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09/04/2026

DAY #94: Split Flap for Gym Message Boards

Speaking of wellness...gyms and fitness centers are also a great fit for Split Flap! In place of digital screens, a centrally placed Split Flap can rotate through classes, workout tips, upcoming events, and much more.

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Explore analog signage from Oat Foundry. Inspired by the classic Split Flap, our analog signage uses mechanical motion and subtle sound.

09/03/2026

DAY #93: Split Flap for Wellness Centers

In 2026, the wellness industry is booming, projected to reach $10.36 trillion in 2030 (per Yahoo Finance). With more personalized care and a focus on real-world experiences, brands are shifting the way they treat spaces dedicated to rest and relaxation. Enter Split Flap, a tactile message board that can be slowed to create white noise reminiscent of light rain.

We find that Split Flap works great for guided meditations, reception greetings, smoothie and juice menus, and much more.

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Slow down. Tune in. Be present.This guided box breathing session ...

09/02/2026

DAY #92: Split Flap for "Today in History"

"Today in History" is one of the more popular ways to source content on a message board. For Split Flap, that use is reimagined for historical spaces, museums, and art installations, where history becomes alive through kinetic movement and subtle sound.

https://www.oatfoundry.com/split-flap/

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Split Flap Displays by Oat Foundry. A modern, fully customizable, take on the analog departures boards commonly found in transit hubs.

09/01/2026

September marks Detroit's , a city-wide celebration recognizing local designers and community design projects. Check out the most recent trends for 2026, and how the analog design movement is sure to impact Motor City.

From adventurous analog to a return to print media, here are our predictions for 2026 Design Trends. Read more here!

08/31/2026

DAY #91: Split Flap for Customer Reviews

Customer reviews are more impactful and relevant than ever. With the over-saturation of online reviews and the 5-Star framework that simplifies feedback, many online review sites don't show the full picture. With centrally placed, non-digital signage that rotates through real customer reviews, brands can put their best customer experiences on display.

https://www.oatfoundry.com/split-flap/

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Split Flap Displays by Oat Foundry. A modern, fully customizable, take on the analog departures boards commonly found in transit hubs.

08/30/2026

DAY #90: Split Flap for Experiential Entertainment

From escape rooms to cruise ships to theme parks, the experiential entertainment and social gaming industries are booming. With a desire for in-person experiences, brands are seeking to craft "phygital" spaces for fully immersive, yet friction-free spaces. A tactile game board, like a Split Flap, can rotate through escape room clues, upcoming events, menus, and more.

https://www.oatfoundry.com/projects/carnival-cruise-line/

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The Gateway features Emeril's Bistro 1397, design accents inspired by the golden age of travel, and a bar reminiscent of a high-end railway.

08/29/2026

DAY #89: Split Flap for Investment Tips and Guidance

For major financial institutions like Chase and Charles Schwab, a tactile touch can feel like a breath of fresh air in a minimal, yet luxurious interior. With a signature Split Flap centrally located in flagship centers, lenders can schedule investment tips and guidance in key engagement zones.

https://www.oatfoundry.com/projects/capital-one-split-flap/

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Capital One's custom Split Flap installation by Oat Foundry brings analog innovation into screen-saturated spaces.

08/28/2026

DAY #88: Split Flap for "Mad Libs" or Tradeshow Trivia

Speaking of communication... Salesforce whipped up an experiential display featuring an Oat Foundry Split Flap at the center, creating a "Mad Libs"- style experience for Dreamforce.

We've used Split Flap and Picture Flap for our own conferences and trade shows, and find that a mechanical display serves as a dynamic focal point amid a sea of digital screens.

https://www.oatfoundry.com/projects/salesforce-dreamforce-2023/

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Salesforce brought the "dream" to its annual Dreamforce with stunning, interactive split-flap experiential displays.

08/27/2026

How To: 10 Ways to Use a Split Flap Display in Your Restaurant 🍽️

Feature menu specials, birthday announcements, marriage proposals, draft lists, countdowns, trivia, reservations, and more. Discover how analog kinetic signage creates memorable dining experiences without another screen.

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08/27/2026

DAY #87: Split Flap to Display Questions and Prompts

Connect and communicate with employees, visitors, and guests with a centrally placed Split Flap that rotates through icebreaker questions and Ask Me Anything prompts. Our lobby's Split Flap regularly poses questions such as:

- What's your favorite film?
- What's your least favorite chore?
- What's your favorite place to travel?

Messages using Oat Foundry's custom installations can be scheduled (similar to Google Calendar) or sent in real time.

https://www.oatfoundry.com/blog/inter-office-communication-split-flap-displays/

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In a world flooded by notifications, the subtle shift of a modern split flap board transforms a single line into a moment of intention.