In heavy industrial environments such as industrial equipment manufacturing, mining or steel production, having a reliable display solution is not an easy task. Any equipment placed in these environments needs to be as rugged as they are; able to withstand the rigors of the extreme environments in which they are expected to perform. They need to be built to exacting and demanding standards to ensure they not only survive, but thrive in, day-to-day operations.
Working conditions in heavy industry often include environmental factors such as vibration, water spray, rain, dust, dirt, sand, heat and cold. Consumer-grade computers have no opportunity in these types of environments, and even many industrial-grade products may fall short.
Concerns for manufacturing facilities
In a manufacturing workplace environment, industrial displays need to deal with vibration from surrounding machinery, airborne dust particles, water spray and temperature fluctuations.
Concerns for mining operations
For those operating computers in a mining environment, they need to consider vibration caused by heavy machinery, dust/dust/sand in the air, rain and temperature fluctuations.
Key Considerations for Heavy Industry
There are a number of key specifications that should be considered when evaluating solutions for their work environment. To deal with shock and vibration, it’s important to choose a sturdy monitor that meets official standards for vibration resistance.
For uncontrolled environments or applications that require the display to be moved between different temperature zones, it is important to consider having a rugged industrial display that can handle a wide temperature range without difficulty. To deal with dust/dirt/sand in the air, it is important to consider a computer with a fanless cooling system.
Exposure to moisture or falling water should also be considered when evaluating industrial display solutions, especially if the equipment is expected to be operated outdoors or in manufacturing areas that may require water spray. Ingress Protection (IP) or NEMA Waterproof Ratings should be referenced to ensure you are choosing a rugged industrial display that provides the required degree of protection for your specific application. In applications where exposure to aggressive chemicals is likely, you need to consider choosing an industrial display with an anti-corrosion coating on the housing.
Durable industrial display solutions
Industrial Touch Monitor offers compact rugged touchscreen monitors designed for industrial and other extreme work environments. These units feature a wide operating temperature range, fanless cooling system, IP65 water-resistant enclosure, and vibration-resistant compliance.