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Kiosk Enclosures

Introduction

Learn about kiosk enclosures such as standup pedestal, countertop (or desktop) and wall-mount. Also thru-wall. Custom kiosk enclosures as well. The kiosk enclosure is the heart of your self-service kiosk. It houses and provides a base for all functions. Self-service kiosk enclosures come in two main forms:

  • Informational kiosk – typically a wayfinding kiosk
  • Transactional kiosk – typically a bill payment kiosk

Kiosk Form Factors

  • Standup pedestal
  • Wallmount
  • Countertop
  • Thru-Wall
  • Smaller screens such as 22 inch but also larger screens like 55 inch.
  • Single sided and double sided.
  • Outdoor
  • Custom, Standard and modified Standard
  • Hybrids such SCO and Customer-Facing POS blur the line these days
  • There have been three sided kiosks (think Dubai)
  • Cabinet kiosks such as gaming and sports betting kiosks
  • telemedicine kiosks
  • EV Charging Kiosks

Kiosk Enclosure Manufacturers

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About Kiosk Enclosures

    • tabletop, wall-mount, standup pedestals, thru-walls, portables, outdoors and even POP-style mall kiosks
    • You have custom kiosk and standard kiosk designs.  90% of the time it is a standard or a modified standard.
    • Custom design kiosks require NRE and design. “Owning the design” becomes another issue.
    • Kiosk enclosure design and manufacturers are all over the world.  Most countries tend to use enclosures designed in that country.
    • In the past, the best looking designs have often came from Europe where contours are generously used. In America better servicing with nice looks tends to be base denominator.  The most extensive cataloging of designs has, unfortunately been the Chinese to date.

Kiosk Cabinet Typical Features

    • Enclosures are generally 16 gauge steel though mix of materials such as formed plastic and wood trim are available
    • High-run terminals like UK Job Centre kiosks where 12,000 were done are injection molded. The number of units counteracts the cost of the initial tooling.
    • Rear-servicing or front servicing
    • ADA and tip guidelines apply
    • Knockout panels for adding component later are rarely used . Just makes for a more flexible standard offering for manufacturers to work from.
    • Internally kiosk metal can be unfinished or deburred.  After cutting my fingers x amount of times over and over, when I set a deburred internal I always heave a sigh of relief now.

Let’s Ask Google Bard what a kiosk enclosure is…

You can see the AI has the mistaken notion that plastic is used as an enclosure.  Standalone components certainly utilize plastic (cheaper is naturally cheaper). We’ve never see “in ground” kiosks but Bard is likely confusing RMUs or remote merchandising units which are structural booths, not kiosks.

A kiosk enclosure is the physical housing for a self-service kiosk. It typically consists of a frame, a display, and a mounting system. Kiosk enclosures can be made from a variety of materials, including metal, plastic, and wood. They can be customized to fit any size or shape of kiosk.

Kiosk enclosures serve several purposes. They protect the kiosk’s components from damage, keep the kiosk secure, and provide a branding platform. They can also help to improve the kiosk’s appearance and make it more user-friendly.

There are many different types of kiosk enclosures available on the market. The type of enclosure you choose will depend on the specific needs of your kiosk. Some factors to consider include the size and shape of the kiosk, the environment in which it will be used, and the desired level of security.

Here are some of the benefits of using a kiosk enclosure:

    • Protection: Kiosk enclosures protect the kiosk’s components from damage, such as scratches, dents, and moisture.
    • Security: Kiosk enclosures can help to keep the kiosk secure from theft and vandalism.
    • Branding: Kiosk enclosures can be customized to promote your brand.
    • Appearance: Kiosk enclosures can improve the kiosk’s appearance and make it more user-friendly.

If you are considering using a self-service kiosk, a kiosk enclosure is an important consideration. The right enclosure can help to protect your kiosk, keep it secure, and improve its appearance.

Here are some of the most common types of kiosk enclosures:

    • Stand-alone kiosk enclosures: These enclosures are freestanding and can be placed anywhere. They are typically made from metal or plastic and can be customized to fit any size or shape of kiosk.
    • Countertop kiosk enclosures: These enclosures are designed to be placed on a countertop or table. They are typically made from metal or plastic and are available in a variety of sizes and styles.
    • Wall-mounted kiosk enclosures: These enclosures are designed to be mounted on a wall. They are typically made from metal or plastic and are available in a variety of sizes and styles.
    • In-ground kiosk enclosures: These enclosures are designed to be installed in the ground. They are typically made from metal or concrete and are available in a variety of sizes and styles.

No matter what type of kiosk enclosure you choose, it is important to make sure that it is the right size and shape for your kiosk. You should also make sure that the enclosure is made from a durable material that can withstand the elements.

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Kiosk Enclosure Statistics and Market

  • Craig Keefner, with over 30 years in the industry says, “That is a difficult number to. Let’s assume the kiosk enclosure value is $800M. Figure approximately 70,000 kiosks a year, in the US. Installed kiosks is 30X that number and all of those need service and maintenance which is another revenue component to consider. The size of the kiosk software market?  Good luck!“
  • Kiosk industry number — U.S market for self-service kiosks is valued at $10.4 billion in 2022. It is projected the self-service kiosks market in the U.S. will grow at a CAGR of 15% to reach $16 billion by 2025. [Kiosk Industry Group 2022]
  • Again from Craig Keefner, with over 30 years in the industry says, “It is easy to find so-called research reports stating $30 Billion and lately even $70 Billion for the market. Those reports are poorly researched and other than somewhat reflecting google trends they are worthless. But they will take $6500 for them if you want to buy.”

Kiosk ROI

    • Enclosures last longer than the components inside them, some up to 10 years.
    • Kiosk designs are often a family of design so you can incorporate design elements into whichever form factor is being done whether a fully loaded unit or a “lite” unit for example.

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