Entries by Matt

4 Items to Check During a Digital Signage Site Survey

When planning an outdoor digital signage project, how important is a site survey? Many digital signage installations are retrofits of existing sites and most Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs)/fast food stores will require prep work to install an outdoor digital menu board or digital presell board. When preparing for your project, a site survey is extremely […]

Questions to Ask When Searching for a Computer Enclosure

If your company is looking to purchase a heavy-duty enclosure for a computer, monitor, or printer, what questions should be pondered when searching for the right solution? There are various items to consider before placing a purchase order. For example, what is the temperature range of the enclosure’s environment? Will dust and dirt be in […]

TEU Services Outdoor Digital Signage

COMPANY SYNOPSIS: According to the company’s website, “TEU Services began operation in 2009 as an electronic message center (digital signs) designed to help business professionals grow their business by talking to more people without tying up their time and money.” The company believes that “there will be more people passing by your store each day […]

Industrial Computer Enclosures vs. Industrial Computers

Multiple challenges exist when deploying computer equipment in a manufacturing environment. Extreme temperature fluctuations, dust, dirt, grease and splashing fluids are threatening for expensive electronics. Prior to implementing electronics on the plant floor, the system designer has the option of specifying an industrially hardened computer or an aptly sealed industrial computer enclosure to be used with […]

Fuyao Glass America

COMPANY SYNOPSIS: Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. is a leading international manufacturer of automotive and industrial glass located in the People’s Republic of China. Fuyao Glass America is an OEM glass supplier for the world’s top auto manufacturers, including GM, BMW, Isuzu, Chevrolet, Jeep, Chrysler, Honda, Ford, Toyota, Audi, Volkswagen, and Mercedes… just to name […]

Steps for Selecting a Computer Enclosure

What is the most effective way to determine what NEMA rated computer enclosure is best for a harsh facility? In an industrial environment or machining factory, protecting a PC, printer, monitor, and related peripherals from dangers – like dirt, dust, grease, humidity, liquids and harmful corrosives – is critical. Performing a simple Internet search will […]

Issues a Computer Enclosure Can Eliminate

How can a company avoid unexpected downtime? Since the early eighties, electronics have been ever-changing. Computers, monitors, and printers have come a long way over the last few decades. As the PC footprint is shrinking, monitor sizes are growing and growing. However, the need for NEMA rated, industrial computer enclosures, in harsh environments, has not […]

Virginia Railway Express – Outdoor Digital Signage

Virginia Railway Express desired to upgrade out-of-date LED scrolling signs to dynamic outdoor digital signage. VIRGINIA RAILWAY EXPRESS SYNOPSIS: According to the Virginia Rail Express (VRE) website, “VRE provides commuter rail service from the Northern Virginia suburbs to Alexandria, Crystal City, and downtown Washington, D.C., along the I-66 and I-95 corridors. Services began in 1992, operating 16 […]

All Weather – Printer Enclosures Case Study

All Weather was searching for printer enclosures to enclose and protect printers in an airport setting. COMPANY SYNOPSIS: According to the company’s website, “All Weather Inc. (AWI) is a leading developer of highly accurate, highly dependable aviation technology solutions that help… customers minimize risks in an unpredictable world. AWI combines state-of-the-art air traffic integration and surface […]