EMI/EMC Shielding
Case

EMI packaging reduces processing time by up to 90%

Development of an efficient and sustainable packaging solution for EMI shielding in collaboration with our partner Necas. The 3D-printed design was customized for direct machine assembly, reducing Necas’ processing time by up to 90%

19. March 2025

The project involved:

Efficient volume production of two EMI-shields with a material thickness of 0,3 mm
100 % panel inspection to ensure zero-tolerance for defects
Transportation and further processing at Necas before final delivery to the customer

For several years, Mekoprint has partnered with Necas, a full-service provider of EMS (Electronic Manufacturing Services) solutions, to produce and deliver customized EMI solutions for a shared customer in an advanced industry.

The quality of the components has improved significantly. The impact of our collaboration means that the components can now be machine-assembled, reducing subsequent processing time for inspection and rework by up to 90%

CTO at Necas

Allan Sigfredsen

A challenge that required innovation

After manufacturing the EMI shielding components at Mekoprint, they were transported to Necas for further processing. The original packaging method - loose delivery and cardboard separation - quickly proved to increase the risk of damage and waste.

“We quickly realized that loose delivery was not the best solution. We were spending too much time ensuring quality in production, so it made perfect sense to explore how we could improve the delivery process,” says Henrik Groes, Area Sales Manager at Mekoprint Micromechanics.

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Our collaboration with Mekoprint has been constructive because both parties focused on the details. The optimization saves our operators from parts of the manual assembly process, allowing them to focus on monitoring the machines.

CTO at Necas

Allan Sigfredsen

From idea til solution

The Mekoprint team quickly began exploring options for a custom-designed packaging solution that could optimize the entire process. The goal was clear: reduce costs, switch to a sustainable material, and improve handling in production.

Using 3D printing, the team developed prototypes, which were continuously adjusted in close dialogue with Necas. The result was a packaging solution that was 100% tailored to Necas’ machines, enabling direct insertion of components from the packaging into the production line.

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The trial with the new packaging has inspired us to expand the concept to more customers. It opens new opportunities for cost reduction, securing quality during delivery, and increasing the use of biodegradable packaging – all with the goal of providing the best service for our customers and maintaining an open and strong dialogue with partners like Necas