PMA Research has published its latest set of sell-through tracking reports on large-format (32″ and larger) flat-panel displays being sold by US AV/IT distributors who serve commercial markets. The reports show strong growth in the sales of professional models with volumes up 22% from January 2017. Sales of professional UHD-resolution displays continued to grow in January. Volume for UHD models increased more than three-and-a-half times over January 2017, and revenues grew 200%, extending the upward trend in this segment.
Samsung’s OH85F 85″ UHD Outdoor Signage Display with Embedded Power Box.
Additionally, volume for models featuring 24/7 capabilities was up 39% over January 2017 and unit sales for models featuring both UHD resolution and 24/7 operation was up nearly six-fold over January 2017. This segment represents only 6% of professional units but 13% of professional revenues. In the professional market, January 2018 brand rankings in terms of unit volume were Samsung, LG and NEC ranking first, second and third, respectively. Brand rankings in terms of revenue share were Samsung in first, followed by NEC in second and LG in third.
