The Bergquist Company announced its 5-wire resistive touch screens onto the European market. These touch screens are available in a wide range of sizes and aspect ratios; a variety of shielding options can be applied to them, such as EMI (Electro-Magnetic Interference), RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) and ESD (Electro-Static Discharge). The Bergquist solution combines the durability of 5-Wire resistive technology with flexible offerings to meet the specific requirements of a wide range of applications. Options include a large range of sizes from 3,5 inch" to 23 inch, slim perimeters, off aspect ratio sizes, chemical strengthened glass and other alternatives, as well as a variety of top film and a large selection of connectors. The touch screen design allows developers to convert easily from 4- and 8-Wire into 5-Wire, whether it is a new design or retrofit.

A kit to help designers evaluate the features and benefits of the Bergquist 5-Wire touch system products can be requested online. This kit includes a 5-Wire Touch Screen, a 5-Wire Controller Board, Software & Device Drivers, an RS-232 Connector Cable, a USB Connector Cable, 5-Wire Touch Screen Connector Cable, Jumper Extension Cable, Power Supply (RS-232 use only) and relevant instructions.