IMD combines optics with functionality.
In IMD technology, we use a thermoforming process to form a design foil printed according to your wishes and back-inject this foil with a plastic material in an injection molding process. This foil can already have conductor tracks for the control of the operating unit or we can supplement the back-molded plastic part with electronic components.
Until now, this technology was only economically viable in large series. Hoffmann und Krippner has now developed a workflow through its own series of tests that allows us to economically realize such components for small and medium-sized series as well.
The advantages are:
- Complex technical parts with integrated operating functionality
- Elegant surface appearance and pleasant feel
- Various designs: matt, high-gloss or metal look
- Optimal combination with capacitive keys, sliders or wheels
- Very easy to clean and disinfect
- High chemical and mechanical resistance
- Design highlights through additional lighting
- Lower key surfaces for optimal finger guidance
- Decor protected against abrasion and fading
- Plastic bezel with longer durability due to protective foil surface
For more informations about this process please take a look on the website of Hoffmann + Krippner. (https://de.hoffmann-krippner.com/eingabe/imd/)
If you are also looking for a professional partner for the realization of your product ideas, you can reach Jens Schnur by mail () or by phone at +49 (0)69 82 37 247 0 at our location in Frankfurt am Main.
