Wednesday 29 October 2014

The Commercial Graphene Show - Europe 2015

Dates: Thursday 16th – Friday 17th April 2015
Venue: Manchester Central Convention Complex, UK


The Commercial Graphene Show is the definitive meeting place for the entire graphene value chain. Taking you right the way from ground breaking research in the lab all the way to mass industrial adoption.
This meeting will bring together the best and brightest graphene researchers improving production quality and quantities, and put them at the same table as large multinational industrial powerhouses looking at industry wide adoption. 

Meet with key decision makers and technology experts from:
•             Aerospace and Defence
•             Energy and Power
•             Automotive
•             Electronics
•             Printing and Packaging
•             Barrier Applications
•             Coatings and Chemicals

Working with these large commercial application developers is no smooth process and only by working with all the stakeholders in this space can graphene suppliers truly realise the goal of commercial application. That’s why this meeting will also host:
•             Academic centres of excellence
•             Government funding and grant bodies
•             Venture capitalists
•             IP and Patent Attorneys
•             Tech gurus and consultants
•             Top media representatives

The Commercial Graphene Show is where the entire graphene value chain meets to do business.

Please download the brochure to find out more: http://bit.ly/1w8eApI

Printed, Organic and Flexible Electronics Markets: High Growth but Mixed Fortunes

IDTechEx, the global market research, technology scouting and events firm, finds that in 2014 three technologies – OLED displays, sensors and conductive ink – make up 99% of the $23.97 billion market for printed, organic and flexible electronics. A snapshot of the market size in 2014, based on research conducted for the new IDTechEx report “Printed, Organic and Flexible Electronics 2014-2024” (www.IDTechEx.com/pe) is shown below, highlighting that the range of enabling technologies involved are at very different points of maturity and profitability.


Source: IDTechEx report Printed, Organic and Flexible Electronics 2014-2024

Three biggest sectors: OLEDs, Sensors, Conductive Ink
The largest segment so far is OLED displays, commercial now in cellphones, tablets and TVs, made using vacuum (non printed) processes. The business has been growing strongly over the last few years due to the onslaught of competition in the LCD industry and therefore the need to differentiate. However, OLED TVs have failed to become a commercial success so far due to their high price but there is strong forward momentum. Curved and eventually flexible OLEDs are key areas of development focus.
Sensors comprise almost exclusively of glucose test strips, where the electrodes are printed. The glucose test strip market will experience growth in numbers but revenue growth is less certain as US Medicare intends to pressure suppliers to reduce cost. Still, the margins until now have been excellent. Meanwhile many are developing other sensing solutions, from hybrid organic and CMOS inorganic image sensors to temperature sensors.
The mainstay application of conductive ink has been PV bus bars and fingers, and despite the consolidated PV supplier base the volume growth in terms of PV wafers produced offsets the progress in reducing the ink consumption through better structures and process efficiencies. Secondly, as the touch panel market grows in consumer electronics it is driving demand for more conductive ink for the edge bezel electrodes.
Hot sectors
IDTechEx note that in particular, hot sectors are transparent conductive films targeted to larger area touch panels, with metal mesh and nanowire solutions in the lead so far. 2014 has seen sluggish adoption of ITO alternatives as laptop touch screen demand uptake has been slower than anticipated, but capacity is now beginning to fill up.
However, most importantly, the industry is now becoming much better placed to serve customers - strong ecosystems have been developed by some suppliers to move the focus to complete solution based offerings rather than a technology component offering. Government investments around the World are also rightly focussing on reducing capex risks for companies wishing to get products off the ground, and are indeed helping companies make product.
Additionally, the progress of wearable technology is of increasing interest and focus of developers. It requires the new form factors that printed, organic and flexible electronics can offer for products that can be priced to have reasonable margin.
Latest Printed Electronics Assessment
IDTechEx saves clients time and money and helps them to make the best decisions by providing impartial assessment of emerging technologies. We have served clients in 80 countries from our bases in Japan, UK, Germany and the US. The latest report “Printed, Organic and Flexible Electronics 2014-2024” (www.IDTechEx.com/pe) provides granular market forecasts by technology type over a ten year period, based on conducting hundreds of interviews. Critically, we interview end users to find out what they need. It covers the trends, market place and technology developments and roadmaps versus end user needs. For those looking to gain the latest insights and exploit the unmet opportunities, see www.IDTechEx.com/pe.
Meeting customers
IDTechEx hosts the world’s largest event on the topic – Printed Electronics USA - in Santa Clara on November 19-20 (www.PrintedElectronicsUSA.com). With 200 exhibitors and 2,500 attendees expected, this event showcases the applications and emerging technologies. Critically, it focusses on bringing the technology to market by focussing the event around applications. Companies such as Jaguar Landrover, Samsung, Hallmark, Adidas, Lockheed Martin, Osram and many others will discuss their needs and experiences with the technology.

Wednesday 28 May 2014

NanoEx3 – Explore, Explain, Exploit



#NanoEx3  – Explore, Explain, Exploit – book soon as the early bird discount expires on 2nd June.  

#NanoEx3  is the International conference focusing on opportunities and challenges to the market uptake of #nanomaterials.   

Tuesday 8 April 2014

NanoEx 3


BHR Group are pleased to announce that NanoEx3 is now open for registration. Be part of a new International conference and exhibition focusing on the opportunities and challenges to the market uptake of nanomaterials!

NanoEx aims to transfer knowledge from the research base to industrial application, with a strong emphasis on the innovation value-chains that deliver the benefits of nanomaterials.

Recent advances have made it possible to use nanomaterials in numerous formulations, and thereby commercialise new products, with improved performance in a wide range of industrial sectors. These advances have also opened new avenues for academic research in this multi-disciplinary area.

NanoEx3 will provide a networking platform with a high level of participation from both industry and academia linking cutting edge research and developments. 


Who should attend: 
The conference will benefit anyone engaged in developing new processes, products and techniques or seeking to translate or apply micro and nano processes in different industrial sectors

Sponsorship & Exhibition: 
There are a range of sponsorship packages available that will enable you to gain prominent recognition amongst potential clients and peers and initiate new business through promotion to a highly relevant audience. Click here to view full sponsorship brochure.   

Conference Venue: 
DoubleTree by Hilton Cambridge Hotel is the host of NanoEx3. It is conveniently located just one mile from the train station, a stone's throw away from Market Square, the local attractions, and the commercial and academic heart of Cambridge. 





Enquiries:  

Christina Glenister 
Conference Organiser 


Tel: +44(0) 7887 753 192

BHR Group
The Fluid Engineering Centre
Cranfield, Bedfordshire MK43 0AJ
United Kingdom  

Wednesday 12 March 2014

Last Call for 2014 US Nanotechnology Survey Responses – New Deadline is March 31, 2014





 www.usnanosurvey.org

Are you involved with nanotechnology for the design/development/commercialization/entrepreneurship/integration into new materials, products or processes? Share your opinions through a brief survey at www.usnanosurvey.org. By doing so, you can help increase understanding and take action on the most urgent issues affecting U.S. competitiveness.

The not-for-profit National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS, www.ncms.org) has partnered with the National Science Foundation (NSF) under the National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI, www.nano.gov) to conduct its fourth study of trends in nanotechnology and nanofabrication. Due to the importance of the subject to U.S. national interests, NCMS is polling a broad cross-section of stakeholders to help policymakers assess the cross-sector economic impact of the NNI. The goal of the current 2014 study is to document best practices in nano-enabled product development and integration, and to identify the challenges organizations (such as academia, government labs, start-ups or established large manufacturers) face in transitioning nano-scale advances from the laboratory into sustainable commercial applications. Individual responses are kept confidential and will only be used in the aggregate for statistical reporting – all participants will have the opportunity to preview the results prior to public release of NCMS’ report. The 15-minute interactive survey questionnaire may be accessed at www.usnanosurvey.org until March 31, 2014.

For questions regarding the study, contact:
Manish Mehta, Ph.D.
Principal Investigator, 2014 NCMS-NSF Nanomanufacturing Survey Project
E-mail: director@usnanosurvey.org, Tel: (734) 995-4938

Thursday 6 March 2014

New Graphene and Healthcare Report Published



A new report published by Del Stark Technology Solutions and JE Science reviews potential applications of graphene to healthcare, including drug delivery, tissue engineering, cancer treatments and bio-sensing.  The report highlights some of the latest research taking place around the globe (a review of 107 journal papers) and comments on the patent landscape (86 separate patent applications are profiled). 


The report also presents views from experts regarding graphene’s future place in the healthcare market and tackles questions such as: 
  • How close are we to these applications being realized?
  • In terms of biocompatibility, what should be considered for clinical use and patient care?
  • Will graphene-based devices and therapies outperform those currently on the market?
  • Can healthcare companies take advantage of graphene just now?
  • What else should companies take into account when considering graphene for healthcare applications? 
View the Table of Contents and Executive Summary:

To order your copy or to request further information please contact Del Stark via:
e: del@delstark.com
t: +44 (0) 7903 115 148

Report Cost - Electronic (PDF) Copy:
  • Single User License PDF: £600
  • Multi User PDF License at the Same Location: £850
  • Corporate User License PDF: £1150

About the authors: Del Stark Technology Solutions is a nanotechnology consultancy and JE Science provides expert written content for science and technology companies and organizations. They have recently joined forces to produce and publish a series of authoritative technology briefings on the nanotechnology sector, containing up-to-date information on research, patents and business activity.

Graphene:  Graphene has been heralded “a wonder material” that has the potential to revolutionise many different technologies including electronics, batteries and solar cells. Articles appear in the press on a daily basis showcasing advanced products based on graphene, such as flexible mobile communication devices and next-generation coatings and printing inks. Nanotechnology experts believe that companies should be looking at graphene and identifying applications that will create future value. Nevertheless, despite all the attention in the media and recent Government funding, not much consideration has so far not been afforded graphene’s impact on the healthcare industry. 

That is until now: order a copy of the Graphene for Healthcare Report and learn about these advancing business opportunities. 

Details at: https://www.delstark.com/graphene-for-healthcare.html