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UICO makes the most rugged touch solutions that are standardized, optimized and customized. UICO solves the tough touch problems for the demands of the industrial touchscreen marketplace including heavy equipment manufacturers.
Rugged PCAP Touchscreens Built for Industrial Automation
Industrial environments are among the harshest operating conditions for touchscreen technology. Water, oil, electrical noise, vibration, temperature extremes, gloved operators, and around-the-clock production all challenge conventional touchscreens.
UICO designs rugged projected capacitive (PCAP) touchscreen solutions engineered specifically for industrial OEMs. Whether your equipment operates in factories, food processing plants, heavy equipment, transportation systems, or outdoor installations, our touchscreens deliver reliable performance where consumer-grade displays fail.
From standard products to fully customized solutions, we help manufacturers reduce downtime, improve operator experience, and extend equipment life.
Why Industrial OEMs Choose UICO
Industrial equipment manufacturers trust UICO because our engineering focuses on solving the real-world problems that cause touchscreen failures.
Our solutions include:
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Rugged projected capacitive (PCAP) technology
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Standard and custom touchscreen designs
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Firmware customized for challenging environments
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Glove operation
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Waterproof touch performance
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Electrical noise immunity
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Optical bonding
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High-brightness displays
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Long product life cycles
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U.S.-based engineering support
Industrial Challenges UICO Solves
False Touches from Water and Liquids
Many industrial facilities deal with washdowns, rain, humidity, oils, coolants, and cleaning chemicals.
Our proprietary firmware rejects false touches while maintaining accurate operation through:
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Water
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Oil
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Grease
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Gel
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Cleaning solutions
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Condensation
Thick Gloves
Industrial operators frequently wear:
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Leather work gloves
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Winter gloves
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Cut-resistant gloves
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Chemical-resistant gloves
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Welding gloves
Our controllers can accurately detect touches through gloves up to 5 mm thick, reducing the need for operators to remove PPE.
Electrical Noise (EMI)
Industrial equipment often includes:
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Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
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High-current motors
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Welders
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Pumps
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Compressors
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Inverters
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Long cable runs
These create electromagnetic interference that causes many touchscreens to become erratic.
UICO firmware is engineered to reject electrical noise while maintaining reliable touch performance.
Extreme Temperatures
Industrial equipment may operate in:
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Freezers
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Outdoor enclosures
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Desert climates
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Steel mills
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Manufacturing facilities
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Mining operations
Our rugged touchscreen solutions are designed for reliable performance across wide operating temperature ranges.
Continuous Operation
Many industrial systems operate:
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24/7 manufacturing
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Three-shift production
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Continuous process control
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Mission-critical automation
UICO designs for long service life and dependable operation to minimize downtime and maintenance.
Vibration and Shock
Industrial equipment experiences constant vibration from:
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Heavy machinery
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Mobile equipment
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Forklifts
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Construction equipment
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Agricultural machinery
Our rugged designs help maintain long-term reliability in demanding environments.
Features
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Projected Capacitive (PCAP)
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Multi-touch
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Waterproof touch
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Glove operation
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Optical bonding
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Anti-glare coatings
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Anti-fingerprint coatings
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Chemically strengthened glass
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EMI filtering
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USB, Serial, and I²C interfaces
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High-brightness displays
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Sunlight-readable options
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Standard sizes from 1" to 65"
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Fully custom solutions
Typical Industrial Applications
Rather than just saying "industrial," show the breadth of where UICO excels.
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Factory automation
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Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
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Industrial control panels
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PLC operator interfaces
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CNC machinery
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Packaging equipment
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Food processing systems
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Pharmaceutical manufacturing
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Material handling equipment
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Warehouse automation
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Robotics
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Machine vision systems
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Mining equipment
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Construction equipment
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Agricultural machinery
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Oil and gas equipment
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Marine controls
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Utility systems
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Transportation equipment
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Outdoor industrial kiosks
Standard or Custom, We Can Help
Every OEM has unique requirements.
UICO offers:
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Standard touchscreen products
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Custom glass
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Custom electronics
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Firmware tuning
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Optical bonding
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EMC optimization
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Mechanical integration support
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Engineering consultation
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Long-term lifecycle support
Whether you're updating an existing HMI or developing an entirely new industrial platform, our engineering team works with you from concept through production.
Why PCAP is Replacing Resistive Touchscreens
Many industrial manufacturers are transitioning from legacy resistive technology to modern projected capacitive touchscreens because PCAP offers:
Frequently Asked Questions
Can your industrial touchscreens operate with gloves?
Yes. Our controllers support glove operation up to 5 mm thick.
Will they work around electrical noise?
Yes. UICO firmware is specifically designed to reject EMI commonly found in industrial equipment.
Can they operate outdoors?
Yes. We offer high-brightness, optically bonded, sunlight-readable solutions for outdoor equipment.
Do you build custom industrial touchscreens?
Absolutely. Many of our customers require custom glass, firmware, electronics, and mechanical integration.
What industries do you serve?
Manufacturing, automation, agriculture, construction, mining, transportation, food processing, medical, marine, utilities, defense, and many other industrial markets.
Custom Solutions and Larger Sizes Available - Contact UICO Sales
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