Reliable Performance in Rain, Sun, and Glove Use

At gas stations across the country, touchscreens have become the standard interface for self-service fuel pumps. They streamline the payment process, offer upsell opportunities, and improve the customer experience. But harsh outdoor environments present serious challenges for touchscreen performance—especially when exposed to rain, snow, extreme temperatures, sunlight, and glove use. That’s where UICO comes in.

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The Challenge of Outdoor Fueling Environments

Touchscreens at gas pumps face a unique set of conditions:

• Weather Exposure: Touchscreens must remain responsive in rain, sleet, snow, and dust storms.

• Direct Sunlight: Bright daylight can wash out displays, making it hard for users to see on-screen prompts.

• Glove Interaction: Many users wear gloves in cold weather or for hygiene reasons—standard touchscreens often don’t register these inputs.

• Temperature Extremes: From freezing winters to scorching summers, the screen must perform reliably across a wide range of temperatures.

• Vandalism & Heavy Use: Gas pumps experience high traffic and occasional abuse, requiring screens that are durable and tamper-resistant.

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UICO’s Solution: Designed for the Real World

UICO designs and manufactures rugged projected capacitive touchscreens that excel in outdoor, high-traffic, and industrial environments—including gas pumps. Here’s how we overcome common touchscreen challenges:

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✅ All-Weather Performance

Our screens work reliably in rain, snow, and extreme humidity. With advanced water rejection technology, the screen can tell the difference between a water droplet and a real touch—eliminating false triggers.

✅ Glove-Ready Touch

UICO touchscreens are tuned to recognize input from thick gloves, whether leather, nitrile, or insulated. No need to remove gloves to interact with the screen—ideal for cold climates and sanitation-conscious users.

✅ Sunlight Readable Displays

We offer screens with high brightness and optical bonding, minimizing reflections and maximizing clarity in direct sunlight—ensuring clear visibility 24/7.

✅ Wide Temperature Tolerance

Our touchscreen systems are tested and proven to operate in -40°C to +85°C, making them ideal for deployment across all climates—from desert heat to subzero winters.

✅ Durability Built In

With tough cover glass options and vandal-resistant coatings, our touchscreens are built to withstand impacts, scratches, and years of high-use operation.

 

Why Touchscreens at Gas Pumps Are Here to Stay

Modern fuel stations are embracing touchscreens not just for payments, but also for:

• Upselling car washes, snacks, and loyalty programs

• Running advertisements or dynamic promotions

• Offering multi-language support for broader customer reach

• Improving accessibility and user experience

But these benefits only work if the touchscreen is responsive, readable, and rugged—every time. That’s what UICO delivers.

Custom Solutions for Pump Manufacturers

UICO offers custom touchscreen solutions tailored to your fuel pump design. Whether you need a specific screen size, waterproof coatings, glove optimization, or full integration support, our engineering team is ready to help.

Let’s build a better user experience at the pump—no matter the weather.

👉 Contact us today to learn more about rugged touchscreen solutions for fuel pumps.