The purpose of this white paper is to provide insight into what is required to design industrial-grade monitors, with particular emphasis on what design features make a monitor suitable for harsh environmental conditions. Harsh conditions could include vibrations caused by machinery, dust from manufacturing processes, as well as rain and strong sunlight for monitors located in outdoor environments. The paper addresses several issues, including (1) Mechanical Design, (2) Environmental Testing, (3) Choice of Components and Material, and (4) Electromagnetic Protection.