Manufacturing of CNC control panels for precision machining centers: improving both durability and operational efficiency.
Before implementing a new generation of CNC machining center control systems, a well-known precision machinery manufacturer in Taichung faced problems with its existing control panels, including button wear under high-frequency operation, blurred text, and poor readability at night. Furthermore, the 24-hour continuous operation of the production line and the prolonged splashing of cutting fluid and coolant further compromised the durability of the existing panel materials and markings, impacting operational accuracy and maintenance costs.
FKX 's industrial control panel solution:
- Made with high-strength PC material as the core, combined with industrial-grade panel printing and double-layer printing process, key text and graphics are designed on the inner layer, and the outer layer is protected by scratch-resistant hardening and anti-UV coating, so that it will not fade or smudge even after long-term use.
- For the cutting fluid/coolant environment at the machine site, the IP65 protection design meets the requirements for waterproofing and dustproofing, and the 3M industrial adhesive and bonding fixtures ensure that the panel still has stable adhesion on the powder-coated metal shell.
- Considering the complex interface and numerous indicator lights, the panel area uses a high-transparency material and an integrated backlight design, ensuring accurate identification even at night or in low-light environments. The surface has a matte finish to reduce glare interference while retaining a good tactile feel for the fingertips, improving the feel and accuracy of operation.
In terms of the signage system, we use stainless steel nameplates combined with metal etching to produce operating instructions and industrial safety warning signs. The etched grooves are filled with color to ensure that the text is clear for a long time and is wear-resistant and corrosion-resistant. We also use weather-resistant self-adhesive stickers to produce safety warning stickers and serial number labels to meet on-site traceability and maintenance management.
In the early stages of the project, digital printing was used for rapid prototyping to expedite customer evaluation of font size, aperture alignment, and visual hierarchy. During the mass production phase, color difference and tolerance SPC control was implemented to ensure consistency across batches, and RoHS/REACH material declarations were provided to facilitate supply chain compliance.
Customer feedback:
One year after implementation, customer feedback indicated an approximately 15% improvement in operational accuracy and a significant decrease in errors. The durability of the panel and signage was significantly enhanced, reducing maintenance and replacement frequency by approximately 60%, effectively saving on spare parts and downtime costs. Integrated backlighting and a high-transparency window make nighttime operation more intuitive, while the matte anti-glare design reduces eye strain during extended reading sessions.
Overall, this project not only meets the core requirements of "industrial control panels" in terms of wear resistance, chemical resistance, and clear readability, but also takes into account brand recognition (stainless steel nameplates, metal etching) and the advantages of localized delivery time. If you are looking for services such as "industrial control panel OEM," "PC panel printing," "stainless steel nameplate manufacturing," or "metal etching," please contact FKX . We can provide a complete solution from material selection, layout optimization, prototyping to mass production, based on your machine structure, environmental conditions, and industrial safety standards.
