FLIGHT-PCB (Flexible Inkjet Generation of High Technology PCBs
Lead Participant:
INVOTEC GROUP LIMITED
Abstract
This project will develop high resolution, versatile volume direct write inkjet printing (DW-IP) of PCBs, in an industrial scale environment, to service the needs of design, innovation and service driven users. DW-IP is a disruptive technology, it will: dramatically reduce design-to-manufacture times and eliminate tooling costs; introduce innovative materials technologies to designers; cascade the process into other industries; offer a competitive service advantage over Asia; reduce inventory levels due to fast cycle times; eliminates chemical and waste stream processes; use and enhance UK academic knowledge. The project will massively integrate new generation inkjet heads into a single array capable of single-pass printing and create a precision printing machine. The integration of the array head, its drive electronics, software control, ink flow system and image control methods are all innovative.
Lead Participant | Project Cost | Grant Offer |
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INVOTEC GROUP LIMITED | £198,051 | £ 88,810 |
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Participant |
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IMAGING TECHNOLOGY INTERNATIONAL | £574,570 | £ 256,085 |
XACT PCB LIMITED | £107,158 | £ 47,760 |
WILLOUGHBY (601) LIMITED | £691,317 | £ 312,258 |
UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE | £125,956 | £ 125,956 |
XAAR PLC | £362,956 | £ 161,769 |
CAMETRICS LIMITED | £54,670 | £ 24,366 |
UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE | £119,775 | £ 119,775 |
SUN CHEMICAL LIMITED | £273,500 | £ 121,898 |
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