4D Insights

Duratec, specializing in liquid handling devices for various industries, aimed to simplify the control interfaces of their new product line. Partnering with 4D Systems, they integrated a touch display module enhancing user-centricity and operational efficiency. This transition replaced outdated control panels with an intuitive, modern interface without compromising on control capabilities via the RS232 interface. Three new devices were launched, improving user interactions through user-friendly touch displays, showcasing Duratec's commitment to innovation. This collaboration allowed for more straightforward control, monitoring, and interaction with Duratec's devices, ensuring a better user experience and meeting industry demands.

The gen4 series of intelligent display modules by 4D Systems facilitates seamless interaction between users and technology across various industries. With diverse size options and touch capabilities, these modules easily integrate with popular hardware platforms, catering to both industrial and domestic applications. Illustrations of real-world applications, like commercial coffee machines and medical ventilators, underscore their versatility and robustness. Supported by user-friendly design tools, the gen4 series simplifies the development process, making it a viable solution for numerous embedded display needs.

The new 10.4" Diablo16 Integrated Display Module, uLCD-104D, is the latest addition to the microLCD range. This module is a response to the demand for larger displays, without sacrificing ease of integration and usability. With a shape perfect for horizontal extended information, it's powered by the Diablo16 Graphics Processor and offers extensive customisation options. It also integrates seamlessly with the Workshop4 IDE. The module's size and shape make it ideal for applications that require extensive horizontal information. Key features include a 10.4" colour TFT IPS LCD with optional Capacitive Touch, 1024x100-pixel resolution, and 16 customisable GPIO with a range of capabilities, making it a versatile addition to any project.

In the challenging process of creating an advanced 3D printer, BCN3D encountered an unexpected difficulty: finding an appropriate, user-friendly display module. Despite initial struggles, BCN3D discovered the solution in 4D Systems’ gen4 display modules. These modules offered superior resolution, processing power, and flexibility. Key to BCN3D's decision was the modules' easy integration via a serial connection and the Arduino-compatible library into their firmware. For its Sigma R17 3D printer, BCN3D upgraded to the gen4-ULCD-35DCT-CLB, a 3.5-inch Intelligent TFT-LCD display module with capacitive touch, further enhancing the user experience. The gen4 series of intelligent display modules perfectly matched BCN3D's requirements, offering innovative solutions in the sophisticated 3D printing space.