From Microfabrication Expertise to Roll-to-Roll MEMS Innovation

At RollTech MicroSystems, every project demonstrates our deep expertise in advanced microfabrication. Our work spans from concept to device reality — but what sets us apart is our leadership in Roll-to-Roll MEMS (R2RMEMS). By applying proven microfabrication techniques within scalable roll-to-roll processes, we create devices that combine precision, performance, and manufacturability.

What is Roll-to-Roll MEMS (R2RMEMS)?

Roll-to-Roll MEMS represents the next generation of microfabrication: high-precision devices built on flexible substrates using continuous processes. Instead of relying on costly wafer-based methods, R2RMEMS leverages scalable roll-to-roll manufacturing — enabling new classes of MEMS devices at lower cost, with greater design flexibility, and at commercial volumes.

Why does this matter for Microfabrication Services?

For our customers, R2RMEMS bridges the gap between cutting-edge design and scalable production. The same core microfabrication skills — laser processing, thin-film integration, metrology, assembly, and testing — are applied in novel ways to deliver practical, manufacturable devices. That’s why the project examples you’ll see here are not only demonstrations of innovation, but also proof of how our microfabrication services can accelerate your path from idea to scalable product.

Device Development Journey (Our Proven Process)

Concept - Engineering - Implementation - Characterization - Analysis - Iteration - Validation

Most of our roll-to-roll MEMS (R2RMEMS) devices follow the same development path. While specific features or functions may require unique fabrication processes, most can be accomplished within the steps outlined below.

Examples of working R2RMEMS micro devices achieved with our design and fabrication metholdology.

“Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) are tiny machines that give products intelligence, precision, and new capabilities. With Roll-to-Roll MEMS fabrication, these devices can now be produced on flexible substrates in continuous processes, bringing high performance to scale. This breakthrough unlocks lower costs and entirely new categories of products once thought impossible.”

Turbine Blade

Function: Moves air in micro turbine

Expected Performance: 13,000 RPM

Physical Scale: 10mm X 10mm X 2mm

Peristaltic Pump

Function: Bi-directional micro fluid pump

Expected Performance: Directional pumping

Physical Scale: 10mm X 10mm X 0.2mm

Synchronous Motor

Function: Synchronous micro motor

Expected Performance: 13,000 RPM

Physical Scale: 10mm X 10mm X 0.2mm

Gear Train

Function: Geared force transfer

Expected Performance: Force transfer

Physical Scale: 10mm X 10mm X 0.1mm

Micro Pressure Sensor

Function: Measure CPAP pressures

Expected Performance: 0 – 20 CmH2O

Physical Scale: 10mm X 10mm X 1mm

Spring

Function: Spring function

Expected Performance: Robustness

Physical Scale: 10mm X 10mm X 0.05mm

From Concept to Reality

“By applying our proven development methodology, we transform breakthrough ideas into working MEMS devices. Each case study shows how a concept, once only on paper, has been engineered, fabricated, and demonstrated as a functional prototype — evidence of both technical feasibility and the scalability of Roll-to-Roll MEMS.”