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Tekscan and FLEXOO Expand the Capabilities of Printed Sensors Through New Collaboration

Norwood, MA, 2/24/2025 – Tekscan (Norwood, MA USA), a leader in tactile pressure sensing solutions, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with FLEXOO (Heidelberg, Germany), a specialist in end-to-end solutions for smart sensors and volume manufacturer of printed electronics. This collaboration represents a major step forward in advancing printed sensor technology, expanding market reach, and enhancing the capabilities available to industries such as Energy, Automotive, and Electronics to name a few.

Through this partnership, Tekscan will further strengthen its portfolio of high-quality, trusted solutions by integrating additional capabilities that improve performance and expand application possibilities. FLEXOO will gain new opportunities to bring their expertise to a broader audience, contributing their strengths in advanced manufacturing. Together, the companies will create a more complete and compelling offering that benefits both existing and new customers.

“Partnerships like this are essential to driving the sensor industry forward,” said John Jutila, Tekscan CEO. “By combining our deep expertise in pressure sensing with FLEXOO’s capabilities, we can provide customers with solutions that are not only innovative but also practical, scalable, and ready to meet volume manufacturing demands.” 

This collaboration will focus on integration with existing technologies and expansion into new applications. By leveraging the strengths of both organizations, Tekscan and FLEXOO will deliver groundbreaking solutions that help customers needing thin-film sensing solutions achieve greater efficiency and insights to improve performance of their products.

FLEXOO CEO Michael Kröger explains,

“For decades, engineers worldwide have trusted Tekscan as the go-to name in tactile sensing. At FLEXOO, we are pushing the boundaries of flexible sensor technology, going beyond tactile applications into other applications and mass-producible solutions. This partnership is an exciting step forward: by integrating FLEXOO’s technology into Tekscan’s trusted test and measurement solutions, we are expanding the range of sensing capabilities to customers – all through the familiar and proven Tekscan interfaces. Moreover, for those looking to transition from testing to full-scale product integration, this collaboration provides a streamlined path with increased scalability and efficiency.”

Tekscan Chief Technology Officer Rob Podoloff will officially announce this partnership at the upcoming LOPEC conference, reinforcing its significance within the printed electronics industry.

For more information about this partnership and how it will impact the sensor industry, visit https://www.tekscan.com/ or contact Jennifer Cullen, Director of Marketing and Customer Service at jcullen@tekscan.com.

About Tekscan:

Tekscan is a global leader in the design and manufacture of tactile pressure and force sensors and systems. Our innovative solutions provide accurate and reliable measurements for a wide range of test & measurement and embedded applications in industries spanning automotive, energy storage, consumer electronics, biomechanics and more. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Tekscan continues to set the standard in tactile sensing technology.

About FLEXOO:

FLEXOO GmbH, based in Heidelberg, Germany, is a leading provider of printed electronics and printed sensors, dedicated to driving innovation and delivering high value to its customers. A unique manufacturing setup, characterized by flexibility, quality, and unparalleled productivity, sets the company apart as the ideal partner for mass production of smart sensors and electronics.

Contact Information

Jennifer Cullen
Director of Marketing & Customer Service
Tekscan
617-464-4500
jcullen@tekscan.com
www.tekscan.com

Sonja Mayer
Head of Marketing
FLEXOO GmbH
+49 157 85325152
sonja.mayer@flexoo.de
www.flexoo.de

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