AIS introduces open-frame touchscreen monitors for kiosk industry
August 10, 2010
Irvine, Calif.-based American Industrial Systems Inc. (AIS) released a line of open-frame touchscreen LCD displays featuring the reliable and durable 3M surface capacitive touch technology in an array of touch-enabled monitors for use in point of sale (POS), digital signage, self-service, foodservice, hospitality and point of information (POI) applications.
The open-frame touch monitors are available currently in 15-, 17-, 19- and 22-inch (wide) sizes. 3M Touch screen monitors are cost-effective solutions and are available off-the-shelf for immediate integration and fast time to market.
3M's industry-standard surface capacitive touchscreen technology, providing a durable, optically-enhanced, and cost competitive solution for kiosks enclosures, industrial automation and retail industries. The touchscreen display is encased in a rugged metal chassis with a variety of mounting options to make integration simple and easy. Optional bezels seal the touchscreen against dirt, dust and liquids, making final integration a breeze. The displays are designed for long product availability, and the tooling, specs and design are controlled by AIS, allowing several years of availability without changes occurring.
The display utilizes an all-glass surface capacitive touch sensor with the proprietary 3M ClearTek Hard Coat to deliver superior durability, 91.5 percent transmission, and superior brightness and contrast compared to other technologies. The all-glass touch sensor has no moving parts, whereas five-wire resistive solutions rely on compressing the top film layer against a conductive coating to recognize touch. AIS has applied its extensive knowledge of touch technologies and LCDs to the design and manufacture of consistently high-quality, reliable touch monitors with most agency approvals and renowned service and support.