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Nurse Call Systems and Their Importance in Hospitals?

praful ahire June 4, 2024June 25, 2024Membrane Keypad Leave a comment

Nurse call system is a vital communication tool used in healthcare facilities to enable patients to get assistance from nursing staff promptly and efficiently. Those systems bridge the gap between patients and their caregivers thereby ensuring the immediate attention that these patients require for the safety, care, and overall efficiency of the hospital. Improving patient care is the central significance of nurse call systems. In situations like emergencies where response time is crucial, such systems can have a major effect … Continue reading “Nurse Call Systems and Their Importance in Hospitals?”

An Evolution into Production-Linked Incentive (PLI)Schemes for Consumer Electronics Manufacturing Companies

praful ahire May 22, 2024June 25, 2024Capacitive Switch, Customized Input Devices, Membrane Keypadcapacitive touch switch, membrane keypad Leave a comment

The Indian government, 1 April 2020 launched a new scheme PLI (Production linked incentive) in its mission to make the nation towards a self-depended and globally competitive manufacturing sector, which has presented a revolutionary initiative, The Production linked incentive scheme (PLI). But what exactly is a PLI Scheme, and how can it help different segments of manufacturing industries in India – from Large scale to small scale units. Particularly, when it comes to small scale manufacturers producing components input devices, … Continue reading “An Evolution into Production-Linked Incentive (PLI)Schemes for Consumer Electronics Manufacturing Companies”

7 Industrial Keyboard selection considerations before buying one

Prathamesh Sawant May 22, 2023May 22, 2023Industrial Keyboards, Membrane Keypad, Metal KeyboardATEX, ATEX Zone rated, class 1 div 2, Class 2 Division 1, Class I Division I, explosion proof keyboard, Hazardous areas, industrial business, industrial keyboard, industrial operations, Intrinsic safety, Intrinsically Safe, intrinsically safe equipment, Intrinsically Safe Industrial Keyboard, intrinsically safe keyboard, membrane keyboards, rugged design, Safe keyboard, safety initiatives, Stainless steel cases Leave a comment

It is your duty as owner or engineer to ensure a safe working environment for your employees and customers. If you run a business with hazardous areas, it is important to take extra precautions in order to prevent fires or explosions. You can prevent disasters by investing in intrinsically safe office equipment. This includes keyboards as well, for example, industrial membrane keyboard, industrial keyboard with touchpad or trackball (metal keyboards). Here are the top qualities you should look for in safe industrial keyboard, … Continue reading “7 Industrial Keyboard selection considerations before buying one”

Which HMI will best suit the application?

Prathamesh Sawant February 15, 2023February 15, 2023Capacitive Switch, HMI, Membrane Keypad, Metal Keyboardcapacitive sensor, HMI, industrial keyboards, membrane keypad, metal keyboards Leave a comment

We are often asked this question by first-time customers who approach us for complete design of HMI from scratch. Different customers who have requirement of HMI call them by different names and terminology. From membrane keypads and keyboards to silicone keyboards, touch sense panels and metal keyboards, they are all human-machine interfaces or HMI. Although HMI buyers might have their own opinions on this, however, the reality is that Linepro has thousands of active customers with hundreds and thousands of … Continue reading “Which HMI will best suit the application?”

Membrane Keypads best Design Practices

Prathamesh Sawant January 3, 2023January 3, 2023Membrane Keypaddesign of membrane keypad, keypad membrane, membrane keyboard, membrane keypad, membrane switch Leave a comment

Membrane keypads, switches and keyboards are a specific type of customized circuit assembly that is designed to open or shut it’s current flowing circuit path. A keypad is made of many layers with each of the layer in the assembly construction has its own role. But what are the basic principles of designing a membrane keypad circuit and what best practices should you adhere to for ensuring your success? Read in detail: What is Membrane Keypad? The Function of Graphical Overlays in … Continue reading “Membrane Keypads best Design Practices”

DIY Custom Membrane Keypads and Switches Design

Prathamesh Sawant November 28, 2022November 28, 2022Membrane Keypad, Uncategorizeddesign of membrane keypad, DIY membrane keypad, membrane keyboard, membrane keypad, membrane switch Leave a comment

If you are searching an article where you may learn DIY Custom Membrane Keypads or switches design from a Professional Keypad Manufacturer like us, then you are at a right spot! We play with membrane keypads daily, so be rest assured that your DIY membrane keypad will work great with us. Just check the image below of a standard membrane keypad used for a handheld device. Does not it suit well on that tiny device? Great color combination, suitable surface … Continue reading “DIY Custom Membrane Keypads and Switches Design”

What is Tactile Feedback in a Keypad for Input Devices?

Prathamesh Sawant September 16, 2022September 16, 2022Customized Input Devices, Membrane Keypad, Tactilemembrane keyboard, membrane keypad, membrane switch, non-tactile, silicone keypads, tactile Leave a comment

Tactile Keypads are those specially created to provide an indication or feedback to users following the actuation or ‘key press‘. For instance, when a button or key is pressed on a non-tactile keyboard, the user’s fingers press against the visual representation of the button. The users are unaware of the exact moment they activated the button unless there is some visual indication which assures user of receipt of input being recorded. In contrast, a tactile keypad can provide the sensation of a snap … Continue reading “What is Tactile Feedback in a Keypad for Input Devices?”

Customized membrane keypad important aspects of designing: The reliability and pricing!

Prathamesh Sawant September 13, 2022November 10, 2022Membrane Keypadkeypad membrane, membrane keyboard, membrane keypad, membrane switch Leave a comment

Pricing and reliability are most important when designing a new membrane keypad or switch project. The design of the user human machine interface (HMI) must be sustainable in the working environment, should be able to meet functional requirements and economical. Read our Blog on : What is Industrial HMI? Applications & Design Considerations. The price of creating a customized membrane keypad design has to be in line with the overall project budget prior to committing to any kind of production. The price … Continue reading “Customized membrane keypad important aspects of designing: The reliability and pricing!”

ADHESIVE PRODUCTS FOR MEMBRANE KEYPADS, KEYBOARDS & SWITCHES

Prathamesh Sawant July 23, 2022July 23, 2022Membrane Keypadkeypad membrane, membrane keyboard, membrane keypad, membrane keypad adhesives, membrane switch, membrane switch material Leave a comment

Adhesives are critical part of membrane keypads, keyboards & switches. Adhesives contribute greatly in the success of a keypad. It would not be incorrect to quote that it is the adhesive which holds the entire membrane keypad into one. In this article, we would discuss about two critical parts of membrane keypad: 1. The Spacer 2. Mounting Adhesive These layers are not as well-known as the PCB and graphic overlay, but they are crucial to creating an easy-to-use electronic control … Continue reading “ADHESIVE PRODUCTS FOR MEMBRANE KEYPADS, KEYBOARDS & SWITCHES”

Washing Machine Membrane Keypad & Keyboard Lift up issues

Prathamesh Sawant June 17, 2022June 17, 2022Membrane Keypadgraphic overlay for membrane keypad, membrane keyboard, membrane keypad, membrane keypad washing machine, membrane switch Leave a comment

Since the 90s, membrane keypads, keyboards & switches were extensively used in the industrial sector particularly in household appliances like washing machines, because of their attractive appearance, low weight, compact size, and lengthy lifespan. The procedure of using pressure-sensitive adhesives to join the keyboard’s membrane switch onto the washing machine housing is easy and efficient and the bond strength is sufficient. It’s one of the most popular techniques for assembly. As the standard of living continues to rise and improve, … Continue reading “Washing Machine Membrane Keypad & Keyboard Lift up issues”