All Articles By Richard N Williams

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Richard N Williams is a writer and journalist based in Birmingham, UK. He has many years of experience writing about all aspects of the internet and digital technology. He is the author of several technology related books and his articles have appeared in various publications, trade magazines and online journals.

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Outdoor Communication with Digital Signage

This entry was published on August 1, 2011 by Richard N Williams

Communication in outdoor locations can prove a challenge for many businesses and institutions. Colleges and universities, for instance, have campuses spread over large areas, but an effective form of outdoor communication is essential—especially in times of emergency. While many businesses, such as distribution hubs, find the need to communicate to lorry drivers, staff and visitors, […]

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Modern Advertising Posters

This entry was published on July 29, 2011 by Richard N Williams

Posters have provided advertising content for over two hundred years, ever since the development of lithography at the end of the 18th century. With innovative typography and colour images, posters became an expressive form of communication, combining advertising and art. For over a century, posters have been one of the most widespread forms of advertising […]

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The use of Digital Signage in Healthcare

This entry was published on July 28, 2011 by Richard N Williams

One sector where digital signage has become incredibly popular is in healthcare. Surgeries, dentists, hospitals and other medical practices are increasingly installing digital signage displays to educate, inform and as an advertising platform. Digital signage is ideal for healthcare locations, not just because of the importance of getting important healthcare information to patients but healthcare […]

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Armagard – Breakdowns in Brake Production

This entry was published on July 27, 2011 by Richard N Williams

When leading brake manufacturer, Brembo S.p.A, introduced new, advanced computer-controlled manufacturing processes, they kept having computer breakdowns as the brake dust generated on the shopfloor kept disabling their computers. Unsure what to do, Brembo, who amongst other things provide brakes for MOTOGP, the world GP motorbike championship, thought they would need to continuously replace their […]

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Computer Hardware Problems in the Chiller and Freezer

This entry was published on July 26, 2011 by Richard N Williams

In food distribution hubs, chilled and freezer environments are an essential part of keeping stock fresh and storing food until required by shops and supermarkets. Recently, especially among the big name supermarkets, these chilled distribution hubs have become huge locations, in central locations, where masses of stock are stored before distribution. Keeping track of this […]

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Digital Signage on the High Seas

This entry was published on July 25, 2011 by Richard N Williams

A leading cruise operator is installing digital signage screens across its range of ships to provide way-finding and safety information for guests. Royal Caribbean are installing digital signs for wayfinding, which will also provide details of onboard activities, real-time updates, and customised directions and routing, while LED Video Walls installed across the pool decks will provide cruise […]

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LCD Enclosures – Frequently Asked Questions

This entry was published on July 22, 2011 by Richard N Williams

It’s quite common for customers to ask the same questions with regard to LCD enclosures here are some of the most frequently asked: What are LCD Enclosures? LCD enclosures are protective environments for modern LCD and plasma screens enabling their use in outdoor locations and areas where a normal TV can’t operate due to environmental […]

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LCD Enclosures and the Dissemination of Outdoor Digital Signage

This entry was published on July 21, 2011 by Richard N Williams

Once only found in metropolis centers like New York’s Time Square or London’s Piccadilly Circus, outdoor digital signage has now spread from major urban locations to nearly every town and city in the country. Now found in many high streets, outdoor screens are providing us with advertising, branding, information and news. And they can provide […]

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Features and Components of an LCD Enclosure

This entry was published on July 20, 2011 by Richard N Williams

Protecting screens in outdoor locations involves more than just housing them in a metal box. LCD enclosures are highly engineered cabinets, filled with essential components and design features that enable comprehensive protection, no matter what the ambient conditions. LCD enclosures are waterproof, but the process of waterproofing an LCD screen has its complications. LCD TVs […]

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Digital Signage and Higher Education

This entry was published on July 19, 2011 by Richard N Williams

One location where digital signage has begun to flourish is around higher education institutions. Many universities, colleges and schools have embarked on digital signage campaigns using the screens for a host of reasons around campus. Digital signage provides an ideal platform for on campus communication. Despite students being equipped with so many personal forms of […]

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