DP Patterning announces a major transition in its business model—marking a bold step toward vertical integration and global environmental impact. As the electronics industry faces increasing pressure to streamline operations and to decarbonize, DP Patterning is positioning itself as a leader in the next era of flexible circuit board manufacturing – where performance and responsibility go hand in hand.

Founded in 2013 and based in Norrköping, DP Patterning has long been recognized for its revolutionary Dry Phase Patterning (DPP) technology, a patented mechanical method for producing flexible circuit boards (FCBs) without the high costs or harsh and environmentally harmful chemicals typically associated with conventional processes. Until now, the company focused on selling its flagship machine, the DPP 360, enabling customers to manufacture their own eco-friendly circuits.

Now, the company is turning a new page.

“We’re moving from enabling production to owning it” says Staffan Nordlinder, innovator and founder of DP Patterning. Instead of supplying machines, the company is now investing in manufacturing capacity to directly produce and deliver flexible circuit boards (components) to clients—offering end-to-end solutions with higher quality control, faster lead times, and reduced environmental impact.

The move is backed by the Swedish Investment firm Byggmästaren. During 2025 DPP will scale its output and triple the workforce. A unique idea in the plans for future expansion is the development of “micro-plants”—compact, scalable production units designed for deployment close to customer hubs, reducing transport emissions and improving supply chain resilience. The idea is to serve the customer demand for a more regional production of Flex- circuit board components in today’s global economy.

DPPs technology is a revolution in flexible circuit manufacturing – cutting CO² emissions by 99% compared to hazardous traditional chemical etching processes. DPPs unique mechanical reel-to-reel process, is a game-changing solution for sustainability and a cost-efficient high-quality production for Flex- circuit boards. The result: Flex circuit boards that are not only cost-efficient and high-performing but also environmentally superior.

Industries like Automotive, MedTech, Telecom, and LED lighting are already benefiting from DPP’s cleaner and cost-efficient approach. By taking control of its production line, the company ensures its pioneering technology delivers maximum value—both commercially and sustainably.

“Thanks to our new business model, our customers can now access our technology without any upfront investment in machinery—making it easier and more cost-effective to get started. We see a demand from our customers for rapid prototyping, high volume production, sustainability and cost efficiency and with our new business model we cater for all these customer demands” says Tommy Höglund, DPP Sales manager.

As the electronics industry faces increasing pressure to decarbonize and streamline operations, DP Patterning is positioning itself as a leader in the next era of flexible circuit board manufacturing – where performance and responsibility go hand in hand.

Want to learn more about how DP Patterning can support your business with sustainable and cost-efficient flexible circuit boards?
Get in touch with our sales team – we’ll be happy to tell you more about our solutions, prototyping options, and how you can quickly scale up to volume production.

Tommy Höglund, Sales Manager
tommy.hoglund@dppatterning.com
+46 722 454 674

DP Patterning just published an article on Wevolver (a leading engineering knowledge platform). Discover how Dry Phase Patterning (DPP) showcased a 99 percent reduction both in carbon footprint and electricity used compared to conventional wet etching. – read all about it in the article!

DP Patterning just published an article about our mission to replace silver with aluminium in flex PCB-production on Wevolver (a leading engineering knowledge platform). Aluminum is significantly cheaper than silver – it costs only a fraction (1/300) of the price. Aluminium is also much better from a process and performance perspective – read all about it in the article!

DP Patterning at LOPEC 2025!

DP Patterning will participate in this years edition of LOPEC, the world’s leading exhibition for flexible, organic and printed electronics! LOPEC 2025 will take place in Munich, Germany February 25th -27th.

Visit us at Hall B0 Booth 101!

DP Patterning will showcase the DPP 360, a production system designed to revolutionize flexible circuit board manufacturing with its sustainable, cost-effective solution. The DPP 360, enables producers of electronics to cutting costs and lead times, as well as significantly increase their sustainability for the Flexible-PCBs.

As the year comes to an end, we at DP Patterning are taking a moment to reflect on the incredible journey 2024 has been. This has been a year of milestones, progress, and partnerships, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the amazing people we’ve worked with along the way.

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our customers and partners who have made this year extraordinary. Your collaboration, trust, and support have been the cornerstone of our success. As we look back, here are some of the moments that defined 2024 for us:

• The Electronica Fair: This vibrant gathering was a highlight of the year, where we showcased innovations, connected with industry leaders, and exchanged ideas that drive the future.
• Investment from Byggmästaren: This significant milestone reinforces our mission to lead in sustainable and innovative solutions. It’s an exciting step forward in achieving our goals.
• Start of production services: This groundbreaking initiative has been a testament to the power of collaboration, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in our field and lowering the threshold for customers to start using our sustainable Dry Phase Patterning production technology.
• Team Growth: Last but certainly not least, we are proud to see our team grow and thrive. Their dedication and innovation are the heart of everything we do.

Sustainability and Teamwork: Lessons of 2024

This year has reaffirmed just how essential sustainability and teamwork are to building a brighter future. Together with our partners and customers, we’ve made strides toward creating solutions that are both environmentally friendly and highly productive.

Looking Ahead to 2025

As we move into 2025, we’re filled with excitement and optimism. The year ahead holds immense potential for new collaborations, continued growth, and impactful projects that will shape the future of our industry.

Thank you for being a part of our journey. We wish you Happy Holidays and a joyful New Year, filled with success and opportunities. Here’s to another remarkable year together!

Warm regards,
The DP Patterning Team

DP Patterning offers a game-changing solution for in-house manufacturing of flexible printed circuit boards (FPCBs), providing significant cost savings and environmental benefits. With customers in the automotive, RFID, and LED lighting sectors, the company is disrupting traditional practices that rely on outsourced production.

Flexible PCBs are widely used across industries, yet their production is often outsourced abroad, leading to high costs, long lead times, and environmental impact. DP Patterning’s innovative technology enables in-house manufacturing, cutting costs, reducing waste, and minimizing transport emissions.

Patented Technology with Revolutionary Results

The company’s dry phase patterning process eliminates the need for harsh chemicals, by mechanically removing material from a flexible substrate in a roll-to-roll system. This compact solution integrates the entire production chain, enabling customers to achieve up to 10 times faster production while significantly lowering environmental impact. Waste is collected as recyclable metal shavings, reducing negative effects by over 98%, according to a Fraunhofer Institute lifecycle analysis.

Investor Backing for Growth

Recognizing its transformative potential, the listed investment firm Byggmästaren has committed SEK 25 million, with an option to double the funding.

“The benefits for the customers are undeniable. DP Patterning is now ready to scale production and expand its workforce to meet growing demand,” says Tomas Bergström, CEO of Byggmästaren and chair of the new DP Patterning board of directors.

A Proven Track Record

DP Patterning supports leading manufacturers in automotive, RFID, and LED lighting, including Mühlbauer Group in Germany and U.S.-based Gentherm. The technology’s versatility continues to unlock new applications, meeting tailored customer requirements.

“This innovation opens the door to countless possibilities, many yet to be discovered. Together with our customers, we’re well-equipped to create versatile, business-focused solutions. With groundbreaking technology and strong investor support, we are set to lead the flexible PCB industry into a faster, more sustainable future,” says Staffan Nordlinder, CEO of DP Patterning.

For more information, please contact

Staffan Nordlinder, CEO, DP Patterning AB
Email: staffan.nordlinder@dppatterning.com
Phone: +46 70 – 820 08 11

Tomas Bergström, CEO, Byggmästare Anders J Ahlström Holding AB 
Email: tomas.bergstrom@byggmastaren.com
Phone: +46 70 – 317 80 92

Following up on an exciting Electronica 2024, we appreciate all the insights and positive energy from interactions at the fair. Together with customers, material companies and R&D institutions we have created a network built for success. This was highlighted with joint application demonstrators of sustainable FPCB production at the Electronica 2024.

Renowned companies such as Marquardt, ACTIA, Gentherm, DuPont and many more made this possible. These collaborations demonstrate the remarkable versatility and efficiency of our Dry Phase Patterning production system. Novel applications beyond the possibilities of traditional manufacturing methods have been initiated and will implemented through fruitful collaborations.

More than 200 direct customer discussions prove the tremendous interest in sustainable and cost-efficient Flex PCB production. Now ideas are being turned into projects, productions and business cases and together with our partners and customers we are set out for an exciting 2025.

Thank you from the DPP team!

Gentherm – customer demonstration

Gentherm is one of our customer demonstrators for Electronica 2024. They will showcase a sample produced with the DPP 360 system for the automotive industry. They are one of the world leaders in thermal management solutions for both comfort and performance, always with a close eye on environmental and sustainability issues.

One of the areas where Gentherm is growing rapidly is technology and innovations for electrical vehicles. This is also an area where Gentherm points out several benefits of working with the DPP 360 system.

Florian Hammerschmidt, Executive Director, Product Line Manager Battery Performance Solutions, says:

The mechanical structuring process allows Gentherm to manufacture flexible printed circuits for our Cell Connecting Boards that are more environmentally friendly than the traditional chemical etching process within the industry. Through studies with the Fraunhofer Institute, a German-based research organization, we can confirm that this results in a significant reduction of greenhouse gas equivalency emissions, water usage, and a range of other factors which help us deliver sustainable and innovative technology for our customers.

For more information about Gentherm Battery solutions, please visit gentherm.com

New unique demonstrator for Electronica 2024

A new partner for DP Patterning is LIU Formula Student that will be showcasing their ER22 car. LIU Formula Student is a non-profit student association at Linköping University. Every year they develop a competition race car and compete in Formula Student competitions around Europe. DP Patterning has now started a cooperation with LIU Formula Student and are looking at innovative concepts for the future of energy efficient vehicles. Together we are introducing the technology of tomorrow to the engineers of the future!

For more information about LIU Formula Student, please visit liuformulastudent.se

DP Patterning is participating in a new project in printed and flexible electronics

The project, R2R-HET – Roll-to-Roll Hybrid Printed Electronics Manufacturing, aims to explore how the production of printed and flexible electronics can be made more sustainable and efficient.

The goal is to develop and validate a concept that creates a platform for Sweden’s production capacity. This platform will allow the printing and/or dry phase patterning production process and the assembly of traditional electronics to occur on the same production line and substrate roll. The printed and flexible electronics industry currently faces challenges in achieving growth and scalability. One identified challenge is the bottle neck of efficient large-scale production methods for assembling electronic components on flexible substrates.

The project is led by RISE (RISE is an independent, Swedish, State-owned research institute). DP Patterning, along with the other project partners (listed below), will investigate the potential for creating and using sustainable flexible substrates and R2R production methods for assembling electronic components.

The project parties:

• RISE Research Institutes of Sweden
• Actia Nordic 
• Mycronic
• DP Patterning
• Epishine
• Beneli
• Ligna Energy
• Magna Electronics Sweden
• Linköping Science Park

Roman Armgarth, PhD, COO, and R&D Manager, serves as the project leader for DP Patterning in the project.