Transform Your Vision into Reality with 4D Systems

Finding the perfect display solution for your product can be challenging.
With 30 years of experience and the most skilled engineering team in the field,
we specialize in creating custom display solutions tailored to your specific needs.

Why Choose 4D Systems for Your Custom Display Needs?

Expertise and Experience

With three decades of industry experience and complete control of the graphics stack, our team of expert engineers has the knowledge and skill to develop high-quality, reliable display solutions. We pride ourselves on handling complex projects and delivering results that exceed expectations.

Comprehensive Customization

Whether you need a fully customized display or a modified version of an existing one, we have you covered. We work with top-tier partners to access the most innovative hardware and software and meticulously customize and cost-effective solutions.

Seamless Process

Share your project details with us, and we’ll design and manufacture a sample counterpart to your current solution. From design to delivery, we manage the entire process, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience.

Our Custom Solutions Include:

Unique Display and Touch Panel Designs, tailored to fit your specific application requirements.
Specialised I/O and Connectivity Options, including wired and wireless solutions to meet your needs.
UI/UX design and custom software development, including programming service and interface to any existing platform.

Discover the 4D Systems Difference

Experience unparalleled quality, innovation, and support with 4D Systems’ custom display solutions. Get started today by exploring our case studies or contacting our team to discuss your project requirements.

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Case Studies and
Success Stories

Over the years, our custom display solutions have helped numerous clients bring their ideas to life. Explore our case studies to see how we’ve tackled various challenges and delivered exceptional results.

Our portfolio showcases diverse custom display solutions, such as enhancing usability with high-resolution touchscreens for medical devices, developing robust TFT panels for industrial automation, and creating ultra-thin displays for smart home devices. Explore these success stories to see the 4D Systems difference.

Browse our case Studies

A Melody of Innovation and Nostalgia: Analog Audio Design’s TP-1000
This case study unveils a practical application of embedded innovation, highlighting the process and outcomes of upgrading legacy systems in a technology-focused product line. Through strategic technological integration, the project not only uplifted product performance but also markedly improved customer satisfaction levels. The subsequent pages delve into various strategic and operational enhancements made, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of the concrete impacts and subtleties involved in a real-world, engineer-led embedded innovation initiative. A testament to blending traditional systems with modern innovation.
Enhancing User Experience in Liquid Duratec’s Partnership with 4D Systems
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.
Navigating the Complexities of 3D Printer Displays
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.
Scantrol – Developing a Market Leader in the Seas
Scantrol, an independent supplier of monitoring and control systems for the marine industry, partnered with 4D Systems to equip its mTrack AHC Controller with an OLED display module. The selection of the display was guided by considerations like size, shape, interface, and temperature. According to Øystein Aase, Senior Developer, AHC & Autonomous Systems, the display was critical for operators, offering key information. The OLED display was particularly necessary for providing operators with unique IP addresses to connect with other equipment and for remote support, even while at sea. The display was designed to operate reliably under challenging sea conditions.
JAC x 4D SYSTEMS: From Slicer to Screen
JAC, a leading industrial machinery manufacturer, collaborated with 4D Systems to provide interactive display units for their commercial bakery products, JAC Varia and JAC Tradilevain. JAC required a durable, high-quality and visually appealing screen capable of integrating all adjustment settings for their adjustable slice-thickness bread slicers. Adrien Craeninckx, CEO at JAC, stressed the need for both technical adjustments and user-varied parameters through the graphical interface. While JAC had an older 7-inch display from 4D Systems, they needed a solid, high-resolution but smaller display that could be easily integrated and quickly programmed by their R&D team.
Mikhail Margolis & New Ways to Experience Art
Multimedia artist Mikhail Margolis combines digital technology and traditional art, utilising 4D Systems for innovative experiences. Harnessing skills across a range of media, Margolis blends technology with traditional formats to create unique pieces. His IT background allows him to tackle the technical challenges inherent in multimedia. His art is centred on self-expression and creating works that emotionally engage viewers. A current project is an interactive installation at Galerie Charlot in Paris, which explores the digital-human imprint and our relationship with the environment. Visitors are invited to navigate the exhibit as an amoeba-like entity, prompting reflection on human interaction and our evolving relationship with technology. The installation will make use of LCD-24P4 modules, chosen for their shape and suitability for viewing from various angles.
Henlo Premium Espresso Machine
South African entrepreneur Henlo van der Westhuizen, in partnership with 4D Systems, has developed a premium espresso coffee machine, merging art, engineering, and functionality. Inspired by outdated coffee-shop technology, Van der Westhuizen set out to enhance the coffee experience through advanced engineering. His vision focused on cost-effectiveness, sustainability, and innovative technology, leading to a product comparable in price with mid-high range espresso machines but with added telemetry. Committed to sustainability, his machines are designed for exceptional service life, enhanced by telemetry and data reporting. This journey led to the essential collaboration with 4D Systems for the machine's display technology.
Advancing Air Purification Technologies
Airinspace, based in Élancourt, France, was founded in 2002 with the objective of develop a way to provide the cleanest air in space. By developing air purifiers and airborne surface disinfection machines, they provided safe environments for humans in space, initially on the Russian space station Mir and later at the International Space Station (ISS). Today, the French company’s air purifiers are depended upon in hospitals across the world (circa 50 countries) to keep vulnerable patients safe from air and surface contamination as well as by research laboratories needing to mitigate potential airborne particles and microorganisms from disrupting their results. The product design team’s emphasis on the product’s ergonomics and aesthetic needs to be matched with an equal touch-screen experience also.
3D Printed Advanced Anatomical Medical Mask
Leonardo Bilalis, a PhD student at the University of Piraeus, Greece, is working on a project creating a 3D-printed medical mask called "AMARYSIA ARTEMIS," incorporating an intelligent round display from 4D Systems. This advanced mask, designed for use in intensive care units (ICUs), integrates several biometric sensors, offering immediate sensor data for medical applications. The team faced challenges with the geometric design and integration of the display within the mask. They selected the Smart pixxiLCD-13P2 display from 4D Systems, which offered on-board smart graphics, embedded drivers, and a variety of display tools. The project underscores the potential of additive manufacturing in customising medical equipment to enhance patient care.
Caretaker Medical
Caretaker Medical, a digital health company, has developed VitalStream, a wireless wearable monitor improving patient outcomes by measuring continuous 'beat-by-beat' blood pressure, vital signs and hemodynamics. This technology, conceived over several years, is aimed at enhancing patient comfort, communication capabilities, clinician workflow, and importantly, the accuracy of measurements. To facilitate an intuitive user interface, a suitable touch display was needed, which would be located on the patient's wrist for easy configuration and operation, a feature not previously available in older versions of the VitalStream platform. Compliance with rigorous standard operating procedures (SOPs) and healthcare regulations is critical throughout this design process.
Team Solarium Case Study
Team Solarium, a group of Indian undergraduate engineering students, are developing a solar electric vehicle for the ESVC3000, Asia's largest Electric Solar Vehicle Championship, using 4D SYSTEMS' display unit SK-GEN4-43DCT-CLB. Chosen for its low power, lightweight properties, and user-friendly interface, this display will enable easy driver interaction and integration with the vehicle's CAN bus. Located on the dashboard behind the steering wheel, the display will help the driver monitor key vehicle parameters. Their ultimate ambition is to compete in the World Solar Challenge, highlighting their commitment to advancing renewable energy solutions in transportation.
Historic Hotel in Fort Worth Texas Digitally Transformed with Smart Display Solutions from Australia
The Sinclair Hotel in Fort Worth, Texas, has transformed a 1900s building into a fully digital, high-tech environment, thanks to IoT technologies from companies such as Intel, Cisco, NuLEDs, and Igor-Tech. 4D SYSTEMS played a key role in the digital infrastructure, providing custom-designed intelligent display modules that allow guests to control various aspects of their environment, including room temperature, lighting, and window shades. These interfaces create a bridge between the data-driven infrastructure and the user, enhancing the guest experience. This digital retrofitting also contributes to significant energy savings, aligning with sustainability goals. 4D SYSTEMS offers custom solutions for building automation projects, showcasing its capacity to adapt to specific needs and specifications.
iX Energy Case Study
iX Energy, a provider of intelligent mobility solutions based in New Delhi, India, partnered with 4D Systems to source a high-quality LCD display for their vehicle conversion kits, which transform conventional vehicles into electric or hybrid ones. Given iX Energy's need for a cost-effective and quickly implementable solution, 4D Systems recommended an off-the-shelf LCD product - the GEN4-ULCD-50DCT-CLB. This unit offers high-quality visuals, aesthetic appeal, and compatibility with iX Energy's retrofitted vehicles. While the display unit has not yet reached the final stage of production, the iX Energy team is confident that it will integrate seamlessly with the vehicles, providing important parameters and guidelines to the driver during vehicle operation.
CEiiA rapidly develops a Ventilator in the fight against COVID-19
CEiiA, the Centre of Engineering and Product Development that pushes innovation in various sectors, found itself in uncharted territory during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite no prior experience in ventilator development, the confronting reality of a ventilator shortage prompted the Portuguese company to respond. Racing against time, CEiiA aimed to produce a new, low-cost, easy-to-assemble ventilator that could be locally produced in Portugal, to meet the immediate and overwhelming demand. The result was the Atena – an Invasive Medical Ventilator, a device designed to increase COVID-19 patients' survivability by providing mechanical invasive ventilation.
MicroPlasma Ozone Case Study
MicroPlasma Ozone (MPO3), a manufacturer of Smart Ozone Systems for maintaining the health of in-ground swimming pools, partnered with 4D Systems to develop a user-friendly and information-rich interface for their ozone generators. Unlike their competitors' systems, which rely on basic on/off switches and LED indicators, MPO3 desired an embedded touchscreen HMI to provide detailed information about the pool's health. After consultation with their preferred team at Digi-Key, Mouser, they opted for the gen4-uLCD-43DT from 4D Systems, chosen for its larger screen, compatibility with their existing enclosure, and powerful processor. The touchscreen displays real-time data on Ozone Gas Flow, Temperature, Humidity, and Ambient Ozone Gas, and system health. The successful product launch has resulted in positive market feedback, with users appreciating the innovative HMI integrations and detailed system operation information.
Optimising a world-class ready-to-drive vehicle
Rennteam Stuttgart, the University of Stuttgart’s combustion team that holds the 1st place world ranking in the international Formula Student design competition, has successfully implemented an improved driver display system with the help of 4D Systems. Bora Özgen, a member of Rennteam’s electronic team, chose 4D System’s gen4-4DCAPE-50CT-SB as their LCD display unit due to its compatibility with their main display control unit, the BeagleBone Black. The display shows crucial sensor data, helping to improve vehicle performance and prevent damage. The upgrade simplified programming, increased flexibility for developers, and enhanced the display's responsiveness. The display's integration resulted in positive feedback from drivers and aims to assist the team in defending their world ranking.
Developing bespoke products profitably
Based in Nantes, France, Ledixis designs DMX controllers for lighting control on TV and cinema sets for its brand Exalux which targets commercial customers. It is a balancing act to cost effectively develop new product lines & revenue sources. It requires assessing the overall sales potential of a new product against the development cost to bring that product into the market. Rapid prototyping and the ability to turn an idea into a final product quickly are necessary to keep development costs low. Ledixis was presented with this challenge when they were required to develop a custom DMX controller for a customer, while having to avoid using costly hardware & software.
Leading the way in solar powered vessels
Técnico Solar Boat are a competitive team of 33 university students from a range of engineering disciplines based at Instituto Superior Técnico from Lisbon, Portugal. With a mission to promote the use of renewable energy and electric mobility, they develop vessels from scratch, compete internationally at competitions held in Netherlands & Monaco each year and contribute to the broader industry’s knowledge by sharing their work as an open-source project. With two prototypes & 2 years of competing under their belt, the team wanted to build a new boat – the São Rafael 02. The objective was to be lighter, faster & more efficient than its predecessor, the São Rafael 01. Being a manned vessel, they knew they needed a custom display in the cockpit for the pilot to use to drive the boat in a safe manner.
His Very Own Space Odyssey
Based in New York, USA, Carl Darby set out to create a scale model of the EVA Pod from the Movie 2001: A Space Odyssey – a 1968 epic science fiction film produced and directed by Stanley Kubrick. Not content with simply backlighting the panels, he wanted the panels to be animated just as they did in the film. Using the 1:8 scale model kit from Moebius, Darby needed to find small enough LCD screens that he could program and add into his model to replicate exactly the video screens seen in the movie.