The DC-40-Static-Key-System Factory Food Display is a practical production management tool designed to help manufacturing teams clearly communicate production targets and goals throughout a facility. This custom order, built for Furmano Foods, demonstrates how a simple visual display system can improve workflow visibility by showing the number of food products a team aims to produce or ship by the end of a shift.

In food production environments where efficiency and communication are essential, having a clearly visible production target allows employees to stay aligned with daily output goals. With this system, supervisors can quickly enter the desired production quantity using the keypad controller, and both the master and secondary displays immediately show the same number. This makes it easy for workers across different areas of the facility to monitor the target and track progress throughout the shift.

At the center of this system is the DC-40-Static-Key master display, which is directly connected to a DC-25-Static-Key secondary unit. Together, they create a synchronized display system that ensures everyone in the workspace sees the same information at the same time.

The system operates using a wired keypad controller connected to the master unit. Once the keypad is activated, the displays begin flashing to indicate that a new number can be entered. The operator simply types in the desired value and presses enter to lock the number into the display. For example, if the production team wants to produce 1,000 food products by the end of the shift, the operator enters 1000 and confirms the entry. Instantly, both the master and secondary displays update to show the same number.

In addition to static numbers, the system can also display static time. Using the colon button on the keypad allows the operator to toggle between a numeric display and a time-style display format. This flexibility allows the same system to be used for production targets, time indicators, or other visual communication needs inside the facility.

Key functional highlights of the DC-40-Static-Key System include:

• Static number display up to 9999
• Ability to toggle between number display and static time display
• Simultaneous output on both master and secondary units
• Simple keypad operation for quick adjustments during production
• Clear visual indication when the display is ready to accept new input

One operational detail to note is how the system handles digit entry. When setting a static number, entering more than four digits will clear the previous numbers and replace them with the most recent digit entered. For example, if 0300 is displayed and another digit such as 7 is entered afterward, the display will clear the previous digits and only show 7. This ensures the display always reflects the latest confirmed input.

The hardware design of the system ensures durability and strong visibility within industrial environments. Both units feature rugged aluminum enclosures and bright LED displays designed for factory floors.

Hardware specifications include:

• Black powder-coated aluminum enclosures for durability
• Master display size: 4-inch LED digits
• Master visibility range: up to 200 feet
• Secondary display size: 2.3-inch LED digits
• Secondary visibility range: up to 120 feet
• Separate 12-volt wall adapters powering each unit

The system is controlled through the DC-GEN-24 wired data keypad, which provides a straightforward interface for operators to enter and manage display values.

Keypad controller features include:

• 24 programmable keys
• 25-foot cable length
• RJ45 connectors on both ends
• Direct connection between keypad and master enclosure

By combining a highly visible LED display with an easy-to-use keypad interface, this system helps production teams maintain awareness of daily targets and operational goals. Whether the display is being used to show production quantities, shipment targets, or shift-based output goals, the DC-40-Static-Key-System provides a reliable and simple solution for factory communication and workflow visibility.

For facilities like Furmano Foods, this type of display system helps keep employees focused on production objectives while improving coordination across the manufacturing floor.

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