Updates to the Reader Rail Touch Kiosk

The 34” ultrawide 5K Reader Rail touch display had a slow beginning, but has quickly become one of our most sought-after models. Originally introduced in 2017, this ultrawide form factor was inspired by non-interactive versions of the same name that are used for interpretive text in museums and galleries. Early adopters of this new format included the Field Museum, the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery, and the Jackie Robinson Museum. In the early years, the 34” interactive Reader Rail was our Presenter attached to custom bases and stands, but in 2024 - nearly ten years after the first iteration debuted - we announced a fully turnkey, highly customizable version, called the Reader Rail Kiosk.

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From Prototype to Product

This new iteration was the next logical step in making interactive signage more accessible for museums. Made of painted wood with a solid surface and aluminum accents, the first version of the touch screen kiosk was used in the Rodeo Gallery at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. Soon after, we released a white version, which featured a unique offering even among our products - a screen with a white mask rather than black. This version was designed with galleries in mind, serving as an unobtrusive addition to a bright gallery space without drawing focus away from the subject matter.

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What's New

The Reader Rail Kiosk has been subject to a few minor changes over the last 2 years, such as a swap from a solid surface top to more durable powder coated aluminum, and alterations to how we install the metal accents. We also released TouchStory, the no-code tool that allows users to create their own interactive media experiences, designed exclusively for use on the ultrawide touch kiosk. This spring, we have a new major change to the fabricated kiosk, and the first versions are already in use by early adopters. The base is now made of Formica laminate, making it more durable and easier to clean and maintain. This also opens the door for more customization options, with an array of colors and patterns available to better match whichever space it may be used in, including one that is a paintable surface to match very specific colors or gallery spaces. We are also working on some new add-ons, including a headset attachment, allowing the kiosk to be used in an even more broad range of public spaces.

To get more information about the updated Reader Rail Kiosk, reach out to our sales group today!

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