Industrial display

Industrial displays with modular design and integrated wireless/wired communication interfaces solve the problem of difficult upgrade and maintenance of traditional displays, achieve improved flexibility and stability, and adapt to the real-time monitoring and data analysis needs of modern industrial environments.

CN223334905UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-12SHENZHEN GUMEI TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422687303.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-04
Publication Date
2025-09-12
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-04

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Technical Problem

Traditional industrial displays have a high degree of hardware integration, which makes upgrades and maintenance difficult, and they are unable to adapt to the real-time monitoring and data analysis needs of modern factories.

Method used

Design an industrial display with a modular structure. The IoT module can be detachably mounted on the mainboard. It supports WiFi/4G modules and is connected via pin and female headers. The split rear shell design facilitates module replacement and upgrade. An RS485 interface is integrated for wired communication. The display and touch screen are integrated and equipped with a sealing ring and panel protection.

Benefits of technology

It improves the flexibility and adaptability of equipment, simplifies the maintenance process, reduces maintenance costs and time, enhances communication flexibility and reliability, and improves user experience and equipment stability.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an industrial display, and relates to the technical field of industrial display equipment, the industrial display comprises a shell, a mainboard and an Internet of Things module, the shell comprises a face shell and a rear shell, and the face shell and the rear shell are enclosed to form a mounting cavity; the main board is mounted in the mounting cavity; the Internet of Things module is arranged on one side, facing the rear shell, of the mainboard, and is detachably connected with the mainboard; according to the scheme, the Internet of Things module is detachably mounted on the mainboard, so that the industrial display adapts to different network environments or technical updating by replacing or upgrading the Internet of Things module under the condition that the whole equipment is not replaced, and the flexibility and future adaptability of the equipment are improved. Besides, the Internet of Things module is designed on one side of the mainboard, centralized management and wiring are facilitated, occupied space is reduced, heat dissipation and maintenance are facilitated, the maintenance process is simplified, when the Internet of Things module goes wrong, only the module needs to be replaced independently, the whole mainboard does not need to be replaced, and the maintenance cost and time are reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of industrial display equipment, in particular to an industrial display. Background Art

[0002] Industrial displays are specifically designed for industrial environments. Compared to traditional commercial displays, they offer greater durability, stability, and adaptability. With the advent of Industry 4.0, intelligent and information-based technologies are becoming key drivers of manufacturing transformation and upgrades. Traditional industrial displays are no longer able to meet the real-time monitoring and data analysis needs of modern factories. Currently, most common industrial displays integrate network functionality directly through wireless communication modules. This high level of hardware integration can make replacement or upgrades difficult, necessitating subsequent upgrades and maintenance. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of the utility model is to provide an industrial display, aiming to facilitate the upgrade and maintenance of the network module of the industrial display.

[0004] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the industrial display proposed by the present invention includes:

[0005] A housing, comprising a front housing and a rear housing, wherein the front housing and the rear housing together form a mounting cavity;

[0006] a mainboard, the mainboard being installed in the installation cavity;

[0007] The Internet of Things module is arranged on a side of the mainboard facing the rear shell and is detachably connected to the mainboard.

[0008] In one embodiment, the mainboard is provided with a female header, and the Internet of Things module is provided with a pin header, and the pin header is inserted into the female header.

[0009] In one embodiment, the Internet of Things module is a WiFi / 4G module.

[0010] In one embodiment, the rear shell includes a bottom shell and a back cover, the bottom shell is formed with a mounting hole at a position corresponding to the IoT module, the size of the mounting hole is larger than the size of the IoT module, and the back cover is clamped in the mounting hole.

[0011] In one embodiment, the mainboard is further provided with an RS485 interface, and the RS485 interface is provided on a side of the mainboard facing the rear shell and is located on the opposite side of the mainboard away from the Internet of Things module.

[0012] In one embodiment, the industrial display further includes a display screen and a touch screen, wherein the display screen and the touch screen are arranged on the front shell along a side of the mainboard facing away from the rear shell, and the display screen and the touch screen are electrically connected to the mainboard.

[0013] In one embodiment, the industrial display further includes a screen clip, which is connected to a side of the face shell facing the mainboard, and a side of the screen clip facing the face shell abuts against the display screen.

[0014] In one embodiment, the screen buckle is formed with a positioning hole, the face shell is provided with a positioning portion, and one of the positioning portions is inserted into one of the positioning holes.

[0015] In one embodiment, the industrial display further includes a panel connected to a side of the front housing facing away from the rear housing.

[0016] In one embodiment, the industrial display further includes a sealing ring, which is sleeved on the periphery of the panel.

[0017] The technical solution of the present utility model provides an industrial display comprising a housing, a mainboard, and an Internet of Things (IoT) module. By detachably mounting the IoT module on the mainboard, the industrial display can adapt to different network environments or technological updates by replacing or upgrading the IoT module without replacing the entire device, thereby improving the device's flexibility and future adaptability. Furthermore, placing the IoT module on one side of the mainboard facilitates centralized management and wiring, reduces space usage, and facilitates heat dissipation and maintenance. This modular design also simplifies the maintenance process. If a problem arises with the IoT module, only the module needs to be replaced, rather than the entire mainboard, reducing maintenance costs and time. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0019] Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of an embodiment of an industrial display provided by the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the industrial display;

[0021] Figure 3 for Figure 1Schematic diagram of the structure of the mid-shell.

[0022] Description of Figure Numbers:

[0023] 1000. Industrial display; 1. Housing; 11. Front shell; 111. Positioning unit; 12. Rear shell; 121. Bottom shell; 121a. Mounting holes; 122. Back cover; 2. Mainboard; 21. Female connector; 22. S485 interface; 3. IoT module; 31. Pin header; 4. Display; 5. Touch screen; 6. Screen clip; 61. Positioning holes; 7. Panel; 8. Sealing ring.

[0024] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0026] It should be noted that if the embodiments of the present invention involve directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indications are only used to explain the relative position relationship, movement status, etc. between the components in a certain specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indications will also change accordingly.

[0027] In addition, if there are descriptions involving "first", "second", etc. in the embodiments of the present invention, the descriptions of "first", "second", etc. are only for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features limited to "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of such features. In addition, if "and / or" or "and / or" appears in the full text, its meaning includes three parallel schemes. Taking "A and / or B" as an example, it includes scheme A, or scheme B, or a scheme in which A and B are satisfied at the same time. In addition, the technical solutions between the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but it must be based on the ability of ordinary technicians in this field to implement. When the combination of technical solutions is mutually contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be deemed that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection required by the present invention.

[0028] Industrial displays are specifically designed for industrial environments. Compared to traditional commercial displays, they offer greater durability, stability, and adaptability. With the advent of Industry 4.0, intelligent and information-based technologies are becoming key drivers of manufacturing transformation and upgrades. Traditional industrial displays are no longer able to meet the real-time monitoring and data analysis needs of modern factories. Currently, most common industrial displays integrate network functionality directly through wireless communication modules. This high level of hardware integration can make replacement or upgrades difficult, necessitating subsequent upgrades and maintenance.

[0029] To solve the above problems, please refer to Figures 1 to 3 The present invention proposes an industrial display 1000, including a shell 1, a mainboard 2 and an Internet of Things module 3. The shell 1 includes a front shell 11 and a rear shell 12, and the front shell 11 and the rear shell 12 enclose a mounting cavity; the mainboard 2 is installed in the mounting cavity; the Internet of Things module 3 is arranged on the side of the mainboard 2 facing the rear shell 12, and is detachably connected to the mainboard 2.

[0030] The technical solution of the present utility model proposes an industrial display 1000, which includes a housing 1, a mainboard 2, and an Internet of Things module 3. By detachably mounting the Internet of Things module 3 on the mainboard 2, the industrial display 1000 can adapt to different network environments or technological updates by replacing or upgrading the Internet of Things module 3 without replacing the entire device, thereby improving the flexibility and future adaptability of the device. In addition, designing the Internet of Things module 3 on one side of the mainboard 2 facilitates centralized management and wiring, reduces space usage, and facilitates heat dissipation and maintenance. This modular design also simplifies the maintenance process. When a problem occurs with the Internet of Things module 3, only the module needs to be replaced separately, without having to replace the entire mainboard 2, reducing maintenance costs and time.

[0031] In an optional embodiment, to facilitate the connection between the Internet of Things module 3 and the mainboard 2, please refer to Figure 2The motherboard 2 is equipped with a female header 21, and the IoT module 3 is equipped with a pin header 31, which plugs into the female header 21. The pin header 31 plugs into the female header 21 to form an electrical connection. This provides a stable and reliable connection method, enabling effective data exchange between the IoT module 3 and the motherboard 2. The design of the pin header 31 and female header 21 also improves connection convenience, making module installation and removal faster and easier. Furthermore, this connection method helps reduce the possibility of poor contact or connection errors, as the pin header 31 and female header 21 typically fit more precisely, reducing the risk of human error. In industrial environments, this can improve the stability and reliability of the equipment. In this embodiment, the female header 21 is mounted on the motherboard 2, and the pin header 31 is mounted on the IoT module 3. In other embodiments, the female header 21 can be mounted on the IoT module 3, and the pin header 31 can be mounted on the motherboard 2. In addition to using the pin header 31 and female header 21 to achieve electrical connection between the motherboard 2 and the IoT module 3, a board-to-board connector can also be used. The choice can be based on actual needs.

[0032] Optionally, the IoT module 3 is a WiFi / 4G module. By integrating WiFi and 4G modules, the industrial display 1000 can be connected to a wireless network to achieve remote data transmission and control, which greatly enhances its application flexibility in various industrial environments. Whether in an area covered by WiFi or in situations where communication needs to be carried out through a 4G network, the industrial display 1000 can adapt, thereby broadening its application scenarios. In addition, the ability to connect wirelessly also means that there is no need to consider wiring issues during installation, which is especially advantageous in situations where wiring is difficult or costly. At the same time, wireless connection also improves the mobility of the device, allowing the industrial display 1000 to be quickly deployed to different work areas as needed, thereby improving work efficiency. In other embodiments, Bluetooth modules, Zigbee modules, LoRa modules and NB-IoT modules can also be selected as communication modules according to actual needs.

[0033] In an optional embodiment, to facilitate the upgrade and maintenance of the Internet of Things module 3, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2The rear shell 12 includes a bottom shell 121 and a back cover 122. The bottom shell 121 has a mounting hole 121a formed at the position corresponding to the IoT module 3. The size of the mounting hole 121a is larger than that of the IoT module 3, and the back cover 122 is locked in the mounting hole 121a. The provision of the mounting hole 121a facilitates the disassembly, installation, and replacement of the IoT module 3 inside the industrial display 1000 without removing the entire back shell 12, making the installation and replacement of the IoT module 3 more flexible. The back cover 122 is fixed to the mounting hole 121a by a locking mechanism, which not only provides shielding and protection for the IoT module 3, but also ensures the stable installation of the IoT module 3. In this embodiment, the periphery of the back cover 122 is provided with multiple undercuts, and the inner edge of the bottom shell 121 is provided with multiple slots corresponding to the undercuts. One undercut is locked in a slot, achieving a detachable connection between the back cover 122 and the bottom shell 121. By separating the bottom shell 121 and the back cover 122 , the maintenance convenience of the industrial display 1000 in actual use is improved, and the maintenance difficulty and cost are reduced.

[0034] For further information, please refer to Figure 2 The mainboard 2 also features an RS485 interface 22, located on the side of the mainboard 2 facing the rear housing 12 and opposite the IoT module 3. The RS485 interface 22 is a widely used serial communication interface, particularly suitable for long-distance and multi-point communication in industrial environments. The RS485 interface 22 connects to industrial control devices such as PLCs to enable data exchange and control command transmission. The display supports remote program updates for connected PLCs, allowing users to remotely upgrade and maintain the PLC over the network, improving system flexibility and responsiveness. Furthermore, the placement of the RS485 interface 22 on the other side of the mainboard 2 helps reduce potential electromagnetic interference with the IoT module 3. The addition of the RS485 interface 22 provides an alternative communication method for the industrial display 1000, complementing the wireless communication capabilities of the IoT module 3. This ensures stable and reliable wired data transmission even in areas where wireless signals are unstable or unreachable. This design improves the device's communication flexibility and reliability, enabling the industrial display 1000 to adapt to more diverse industrial environments and communication needs.

[0035] Optionally, the industrial display 1000 also includes a display screen 4 and a touch screen 5. The display screen 4 and the touch screen 5 are arranged on the face shell 11 along the side of the mainboard 2 facing away from the rear shell 12. The display screen 4 and the touch screen 5 are electrically connected to the mainboard 2. By integrating the display screen and the touch screen 5, the industrial display 1000 can not only display information, but also receive user input through the touch screen 5, providing an intuitive and highly interactive operation method. The integrated design of the display screen 4 and the touch screen 5 allows the user to operate directly on the screen, such as clicking, sliding, etc. This intuitive operation method improves the user experience, especially in industrial environments that require quick response. At the same time, the integration of the display screen 4 and the touch screen 5 also helps to reduce the size and weight of the device, making the industrial display 1000 more compact and lightweight.

[0036] Furthermore, in order to facilitate the stable installation of the display screen 4, the industrial display 1000 further includes a screen clip 6, which is connected to the side of the cover 11 facing the mainboard 2, and the side of the screen clip 6 facing the cover 11 abuts against the display screen 4. Figure 2 and Figure 3 The front shell 11 is formed with a mounting groove for securing the display screen 4. The bottom wall of the mounting groove limits the display screen 4 to prevent it from tilting forward toward the touch screen 5. Furthermore, the screen clips 6 are provided to further secure the display screen 4 and prevent it from tilting backward toward the mainboard 2. This provides a position limit for the display screen 4 in both the front and rear directions, ensuring the stability of the display screen 4 installation. The provision of the screen clips 6 allows the display screen 4 to be quickly and accurately secured within the front shell 11 without the need for complex installation steps or tools. This improves the stability of the display screen 4 and reduces the risk of displacement or damage due to vibration or impact. The use of the screen clips 6 also contributes to the aesthetics of the device, as they can be designed to be more concealed and do not affect the overall appearance of the industrial display 1000. Furthermore, the design of the screen clips 6 also helps improve the device's maintenance convenience, as the quick removal and installation of the display screen 4 reduces maintenance time and costs. This design takes into account the maintenance requirements of the industrial display 1000 in actual use and improves maintenance efficiency by simplifying the fixing method of the display screen 4.

[0037] Further, to facilitate the installation and positioning of the screen clip 6, please refer to Figure 3, the screen buckle 6 is formed with a positioning hole 61, the surface shell 11 is provided with a positioning portion 111, and a positioning portion 111 is inserted into a positioning hole 61. This design provides a precise positioning mechanism to ensure that the display screen 4 can be accurately aligned during installation. It helps to accurately match the display screen 4 with the touch screen 5, improving the display effect and touch accuracy. The design of the positioning hole 61 and the positioning portion 111 also helps to improve installation efficiency, because they can reduce the adjustment work during installation, making the installation of the display screen 4 faster and more accurate. In addition, the precise positioning of the positioning portion 111 and the positioning hole 61 can reduce the risk of damage to the display screen 4 due to improper installation. This design takes into account the installation and maintenance requirements of the industrial display 1000 in actual use, and improves installation efficiency and equipment stability by providing a precise positioning mechanism.

[0038] Optionally, the industrial display 1000 further includes a panel 7, which is connected to the side of the front shell 11 facing away from the rear shell 12. The design of the panel 7 provides an additional layer of protection for the industrial display 1000, which can protect the internal display screen 4 and touch screen 5 from the influence of the external environment, such as dust, moisture and impact. The use of the panel 7 improves the protection level of the industrial display 1000, enabling it to adapt to various harsh industrial environments. The panel 7 can also provide a certain aesthetic effect and improve the appearance quality of the industrial display 1000. By providing an additional layer of protection, the durability and ease of maintenance of the equipment are improved. The use of the panel 7 also helps to improve the stability of the equipment and reduce the risk of damage to internal components due to external environmental factors.

[0039] Optional, please refer to Figure 2 The industrial display 1000 also includes a sealing ring 8, which is sleeved on the periphery of the panel 7. The design of the sealing ring 8 provides a sealing mechanism for the industrial display 1000, which can effectively prevent dust and moisture from invading the interior of the device. This design improves the protection level of the industrial display 1000, enabling it to adapt to various harsh industrial environments, especially in dusty, humid or water-splashed environments. The use of the sealing ring 8 also helps to protect the internal electronic components and extend the service life of the equipment. In addition, the design of the sealing ring 8 also helps to improve the stability and reliability of the equipment and reduce failures and performance degradation caused by environmental factors. The use of the sealing ring 8 also helps to improve the aesthetics of the equipment, providing a neat and professional appearance, and improving the protection performance and stability of the equipment.

[0040] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. All equivalent structural transformations made using the contents of the present invention specification and drawings under the technical concept of the present invention, or direct / indirect application in other related technical fields are included in the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An industrial display, characterized in that: include: A housing, comprising a front housing and a rear housing, wherein the front housing and the rear housing together form a mounting cavity; a mainboard, the mainboard being installed in the installation cavity; The Internet of Things module is arranged on a side of the mainboard facing the rear shell and is detachably connected to the mainboard.

2. The industrial display according to claim 1, wherein: The mainboard is provided with a female header, and the Internet of Things module is provided with a pin header, and the pin header is inserted into the female header.

3. The industrial display according to claim 2, characterized in that The Internet of Things module is a WiFi / 4G module.

4. The industrial display according to claim 1, wherein: The rear shell includes a bottom shell and a back cover. The bottom shell is formed with a mounting hole at a position corresponding to the IoT module. The size of the mounting hole is larger than the size of the IoT module. The back cover is clamped in the mounting hole.

5. The industrial display according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that The mainboard is also provided with an RS485 interface, which is provided on the side of the mainboard facing the rear shell and is located on the opposite side of the mainboard away from the Internet of Things module.

6. The industrial display according to claim 5, characterized in that The industrial display further includes a display screen and a touch screen. The display screen and the touch screen are arranged on the front shell along a side of the mainboard facing away from the rear shell. The display screen and the touch screen are electrically connected to the mainboard.

7. The industrial display according to claim 6, characterized in that The industrial display further includes a screen clip, which is connected to a side of the face shell facing the mainboard, and a side of the screen clip facing the face shell abuts against the display screen.

8. The industrial display according to claim 7, wherein: The screen buckle is formed with a positioning hole, and the surface shell is provided with a positioning part, and one of the positioning parts is inserted into one of the positioning holes.

9. The industrial display according to claim 8, wherein: The industrial display further includes a panel connected to a side of the front shell facing away from the rear shell.

10. The industrial display according to claim 9, characterized in that The industrial display further includes a sealing ring which is sleeved on the periphery of the panel.