Hoffmann + Krippner announced that it has partnered with German manufacturer OKW Gehäuse to develop touchscreen solutions.

OKW creates plastic and aluminum enclosures and turning knobs using different manufacturing and finishing techniques like mechanical processing, vanish, print and EMC coating. By collaborating with OKW, Hoffman + Krippner can being to offer modular touch systems.

The touch screens feature a front glass with a frame that can be designed for the customer’s need, optical bonding of the touch sensor to the front glass and API and PCAP evaluation/controller. The systems can also feature commercially available displays and display controllers and enclosures with different mounting and electrical outputs.

“We are very excited about this new value-added product line in our portfolio,” Jens Kautzor, CEO of Hoffmann + Krippner, said.

OKW’s enclosures are made of aluminum and hide screws for a high-quality appearance. The enclosures are typically best used for wall, desk and mobile applications.

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