Abstract: A multi-functional sensor assembly includes an electrically non-conductive substrate defining at least a distal region, intermediary region, and proximal region that are each covered with electrically conductive traces. The proximal region is configured to be exposed to a media to be sensed and the distal and intermediary regions are configured to be protected from the media. The electrically conductive traces comprise at least electrical circuits to sense temperature and flow of the media and one or more electrodes to sense one or more of conductivity, oxidation reduction potential (ORP), and acidity (pH) of the media.

Abstract: An article is wrapped in a shrink film having a longitudinal seal. The longitudinal seal is formed by swirling hot melt fibers onto a longitudinal edge of the film and bringing longitudinal edges together to form an initial pressure-sensitive seal. The shrink film and hot melt are then subjected to the elevated temperature of shrink oven to shrink the film and to form a more complete bond at the longitudinal seam.