Applications for RFID and printed electronics in Package Printing Industry

By Chris Mc Loone

On the other hand, Zoomer comments, “We do not consider any connection between those two. RFID can be designated as an independent ‘printed electronics application.’”

Still going

Both the RFID and printed electronics markets continue to grow. They are not as pervasive as other segments in the packaging or labeling markets, but they’re growing steadily. Printed electronics continues to find niche applications. According to Das, these include printed memory, displays, and photovoltaics. So, while neither market has grown as quickly as hoped, these technologies continue to grow and brand owners are finding new ways to employ them.