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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 […]

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 […]

Overhead Door

COMPANY SYNOPSIS: According to the company’s website, “The Overhead Door™ Brand is one of the most recognized and respected brands in the garage door industry. C.G. Johnson, invented the upward-lifting garage door in 1921 and the electric garage door opener in 1926.” Overhead Door has been installing garage doors for almost 100 years and has over 450 authorized […]

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Virginia Railway Express desired to upgrade out-of-date LED scrolling signs to dynamic outdoor digital signage.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 […]

Scotts Miracle-Gro Company – Monitor Enclosures Case Study

Scott’s Miracle-Gro was interested in stainless steel monitor enclosures for their plant. COMPANY SYNOPSIS: According to the Scotts website, “The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company is the world’s largest marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden products. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company was founded in 1868 by O.M. Scott as a premium seed company for the U.S. agricultural industry. In […]

Effects of Heat & Humidity on Computer Enclosures

What toll will heat and humidity take on electronics in a sealed computer enclosure? When choosing a computer enclosure, it is always a good rule of thumb to determine the necessary thermal management. An enclosure that has an internal temperature of over 95°F generally calls for a cooling system that is more powerful than a […]

Wis-Pak of Norfolk – Monitor Enclosures

Wis-Pak was in need of NEMA 4X monitor enclosures for a PC monitor, which is used for the collection of vital data. COMPANY SYNOPSIS: Wis-Pak of Norfolk is a leading manufacturer of soft drinks, non-carbonated beverages, and purified water, currently producing over 95 different flavors. The 211,000 square foot facility houses four filling lines that […]

Computer Enclosures & Preventative Maintenance

How can industrial computer enclosures help a manufacturing plant? Like modern medicine, the idea of proactively taking a role in the “health” of electrical equipment will provide great value to a company. If an illness is approaching, the human body has the ability to provide early warning signs. The same can be said about electronics. While […]