In modern society, information collection, data display and system control must use specific equipment, such as industrial displays. Some key functions of industrial displays are frequently mentioned, such as automation systems, industrial control platforms and outdoor equipment in harsh environments, which require a certain level of protection and certain requirements for the materials of industrial displays. Compared with ordinary materials, the application of stainless steel shells in industrial displays has obvious advantages. Because of its excellent corrosion resistance and structural stability, it has gradually become one of the mainstream choices for industrial display shells.
1. Manufacturing difficulties
Due to the high processing and sealing requirements of industrial displays, the use of stainless steel as the shell material of industrial displays has certain difficulties in the manufacturing process. Stainless steel has the characteristics of high hardness and low ductility, and industrial displays must have excellent waterproof and dustproof properties. The sealing treatment between the shell and the screen and the back cover must have no gaps. Therefore, during processing, such as cutting, bending and welding, professional equipment and technology are required, otherwise uneven welds or deformation problems are likely to occur. In addition, stainless steel has a high chromium content and a passivation film is easily formed on the surface. Although this enhances corrosion resistance, processing and processing also bring corresponding difficulties. Furthermore, stainless steel has low thermal conductivity, and the heat dissipation problem during long-term high-load operation needs to be optimized through structural design, such as adding aluminum heat sinks or thermal conductive silicone pads to reduce the burden on the equipment.
2. Advantages of stainless steel
The most significant advantage of stainless steel materials is its excellent corrosion resistance. For places such as food processing, pharmaceutical factories, and chemical workshops that are humid or in contact with chemicals, the characteristics of stainless steel can be well exerted in the environment of corrosive gases, and can effectively resist oxidation, rust and other problems, extend the service life of the equipment, and do not have to worry about the impact of humid environments. For example, in a brewery with a certain degree of corrosiveness, there is often water vapor and alcohol volatiles in the air on its filling line. Ordinary metal casings are prone to rust, while stainless steel casings can maintain stable operation and complete appearance for a long time. Secondly, the surface of stainless steel is smooth and easy to clean. In environments such as restaurants that require frequent disinfection, the stainless steel casing will not age or fall off due to frequent cleaning, saving a certain amount of time for cleaning. In addition, the core advantage of stainless steel lies in its environmental tolerance. In the field of rail transit, console displays need to resist vibration, oil pollution and temperature changes, and stainless steel frames can effectively reduce the risk of component deformation. Finally, stainless steel is naturally resistant to electromagnetic interference and is suitable for strong electromagnetic field environments.
3. Application areas
Stainless steel materials of industrial displays are mainly used in industries with special requirements for hygiene, safety and durability, and are also irreplaceable in specific industrial scenarios. In food processing plants, stainless steel displays are often installed on production lines or in clean rooms, and touch operations simplify workers’ operating procedures and save cleaning time. In the pharmaceutical industry, cleanliness requirements are high, and stainless steel materials meet the environmental requirements of GMP certification, which can effectively reduce the risk of pollution. In the field of outdoor equipment, such as port container management systems or outdoor monitoring stations, stainless steel materials can effectively resist long-term sun, rain and salt spray erosion to ensure stable operation of equipment.
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