Corporate Overview

iKey Industrial Peripherals, formerly Texas Industrial Peripherals, began in 1989 with the goal of fulfilling the market need for rugged computer peripherals. The company now manufactures today’s most complete line of NEMA-rated industrial keyboards, pointing devices, and flat panel monitors. Satisfied iKey customers include industrial, material handling, medical, military and public safety entities, among others.

Industry Leader

Founded on the principles of superior quality, service, and innovation, iKey is the world leader in durable human interface devices. We outfit clients large and small with sealed, rugged products that are built to last and easy to clean. In addition to our extensive line of peripherals, iKey can customize products to meet customers' specific needs.

Durable by Design

Ideal for applications in the harshest conditions, our products meet NEMA 4, 4X and IP 65 specifications, making them resistant to dust, dirt, water and corrosive liquids. Our keyboards are compatible with all hospital-approved cleaning agents, and they are built to withstand an extreme temperature range.

First to Market

Always a leading innovator, the following are a few of iKey’s many industry firsts:

• An industrial keyboard featuring an integrated pointing device
• An illuminated, mobile industrial keyboard
• A NEMA 4X-rated keyboard enclosed in an ABS polycarbonate case
• An NVIS Green B-compliant NEMA 4X keyboard
• A NEMA 4X keyboard with an integrated RF card reader
• An extremely low-emission keyboard with integrated pointing device
• A MIL-461-approved keyboard with an integrated pointing device
• An industrial laser trackball

In 2008, iKey continues this trend with a Bluetooth-enabled NEMA 4X keyboard, an intrinsically safe NEMA 4X laser trackball with optical barriers, and more.

The iKey Advantage

iKey serves distributors and end users in several different industries and is constantly developing cutting-edge products. In addition, iKey can provide ideal solutions for original equipment manufacturers and can customize any of its products to meet its customers' specific needs.

Built for Your Application

iKey products are the most durable and reliable solutions available for the harsh conditions of industrial environments. Advantages include:

• Industrial durability ratings ranging from NEMA 12 to NEMA 4X, which allow for use in extremely dirty, dusty and greasy environments
• Designs that exceed requirements for ISO certification to ensure quality control among manufacturing standards
• Reliable waterproof and non-corrosive designs that will last up to 10 years in harsh settings
• 17 readily available language layouts to accommodate international customers
• Customizable function keys that provide flexibility for specialized applications
• An ability to withstand extreme temperatures that permits function in freezers, heat-sensitive areas, and other severe environments
• Low-profile keys that allow for efficient cleaning, reduced disinfection time and protection against cross contamination
• Backlit keys that allow employees to optimize performance while working in low-light environments
• Polycarbonate and stainless steel cases available to meet custom preferences.
• Small footprint designs that increase mobility
• Standard mounting patterns that fit most keyboard mounts for easy integration into existing systems
• More specialized features that cater to our medical, military, emergency response, industrial and material-handling end users

Capabilities

iKey prides itself on innovative solutions, quality products, and superior customer service. With almost two decades of experience designing and manufacturing high-quality input devices, iKey has streamlined the process from concept to production and delivery. Our trained sales team makes certain that all customers receive personal attention, answering questions and guiding the ordering process.

Built to Order

iKey's industrial keyboards are built to order, and can be expedited or customized according to special requests. Once built, they are put through a rigorous series of quality control tests, receiving hand-tested approval at three separate stations before shipment.

Full-service support

Our trained sales team is available to consult with any iKey customer regarding questions or complications with our keyboards. We offer an extensive repair program, part replacement, and options for those who want to upgrade parts as technology changes.

Certifications

All iKey products are submitted for approval according to recognized industrial, medical, military and public safety standards. We maintain close relationships with iKey suppliers and use the highest-quality parts available. If you have a question regarding a specific certification not listed below, please contact us. It may be available on request.

• NEMA 4, 4X
• UL-1950
• CE
• Factory Mutual
  • Intrinsically Safe (IS)
  • Non-incendive (NI)
• FCC Class 15, Part B
• RoHS Statement of Compliance
• WEEE
• Chinese RoHS (Available on request)
• D-Mark (Available on select units)

Medical-Specific Product Advantages

Medical environments offer unique challenges for keeping keyboards and other technology free of infectious viruses and bacteria.

By preventing cross contamination, iKey products protect patients and caregivers from MRSA, HIV, Hepatitis, and other deadly diseases.

Other product features include:

• Low-profile keys for easy and effective cleaning
• Backlit keys for working in low-light environments
• Tough Silicone rubber keys and ABS polycarbonate case for superior durability and ease of use

Studies by the University of Arizona, Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, and others have shown that bacteria such as deadly MRSA and VRE can survive on computer keyboards and mice. Viruses like influenza can endure on such surfaces as long as 72 hours.

Disinfecting equipment can be a vital step in preventing the spread of infection, and iKey’s sealed, easily-sterilized devices withstand bleach, hospital-grade disinfectants, and other harsh chemical agents.

Quality Assurance

Rigorous testing procedures are an absolute necessity when manufacturing rugged computer peripherals. All of iKey’s products are stringently tested to ensure our customers receive the best in quality.

From keypads to pointing devices, our products are built to withstand consistent use in the harshest of conditions. Before new production begins, all new keypad designs are tested on a silicone keypad endurance tester with an actuation force plotter to ensure the parts meet desired specifications.

For the HulaPoint II™ pointing device, iKey developed a completely customized pointing device lifecycle test to prove the endurance of the product. The test showed a 35% increase in the lifecycle of the HulaPoint II™ pointing device over the previous design used by iKey.

iKey receives regular reviews from top customers when it comes to quality. Click here to see two recent performance report cards. You will see that our customers rate us as exceptional when it comes to quality and receiving conformance.