Challenges for membrane switch production revolve around slimmer construction, superior tactile feel, daylight visible backlighting and lower production costs.
Danielson have managed to distribute the wealth of knowledge and essential nuances required to produce the most durable membrane panels, to Far East partners, whilst optimising and continuing the development of our Aylesbury manufacturing plant. Challenges today for membrane switch production revolve around slimmer construction, superior tactile feel, daylight visible backlighting with even light distribution and of course lower production costs. By harnessing the capabilities of the manufacturing resource planning system installed, Danielson (UK) have been able to pioneer the optimum Man machine interface production methods present within group resources.

Ben Phelan, sales and Marketing manager for Danielson (UK) says that whilst the industry in general appears to see lower cost Far East manufacturers as a threat, Danielson have been able to see real benefits in collaboration.

New markets, particularly in the automotive sectors for printed sensors and discreet antennas have seen our business enter a new era.

Danielson (UK) are Europe's premier user interface and industrial graphics group.

The membrane panels, touch screens and electro luminescent lamp products have unsurpassed levels of durability, reliability and performance.

Ben states that the in-house experience of these products is vast, sharing technical knowledge has been key to developing along with our Far East partners.

Danielson have set a high standard specification, not just any supplier can meet these demands we have engineering into our production.

In general terms high volume 'standard' membrane panels offer the best cost saving opportunities.

The range of products and panels considered 'standard' is fast broadening with white and blue LEDs smaller tactile domes and improvement in hard coated materials more readily available.