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Large-format touch screens are moving beyond monitors and becoming part of tables, exhibits, counters and interior spaces. See how PCAP technology helps designers create interactive experiences that feel built into the environment.

Electromagnetic interference (EMI) can create serious performance challenges for projected capacitive (PCAP) touch screens used around motors, power supplies, radios, vehicle electronics, industrial equipment and other sources of electrical noise. Effective EMI shielding helps protect sensitive electronics while supporting reliable touch performance in demanding environments. Two technologies commonly considered for transparent EMI shielding are indium tin oxide (ITO) conduct

7 Tough Places Touch Screens MUST Work Your phone has it pretty easy. It spends most of its life in a pocket, purse, car or climate-controlled building. It probably isn't being sprayed with water, operated with heavy work gloves, shaken by industrial machinery, blasted by sunlight or expected to work outside in freezing temperatures. Industrial touch screens aren't always so lucky. Projected capacitive (PCAP) touch screens are now being integrated into equipment and control

For OEMs, system integrators, equipment manufacturers, and defense contractors, choosing a rugged industrial tablet involves much more than selecting screen size, processing power, or operating system. Tablets used in vehicles, factories, field service, transportation, utilities, and military applications must continue operating when exposed to conditions that would quickly challenge an ordinary consumer device. A truly rugged tablet is engineered as a complete system. Displa

Industrial human-machine interfaces (HMIs) are changing. As manufacturing equipment becomes more sophisticated, the touchscreen is evolving from a simple control panel into an increasingly important interface for machine data, visual inspection, diagnostics, operator control and system status. For OEMs designing the next generation of industrial equipment, that evolution has important implications. Touchscreens need to display more information, operate reliably in demanding e

Outdoor interactive displays have to do much more than simply provide a large screen. Direct sunlight, rain, temperature changes, continuous operation and demanding public environments can quickly expose the limitations of conventional commercial displays. UICO is expanding its large-format outdoor touchscreen capabilities with 55-inch, 65-inch and 75-inch outdoor touchscreen displays designed for applications where visibility, durability and reliable touch performance matte

Industrial touch screens are expected to perform where consumer devices simply cannot. Whether installed on construction equipment, medical devices, military systems, marine electronics, oil and gas equipment, or factory automation, a rugged touch screen must continue operating in rain, direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, vibration, electrical noise, and while being used with thick work gloves. Not every touch screen is engineered for these conditions. Two displays may app

Projected Capacitive (PCAP) touchscreens have long been the gold standard for modern Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs). They offer crisp displays, multi-touch capabilities, and a sleek, button-free aesthetic. However, deploying standard PCAP technology into extreme, rugged environments has traditionally been a battle against the laws of physics. In heavy manufacturing, military deployments, and outdoor installations, engineers are constantly fighting three major disruptors: ele

When a Critical LCD Reaches End of Life, Your Entire Product Can Be at Risk Every OEM expects technology to evolve. What no manufacturer wants is to discover that a critical component has reached end of life while their own product is still in production. For companies that build industrial equipment, medical devices, transportation systems, kiosks, or rugged commercial products, an End-of-Life (EOL) notification for an LCD module can create a chain reaction throughout the o

Touch screens have become essential in many industries, but not all touch screens are built to withstand harsh conditions. UICO’s touch screens stand out because they combine durability with high performance. We recently shared several videos on LinkedIn that demonstrate just how tough, rugged, and reliable our touch screens are. This blog post explores the strength of UICO touch screens, highlights key features, and shows how these videos provide clear proof of their resilie