics | Research Institutions | Semiconductors and Quantum Dots | Sensors and Wearables | Universities
      Imec, KU Leuven and PragmatIC Collaborate on Flexible Microprocessors

      Imec, KU Leuven and PragmatIC Collaborate on Flexible Microprocessors

      Project opens the possibilities for low-cost, low-power IoT applications which do not require very high performance.
      David Savastano, Editor 04.13.22


    • Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC
      Nedap’s RFID, iD Cloud Solutions Help Retailers Meet Customers’ Needs

      Nedap’s RFID, iD Cloud Solutions Help Retailers Meet Customers’ Needs

      Providing real-time insights helps retailers achieve perfect inventory visibility.
      David Savastano, Editor 03.30.22

    • Breaking News | Graphene, Perovskites and Carbon Nanotubes | Manufacturers News | Sensors and Wearables
      Grapheal Brings Graphene to Medtech

      Grapheal Brings Graphene to Medtech

      Grapheal’s TestNPass test strip technology earns honors, interest at CES 2022.
      David Savastano, Editor 03.23.22

    • Conductive Inks and Coatings | Flexible and Printed Electronics | Manufacturers News | Photovoltaics | Printed Circuit Boards/Membrane Switches/In Mold Electronics | Sensors and Wearables | Suppliers News
      The Conductive Ink Market is Showing Growth

      The Conductive Ink Market is Showing Growth

      There are more products featuring printed and flexible electronics that are reaching the market, and conductive inks are playing a critical role.
      David Savastano, Editor 03.16.22


    • Displays and Lighting | Flexible and Printed Electronics | Manufacturers News | Photovoltaics | Printed Batteries | Printed Circuit Boards/Membrane Switches/In Mold Electronics | Sensors and Wearables | Smart Cards and Packaging | Suppliers News
      LOPEC 2022 Returns to Munich

      LOPEC 2022 Returns to Munich

      After three years, the conference will showcase advances in printed, flexible electronics and more.
      David Savastano, Editor 03.09.22

    • Displays and Lighting | Manufacturers News
      Lumitronix Brings Flexibility to Lighting

      Lumitronix Brings Flexibility to Lighting

      Using its LUMPROTECT® lamination system, Lumitronix is developing LED lighting for wallcoverings, customized applications and more.
      David Savastano, Editor 03.02.22

    • Breaking News | Manufacturers News | Mergers and Acquisitions | RFID and NFC
      TexTrace Acquisition Allows Avery Dennison to Integrate RFID into Garments

      TexTrace Acquisition Allows Avery Dennison to Integrate RFID into Garments

      Addition of woven, knitted RFID specialist brings new capabilities in theft protection, customer interaction and more.
      David Savastano, Editor 02.16.22


    • Graphene, Perovskites and Carbon Nanotubes | Manufacturers News | Photovoltaics
      Saule Technologies Brings Perovskites to ESLs

      Saule Technologies Brings Perovskites to ESLs

      Self-powering electronic shelf labels could change the world of retail.
      David Savastano, Editor 02.02.22

    • Manufacturers News | Research Institutions | Sensors and Wearables
      Onera Health’s Biomedical-Lab-on-Chip Draws Interest at CES 2022

      Onera Health’s Biomedical-Lab-on-Chip Draws Interest at CES 2022

      It is designed for wearables, patch-based and implantable technologies.
      01.26.22

    • Breaking News | Displays and Lighting | Manufacturers News
      Continental’s $1 Billion OLED Order Shows Opportunities in Automotive Market

      Continental’s $1 Billion OLED Order Shows Opportunities in Automotive Market

      Design, viewing and energy-saving advantages of OLEDs are leading to increasing interest in the technology from automotive manufacturers.
      David Savastano, Editor 01.19.22

    Breaking News
    • Evonik Launches New Processing Aids for PV Wafer Cutting
    • NREL Creates Highest Efficiency 1-Sun Solar Cell
    • eMagin Wins People’s Choice Award at Display Week 2022
    • Wiliot Launches Battery-Assisted Version of its IoT Pixel Tags
    • From Phygital to Virtual IDs
    View Breaking News >
    CURRENT ISSUE

    Winter 2021

    • Printed Electronics Now’s International Suppliers’ Directory
    • The Automotive Market and Flexible and Printed Electronics
    • Flexible and Printed Electronics in Healthcare
    • Flexible and Printed Electronics Make Gains in Smart Packaging
    • PAPERONICS: Low-cost multisensory paper and packaging applications
    • View More >

    Cookies help us to provide you with an excellent service. By using our website, you declare yourself in agreement with our use of cookies.
    You can obtain detailed information about the use of cookies on our website by clicking on "More information”.

    • About Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms And Conditions
    • Contact Us

    follow us

    Subscribe
    Nutraceuticals World

    Latest Breaking News From Nutraceuticals World

    GOED Creates Infographic Highlighting Omega-3 Health Claims Approved in Europe
    Kyowa Hakko Appoints Dr. Colin Hill to Immuse Scientific Advisory Board
    Expert Consensus Statement: Diet is Best Primary Intervention to Achieve Diabetes Remission
    Coatings World

    Latest Breaking News From Coatings World

    Teknos Receives EcoVadis Gold Medal for Sustainability Performance
    AkzoNobel and Partners Team Up to Hack Carbon Reduction Challenges
    Five PPG Facilities in Ohio Recognized for Sustainability, Health, Safety Practices
    Medical Product Outsourcing

    Latest Breaking News From Medical Product Outsourcing

    Iterative Scopes Expands its Senior Leadership Team
    Viz.ai Raises $100 Million in Series D Funding
    FDA Clears Arterys' AI Mapping and Quantification Tools
    Contract Pharma

    Latest Breaking News From Contract Pharma

    Piramal Pharma Solutions New API Plant in Canada Now Online
    MG America Appoints Claudio Radossi as President
    Catalent Invests $175M to Expand Mfg. Capabilities at Winchester, KY
    Beauty Packaging

    Latest Breaking News From Beauty Packaging

    Authentic Beauty Concept Launches Second-Generation ‘Refill Bar’
    HASK Beauty Enters Exclusive Partnership with Amazon
    Garance Doré Launches Made in France Skincare Line
    Happi

    Latest Breaking News From Happi

    SPF Setting Spray, Lip Contour and Knotless Braids Are Hot Trends: Spate
    Nutrafol Launches Collagen Infusion
    ÄZ Craft Luxury Haircare Products Support All Hairstyles
    Ink World

    Latest Breaking News From Ink World

    Nazdar Celebrates 100 Years with a New Look
    hubergroup Chemicals Exhibits at Paint India for First Time
    Award for Sustainability: Evonik Receives Platinum Rating Again
    Label & Narrow Web

    Latest Breaking News From Label & Narrow Web

    Specialty announces move to new facility
    Mark Andy hosts dealer's open house in Warsaw
    Nazdar celebrates 100th anniversary with refreshed brand identity
    Nonwovens Industry

    Latest Breaking News From Nonwovens Industry

    3M to Expand in Nebraska
    Nicely Offers Nonwoven Slitters, Winders
    'Right' Hygiene Conference to be Held in June
    Orthopedic Design & Technology

    Latest Breaking News From Orthopedic Design & Technology

    FDA Clears Anika Therapeutics' X-Twist Knotless Fixation System
    Paragon 28 Rolls Out TenoTac 2.0 Hammertoe and Soft Tissue Repair
    Cionic Expands Scientific Advisory Board
    Printed Electronics Now

    Latest Breaking News From Printed Electronics Now

    Evonik Launches New Processing Aids for PV Wafer Cutting
    NREL Creates Highest Efficiency 1-Sun Solar Cell
    eMagin Wins People’s Choice Award at Display Week 2022

    Copyright © 2022 Rodman Media. All rights reserved. Use of this constitutes acceptance of our privacy policy The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Rodman Media.

    AD BLOCKER DETECTED

    Our website is made possible by displaying online advertisements to our visitors.
    Please consider supporting us by disabling your ad blocker.


    FREE SUBSCRIPTION Already a subscriber? Login