Control panels – how to choose the right technology and supplier?
Control panels are an integral part of most electronic devices on the market – both those for industrial and domestic use. Although they are not directly responsible for the most important functions of the equipment, they serve as a simple interface for operating complex devices. The quality of the component with which the user will interact therefore seems crucial, and choosing the right panel supplier affects not only the stable functioning of the entire production process, but also the customer’s experience with the product.
In this article you will learn what to pay attention to when deciding on a supplier from which you will order front and control panels for your devices. By doing so, you will ensure the high quality of components supplied, timely delivery, optimal pricing and, perhaps most importantly, a trusted business partner for years to come.
What to look for when choosing a supplier of control panels?
When deciding to cooperate with a printing house producing control panels, it is worth considering not only the costs involved, but also the supplier’s production capabilities and readiness to introduce new technologies tailored to the requirements of new projects. The biggest advantage of choosing Graffiti Printing House – a company belonging to the Etisoft Group – is its state-of-the-art screen printing department, which is designed to accommodate industrial-scale orders.
The printing of control panels at Etisfot Group is carried out using the screen-printing technique, in which paint, glue or other substance is pressed through a fine mesh with previously prepared graphics. During printing, part of the mesh is covered, allowing the ordered design to be reflected. Details produced using this technique are manufactured in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 norms and standards, ensuring both high aesthetics and quality, as well as a guarantee of repeatability of the manufactured details.
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Control panels – why choose screen printing?
Screen printing is a technique by which it is possible to print control panels and faceplates for electronic devices very precisely. One of the advantages of details made thanks to the screen printing technique is the ability to comply with strict dimensional tolerance requirements (even up to 0.1 mm). The panels are also characterized by high durability, which is ideal for the household appliance industry, i.e. in domestic conditions exposed, for example, to contact with household chemicals.
Front and control panels have an informative function for the user of an electronic device, so first and foremost they must be usable and legible for many years of use of the purchased equipment. Sometimes they also serve a protective function, as displays, LCD screens, electronics and light points in the form of LEDs are hidden behind them. Many panel designs, for example, include holes for knobs or transparent spaces. Because of these, the accuracy of the printed design is crucial from both an aesthetic and functional point of view.
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Control panels – what does the quality control process look like?
The printing of control panels for electronic devices is only one of many steps in the entire process of creating often very complex and intricate equipment. For this reason, its compliance with the requirements provided by the customer must be subject to strict quality control, which will take care of the consistency of the delivered component with the rest of the components of the device. The inspection process consists of several steps and is present at almost every stage of detail production. Once the drawn up documentation is accepted, the physical pattern is subjected to the following steps:
- checking the correctness of the pattern – visually verifying the workpiece at each stage of production with the prepared documentation
- checking dimensions – taking measurements of the workpiece and verifying compliance with the established tolerance, both using a microscope and automated vision equipment
- performing tests for durability and adhesion of paint – the printed workpiece is verified using a notch grid, abrasion test and in terms of resistance to chemicals.
Each design must meet different quality requirements, and Graffiti Printing House, in addition to the standard tests performed on each implementation, customizes the process to meet the needs indicated by its customers. Only after accepting the quality of the design and its correctness with the documentation is the design released for mass production.
Control panels at Etisoft Group – trust the experience of specialists
If you’re looking for a printing company that provides a regular supply of high-quality control panels, choose the offer prepared by Etisoft Group specialists. Graffiti Printing House, which has been a part of it since 2011, has a modern fleet of printing equipment and supplies customers with products in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 norms and standards, so you can count on products that meet individual requirements for dimensional precision and printing durability. If you want control panels and faceplates of the highest quality, you are in the right place.
