Ken Navigating Ill-Defined Problems in Engineering Design Introduction Engineering design is rarely a process of solving neat, well-specified problems. Unlike textbook exercises, real-world design challenges are often ambiguous, complex, and open-ended. Thes... Jul 7, 2026
Ken Why Two Mounts That Look the Same Can Perform Very Differently At first glance, many mounting solutions appear almost identical. Two brackets may share the same general shape, the same dimensions, and even similar weight ratings on paper. To someone reviewing spe... Jun 30, 2026
Ken How IoT Devices Are Changing Commercial Installations The rise of Internet of Things (IoT) devices is transforming commercial AV and security installations. Today, cameras, sensors, displays, and control systems can communicate with each other and centra... Jun 24, 2026
Ken The Evolution of Security System Design Security system design has changed dramatically over the past few decades. From simple alarm panels and wired cameras to sophisticated networked systems with integrated access control, modern security... Jun 16, 2026
Ken Common Job Site Bottlenecks in AV and Security Projects In AV and security installations, project schedules often feel tighter than they should. Delays on the job site increase labor costs, impact client satisfaction, and can throw entire timelines off tra... Jun 9, 2026
Ken Why Mounting Is Often an Afterthought and Why It Shouldn’t Be In many AV and security projects, mounting decisions are made late in the process. Equipment is selected, layouts are approved, and timelines are set long before mounting solutions are discussed. By t... Jun 2, 2026
Ken Mounting Mistakes We See All the Time Mounting solutions are often treated as simple hardware decisions, but in reality, they play a major role in the success of an AV or security installation. At US Mount Parts, we see a wide range of mo... May 26, 2026
Ken How Mounting Impacts Safety and Compliance In commercial AV and security installations, safety and compliance are not optional. Mounting solutions play a critical role in meeting both. While displays and cameras are often evaluated for perform... May 19, 2026
Ken How the Right Mount Reduces Install Time In AV and security installations, time is one of the most valuable resources on a job site. Schedules are tight, labor costs are high, and delays can quickly impact budgets and customer satisfaction. ... May 12, 2026
Ken How Mounting Choices Affect Long Term Maintenance When mounting solutions are selected for AV displays or security cameras, the focus is often placed on installation speed, appearance, and upfront cost. While these factors matter, one of the most ove... May 6, 2026
Ken Solving Space Constraints with Custom Mounting Solutions Introduction Space constraints are one of the most common challenges in AV and security installations. Whether working in tight hallways, shallow wall cavities, corners, ceilings, or compact equipment... Apr 29, 2026
Ken Mounting Solutions for High Vibration or High Traffic Areas Introduction Installing AV displays or security cameras in high-vibration or high-traffic areas presents unique challenges. Standard mounts may not provide the stability needed, resulting in equipment... Apr 21, 2026