Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, typically shortened to ABS, is a common amorphous, thermoplastic polymer. It is typically polymerized through emulsion, though a lot of ABS plastic is formed through the recycling of other ABS plastic. Although other materials are available, ABS plastic is often used in the construction of protective enclosures. Why do so many consumers […]
Did you know that radio frequency identification (RFID) hit the scene in 1945? It was even used during World War II! Electronic RFID tags, which utilize radio waves, can be used to monitor and track objects when scanned with an RFID reader. Barcodes date back to 1949, when Joe Woodland, inspired by Morse Code, patented the […]
Although you may be tempted to simply dump computers and printers out on your facility’s shop floor, this careless conduct won’t do you any favors. The layout and design of your facility can greatly impact how work is conducted within the space. By integrating the needs of people (employees as well as customers, clients, and […]
Although technological buzz tends to revolve around small screens these days – phones, tablets, even watches – big screens are growing in popularity as well. They allow you to display a significant amount of content at once, whether text, graphics, videos, or images. If you take a look around, you’ll find these sizable screens everywhere: lobbies, boardrooms, auditoriums, offices, retail stores, factories […]
The term hygroscopy refers to the phenomenon of attracting and retaining water molecules from the surrounding environment. Paper is quite hygroscopic, so ambient humidity and changes in temperature can influence its weight, thickness, and rigidity. This can cause a variety of issues in moist environments, especially when printers are involved. Thus, it’s important to understand how humidity affects printers […]
Dust can produce a plethora of problems in warehouses and manufacturing spaces. The demands we place on electrical equipment in these dust-laden industrial environments greatly outweigh the demands placed on office computers and printers. Even after using industry best practices for facility dust management, the dust, fibers, and particulates can harm printers, PCs, and other important […]
Downtime frustrates every business owner. Whether your computer crashes, your copier breaks, or your labels will not print, we understand the frustration of out-of-order IT and barcode and label equipment. By definition, downtime refers to “time during which a machine, especially a computer, is out of action or unavailable for use” (source). Not only is it frustrating […]
Every successful business, from expansive corporations to local coffee shops, focuses on maximizing efficiency and reducing costs at one time or another. This endeavor can feel never-ending, especially for businesses that must adapt their design and manufacturing processes to accommodate technological advancements. Equipment evolves, costs fluctuate, and times change. If you’re looking to maximize your business’s efficiency, explore DustShield. Our computer enclosures […]
When the temperature drops, reaching frigid conditions, some barcode label printers can’t cope. They malfunction, operate irregularly, and may even break down. If you want your electronics to operate properly in extreme temperatures, you may need to seek out enclosures with cold chain solutions. This technology can help your equipment function properly and reliably in cold, freezing conditions.
Computers simply are not built to survive in industrial environments. To ensure that your computer can withstand the elements, you should encapsulate it in an enclosure. Not only can an enclosure protect your computer from moisture, dust, and dirt, but it can also ensure that unauthorized personnel are not able to access the device’s data. If you […]
