Henkel & Brilliant Matters Advance Screen-Printable Silver Inks

Henkel entered a strategic partnership with Brilliant Matters to co-develop screen-printable silver inks compatible with next-generation compatible and durable OPV panel manufacturing using high-throughput roll-to-roll processes.

This partnership builds on Brilliant Matters’ recent introduction of BM10, a breakthrough OPV solution designed to transform the market. 

The collaboration aims to address one of the most persistent challenges in scaling OPV from laboratory innovation to industrial production. Screen printing high-resolution conductive silver lines on the OPV sub-stack without generating defects that can be detrimental to panel efficiency or durability. 

Achieving robust, high-throughput metallization without compromising device performance has remained a critical hurdle for the industry.

BM10 enables the manufacturing of flexible semitransparent OPV panels with power outputs over 100 W/m2 under standard test conditions while delivering operational lifetimes exceeding 25 years. Realizing this level of performance in industrial settings requires advanced active materials and seamless integration of every layer and process step in the device stack.

Henkel brings extensive expertise in advanced materials, including conductive inks and adhesives for printed electronics. With a strong global presence and a proven track record in enabling scalable manufacturing solutions, Henkel is uniquely positioned to co-develop inks that meet the demanding requirements of high-throughput OPV production.

“By combining Henkel’s in-depth know-how in silver ink formulation and chemistries, with Brilliant Matters’ deep understanding of OPV device architecture, we are accelerating the path toward industrial adoption,” said Thibaut Soulestin, Technology Manager for Printed Electronics at Henkel. “This partnership highlights the importance of cross-industry collaboration in bringing next-generation energy technologies to market.”

Henkel and Brilliant Matters have been working closely over the past year to develop screen- printable silver inks that deliver the precision, conductivity and process compatibility required for high-performance OPV panel manufacturing. Early results demonstrate strong potential for scalable integration into roll-to-roll manufacturing lines.