Challenges in Transferring a Technology to Mass Production (Printed Electronics Europe 2008)

Konrad Herre brings thirty years of experience in the semiconductor industry to the international start-up, Plastic Logic. As VP, Manufacturing he is responsible for the Dresden facility, producing flexible displays based on organic electronics. Previously Konrad held positions as President and COO of X-FAB Semiconductor Foundries; VP Production Logistic Fiber Optics with Infineon; and most recently of all COO and Member of the Managing Board of ZMD AG and President of ZFOUNDRY.

Plastic Logic is the recognised leader in organic thin-film transistors (OTFT) and is at the forefront of research and investment in plastic electronics. The company has industrialised the process technology and now manufactures a range of high-quality, shatterproof, ultra-thin and ultra-lightweight plastic displays. These offer huge advantages over conventional screens, as they are extremely flexible with proven lifetimes. Solutions for sensor and other non-display applications are in development, enabling revolutionary design possibilities, set to transform existing markets such as wearable and mobile devices, signage, and automotive, as well as many others.