Roadmap to a Custom Project 30 May 2019, 6:58 pm

It can feel overwhelming to try to find a custom solution to a unique problem. Specific challenges often can’t be addressed with an out-of-the box product. The process of figuring out a solution to a unique or challenging problem is a collaboration between Electrone and our clients. 

What do we need from you?

It starts out with a non-technical dialogue, to outline the specific need or problem and the expected outcome. We’ll work with our team to start to propose some potential solutions, consulting with you along the way. Of course we’ll keep technical and logistical barriers in mind, and consider all aspects of the project. Once we come up with an idea that we all agree might meet your needs, we’ll put together a summary and price for the proposed project. Then it’s time to get down to technical details.

What technical details do we need?

We’ll need specific details of your starting point. If detailed drawings don’t exist, we can guide you in finding the information we need. We can put together technical specifications and make sure that the proposed solution meets them. 

How long will it take?

The design and proposal process for a very simple project could be as little as two weeks; a more complex project may require more time. Any production required is not included in these estimates.

When does formal commitment happen?

Once you’ve received our proposed solution and pricing, it’ll be time for you to decide if you want to move forward. 

How is pricing determined?

Pricing depends on the project of course, but also on how much we take on. This depends on the number of disciplines involved (mechanical, electrical, software). Typically custom projects span more than one discipline.

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Machine Minding: Use the 735 PoE to capture operational information from multiple remote locations. 10 May 2019, 4:46 pm

Two factories, in different countries, making similar products. How can you monitor productivity over long distances? Our 735 PoE will do it for you! This keypad will not just communicate directly with a local operator; it can also communicate over the internet so information can be gathered remotely from a single central location.

Information gathered can be sent over the network, internet, or VPN to a host application that arranges the information into reports. That information can trigger communications with necessary staff for reporting or maintenance. Data can be timestamped, and is constantly monitored for immediate response.

We will work with you to configure the keypads and create the app needed for communication with multiple remote locations. Your app can also send instructions to the display of any specific keypad for the local operator. 

Keypads can be customized to include a serial port. This can allow for connection to local printers, magnetic stripe card readers, etc. We can help customize your keypad network to your unique company needs. 

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Solutions, Solutions, Solutions: Available connections for the Electrone 735 keypad with display – TCP/IP – PoE; USB VCP or HID and Serial/RS232 17 Dec 2018, 3:00 pm

KEY FEATURES

• Easy bi-directional communication*
• USB VCP, allows the the keypad to connect to a USB port, but communicate with an application as SERIAL via a COM port.
• TCP/IP allows you to gather information over a network or even the internet.  Ideal for industrial’machine minding’, and delivey of internet services.
• Plug and play, the USB-HID unit, will display keystrokes and send when the enter key is pressed. Ideal for use with a standard program.
• The key pad can be customized for you specific application
• The back lit 2 x 16 character display is controlled by your app

Please ask about wall mount, and network switch equipped versions

* The USB-HID is the only version that does not allow application control of the screen.

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Cleankeys CK4W Wireless Keyboard with Glass Surface: The perfect keyboard for hospitals. 10 Dec 2018, 3:00 pm

The new wireless glass keyboard is a perfect combination of elegant design, operating comfort and a high level of hygiene.
These German made keyboards feature a touch surface made of glass. This unit is particularly suitable for hygiene sensitive areas like hospitals, doctor’s offices and labs.

Features
The complete flat and closed Gorilla® glass surface with IP65  protection allows for a fast cleaning with an easy wipe.
To avoid mis-use during the cleaning process you can disable the buttons of the keyboard by hitting the keylock button.
Maintenance of a high hygiene level is ensured with by a status LED which reminds the user to clean the keyboard surface after every 10,000 touches.
The capacitive keys are a long lasting technology. The small amount of force needed to push a button makes it perfectly usable for people with limitations on fingers or wrist movement.
With the sensitivity key you can adjust the release threshold to your individual needs.
The VESA-mount on the back allows easy integration.
In the wireless version, the state of charge is displayed in eight levels on the LED bar to keep you informed.

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F60 Switch Module Trackball 3 Dec 2018, 7:07 pm

The F60 Switch Module Trackball is a high specification device for use in extremely demanding environments. The unique chassis design provides excellent impact strength, electrical shielding, and environmental capabilities to make an all round robust solution for the most demanding of applications.
High-grade stainless steel shafts and bearings ensure a solid and precise pointer control, whilst the military grade micro switch arrangement provides excellent tactile feedback and reliability.
A choice of top plate and chassis configurations are available. Please ask about customization and anti vibration.

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Electrone Americas Releases Touch Free Printer For Hygenic Labelling in Contamination-Sensitive Environments 12 Sep 2018, 4:24 pm

BOCA RATON, FL, September 12, 2018 /24-7PressRelease/ — Electrone Americas Ltd. Co. will be releasing a new touchless printing system to the market.

Practical labelling in commercial kitchens and laboratories requires clear and specific recording of date information. Handwriting can be illegible, writing implements can become vectors of contamination, and labels can be overlooked by busy staff managing time constraints. The new Wave and Print label printing system is designed to address these barriers to hygenic storage.

A simple wave prints a correct-to-the-minute adhesive label for use in commercial kitchens, laboratories, or wherever else time and date need to be captured. Labels can be customized according to customer need, including size and content. The printer is entirely self-contained and does not require a computer or internet connection. The printer and keypad are powered by a single plug-in power supply.

“Due to the requirement for all the fridge and freezer contents to have a date of entry label, it is a common practice in commercial kitchens to mark the date of refrigeration with a pen and strip of tape. With our expertise in custom keypads and devices, we knew that Electrone could use technology to make a streamlined device that could address this requirement,” said Stuart Thorn, President of Electrone Americas.

Chef Tim, at the beta test site, says “The Electrone Wave and Print produces perfect labels and makes light work of what can be time consuming chore during prep and cleanup.”

The label can be configured to have a line of static text at the top, which could be the business name or an instruction, up to 16 characters. No configuration is required for the system, just plug in the power supply to a wall socket, and start printing beautiful lables!

Electrone is accepting orders from 12 September 2018 for shipment the week of 1 October. To learn more or purchase, please visit www.waveandprint.com or contact Electrone at (561) 395-3398.

About Electrone Americas
Electrone was established in the UK in 1984 and expanded operations as Electrone Americas Ltd. Co. In 1996. Their focus includes specialty keyboards and other customized data input devices. For more information or to contact, please visit www.waveandprint.com or www.electrone.com.

https://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/456471/electrone-americas-releases-touch-free-printer-for-hygenic-labelling-in-contamination-sensitive-environments 

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Getting started with PiCamera module with your Raspberry Pi 27 Mar 2017, 10:20 pm

Do you use your Raspberry Pi to take pictures or Recording videos? Now, you will be able to do just that using the PiCamera module.

The Raspberry Pi Camera Module is a custom designed add-on for Raspberry Pi. It attaches to Raspberry Pi by way of one of the two small sockets on the board upper surface.

Connect the Camera Module:

• First of all, your Pi must be switched off. Then connect the Camera module in the socket as shown in the next image.

• Start Up the Pi.
• Select “ Preferences” from the main menu on the upper left side of the Desktop, then select “Raspberry Pi Configuration Tool”.

• Now, We will make sure that the Camera software is Enabled, and If not choose Enabled then click “OK” and REBOOT your PI.

Preview your Camera

After your camera is connected and your software is enabled and rebooting the Pi, you can get started by trying out the camera preview.

1. Open Python 3 from the main menu

2. Open a new file and save it as py . It’s important that you do not save it as picamera.py .

3. Enter the following code:

4. Save with Ctrl + S and run with F5. The camera preview should be shown for 10 seconds, and then close. Move the camera around to preview what the camera sees.

NOTE:

the camera preview only works when a monitor is connected to the Pi, so remote access (such as SSH and VNC) will not allow you to see the camera preview.

Take a Picture

• Open a new file or edit the previous one to be like this code:-

It’s important to sleep for at least 2 seconds before capturing, to give the sensor time to set its light levels.

• Run the code and you’ll see the camera preview open for 5 seconds before capturing a still picture. You’ll see the preview adjust to a different resolution momentarily as the picture is taken.

• You’ll see your photo on the Desktop. Double-click the file icon to open.

Recording a Video

• We can make a simple modification to the previous code to record a video to be like this:-

• Run the code; it will record 10 seconds of video and then close the preview.

• To play the video, Open the terminal window and Type the following command and press Enter to play the video:

omxplayer video.h264

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This is much better than other industrial tools and more accurate too! 29 Jul 2016, 7:31 am

Interestingly, though shockingly, many of the workmen’ tools used to this date, are actually an invention of the Roman Empire!

Just consider this – Ancient Greeks used an ‘industrial tool’ in their machinery. Any guesses? Yes, screws!

Don’t you think present day humans are better than people in that age when it comes to knowledge? Well, yes, definitely not in the tactics of wars for sure. Since, industrial revolution kicked in, the human brain has sharpened its edges to write a technically advanced chapter in its history.

Precision has always been desired by humans at work, to better their efforts and outputs. Be it those sharp edged tool implements used for hunting by early man or todays computer age gadgets. The mouse has been around for about half a century now, and has contributed immensely more than what can be expected with a pointer tool.

With times demanding a better device than mouse, as dimensions are added in different processes, it renders it useless at times.

So what’s next?

The answer is with Electrone! No, not the chemistry one, please!

It’s the Electrone’ Trackballs! These devices come with attached sensors that track the movement of the ball. These are optical trackballs that are water resistant too and are reasonably durable when comes to use in industrial environments. The trackballs come in handy with industrial works like processing, automation, metal processing, automotive and many others.

The best feature – This device adds the 3^rd dimension to the processes, which was not possible with the mouse.

Get updated! Add new dimensions. Add precision. Buy Electrone Trackballs now!

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Looking for a better check on your employees other than outsiders? Experience this 29 Jul 2016, 7:28 am

In the lunch time, the office canteen seems to have more heads than payroll counts!
This mis match stems from the fact that manual guarding is not much help when it comes to offices and corporate check points. Guards and security personnel are not efficient enough to filter out the non-entrants.
It’s 10:20 and still half the office seems empty!

Got any fresh excuses?
Moreover, tardiness at work may be a habit for employees, but a sure nuisance for the employers. Turning up late at office hours and sneaking in quietly is a quality honed by many.

Oh Yes, not to forget.. Office security too!
It is low on the list of many who do not pay much attention to this aspect, until an incident.
For such tardiness, callousness and high-end security concerns, Electrone brings out a relentless & reliable security device. The POE keypad access control is a device that handles and caters to all your security concerns at work place.
This reliable and full proof device that is easy to install and work upon is fully programmable with multiple functions.

Yes, it works on TCP/IP protocols, hence fully controllable through internet access.
Even better – It can be used in ‘offline mode’ too. Exactly, it is programmed to give you access when there is no electricity or internet access and a lot more..
Keep access control to you and yourself alone. Be the Boss now! Experience it!!

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Campuses are in need of the best security system. This is it! 29 Jul 2016, 7:22 am

Imagine a situation when you are at the campus and are ghettoed by a bunch of bad boys who force themselves in the campus premises, trying to bully you on your first day?
You would surely like to skip the thought, wouldn’t you?
Now, if you have a ready integrated system that makes it easier to filter these Amoeba boys gang (Yes coming from The Powerpuff Girls cartoon fame), wouldn’t it be a much better place?
Surely!
Just like this, there are number of instances where campus security is compromised and staff & students feel the need for a better place to be.
Another issue of concern is the time discipline, concerning everybody. Many people give a damn to coming on time, disturbing the decorum for the others too.

This it!
For times like these and many others, Electrone has a full proof security device – POE keypad access control. These security devices are highly efficient and are multifunctional to help the campus authorities manage security and access in a better way.

These security devices work on TCP/IP communication protocols to provide a full network or internet access controls and provide a bi-directional communication (serial over IP Bridge).
These keypads have a special feature – in that the serial device can also be powered by the keypad. The complete management and control of this device remains with the administrator.
University & school Campuses are a better place for both students and teachers alike, thanks to this access control security device from Electrone. Go for It!

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