LG unveils tougher monitors

Displays built to withstand the rigours of use in public spaces

LG Electronics has introduced a range of toughened monitors designed to survive the rigours of use in public spaces such as public libraries, schools, internet cafes and airports.

Available now, the L42PP series feature a tempered glass covering over the LCD panel instead of the acrylic seen on most other monitor designs. LG claimed this is almost three times as tough, and can withstand a 1.2lb (0.54kg) steel ball dropped onto its surface.

"The extra-thick glass used on the L42PP range protects the screen from those everyday knocks, so organisations don’t need to endure the cost of replacing their monitors so often," said LG marketing manager Fiona Landsberg.

The 19in L1942PP and the 17in L1742PP cost about £130 and £114, respectively, and both support display resolutions up to 1280 x 1024.