Henkel Invests in Medical Technology Start-Up Smartz
The companies have signed a joint marketing and joint development agreement.
Henkel Adhesive Technologies recently announced that it has strengthened its capabilities for the growing demand of smart adult-care solutions by investing in Smartz AG, a medical technology start-up headquartered in Baar, Switzerland. Smartz has reportedly developed an end-to-end-solution for diapers that improves the quality of life for adults while effectively supporting care and medical personnel, as well as reducing costs and increasing the service level in care facilities.
Both companies have signed a joint marketing and joint development agreement to combine Henkel’s printed electronics expertise with Smartz’ adult care Internet of Things (IoT) hardware and software solutions. With the investment, Henkel aims to strengthen this partnership and to drive the development of additional innovative adult care applications in the future.