HARTING Technology Group, established in 1945 and headquartered in Espelkamp, Germany, is a global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. The company designs and manufactures electrical, electronic, and optical connection, transmission, and networking components. HARTING's product portfolio includes connectors, device terminations, backplanes, and network components for industries such as automation, transportation, and energy. With a commitment to innovation and quality, HARTING serves customers across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Laser direct structuring (LDS) is a special success story. For almost 20 years, it has been possible to apply electronic conductor paths directly onto plastic parts during series production.
Flexible circuit boards offer numerous advantages. However, the mechanical fixation of these circuit boards is highly complex. HARTING has developed a new solution based on 3D-MID technology that is capable of replacing flexible circuit boards. Thanks to component carriers, cost savings of up to two-thirds can be achieved.