Inside Parabit’s New York Manufacturing Facility: Specialized Airport Infrastructure for JFK
At Parabit’s manufacturing facility in Roosevelt, New York, the team is fabricating mobile stands, digital signage kiosks, and desks and podiums for projects at John F. Kennedy International Airport.
In our behind-the-scenes video, Dickson Kendrick introduces three projects in production: EPP Mobile Stands for BigBear.ai, Digital Signage Kiosks for DESIGNA, and Desks and Podiums for JFK’s New Terminal One.
These projects offer a look at the physical infrastructure behind airport technology and services, and the fabrication, assembly, and finishing involved in preparing it for use.
Three JFK Airport Projects Inside Parabit’s Facility
Parabit is manufacturing specialized airport infrastructure for three distinct applications.
Project | Partner or destination | Parabit’s manufacturing scope |
EPP Mobile Stands | BigBear.ai, for use at JFK International Air Terminal | Fabrication of mobile stands |
Digital Signage Kiosks | DESIGNA, for deployment at JFK Airport | Fabrication of digital signage kiosks |
Desks and Podiums | JFK’s New Terminal One | Manufacturing of desks and podiums tailored to project requirements |
Each project serves a different purpose. Together, they demonstrate the range of manufacturing work supporting airport passenger processing, digital displays, and terminal workspaces.
EPP Mobile Stands for BigBear.ai
Parabit is fabricating EPP Mobile Stands for BigBear.ai for use at JFK International Air Terminal.
EPP stands for Enhanced Passenger Processing. BigBear.ai provides biometric technology for EPP deployments at airports and other ports of entry. For the project featured in this video, Parabit is manufacturing the mobile stands.
Airport technology needs physical infrastructure that accommodates the equipment and its intended use. Stand dimensions, equipment positioning, and installation requirements are therefore important considerations when defining a project.
The mobile stands featured here represent Parabit’s manufacturing contribution to the deployment. BigBear.ai supplies the passenger-processing technology.
Learn more about BigBear.ai’s Enhanced Passenger Processing technology.
Digital Signage Kiosks for DESIGNA
Our Long Island facility is also producing Digital Signage Kiosks for DESIGNA for deployment at JFK Airport.
A digital signage installation requires careful consideration of the structure around the display. Its dimensions, equipment access, finish, and placement all influence how it fits into the intended environment.
For airport teams planning a kiosk project, a few useful questions include:
What infrastructure is under each proposed kiosk installation location?
Where will power and data terminate within the kiosk?
What location and orientation of the kiosk provides the most visibility based upon passenger flow?
How will technicians access components for maintenance?
Will the kiosk require communication via handsfree phone?
What’s the approval process for the kiosk to operate on the facilities network?
These are general planning considerations for airport kiosk manufacturing. The specifications of each installation depend on its scope.
Parabit’s digital signage products include displays and enclosures for wayfinding, directories, PID’s, handsfree or handset voice and/or video communication, video advertising, alert messaging, payment support and more.
Desks and Podiums for JFK’s New Terminal One
Parabit is manufacturing Desks and Podiums tailored to the requirements of JFK’s New Terminal One.
Airport desks and podiums provide working locations for staff and points of interaction with passengers. Their design needs to account for the tasks performed there and the equipment those tasks require.
Depending on the application, planning may include work-surface dimensions, equipment placement, storage, cable routing, and maintenance access. Addressing these details early helps define a unit that fits its intended workspace.
Parabit’s desks, podiums, and furniture solutions include information and service desks, agency podiums, and security workstations. The New Terminal One project is an example of manufacturing furniture for a specific airport environment.
From Fabrication and Assembly to Finishing
The facility video shows work across fabrication, assembly, and finishing.
Fabrication creates the components. Assembly brings those components together. Finishing prepares the surfaces and appearance for the specified application.
A mobile stand, digital signage kiosk, and service podium each have different physical requirements. Manufacturing them involves attention to their dimensions, configuration, and intended function throughout production.
At Long Island facility, Parabit’s team carries out this work for the JFK projects featured in the video, with production tailored to each project’s requirements.
Parabit’s broader design and manufacturing capabilities span engineering, prototyping, manufacturing, integration, quality assurance, and project support.
Planning Specialized Airport Infrastructure
For airport operators, technology providers, and project teams, a clear manufacturing scope starts with how the finished unit will be used.
Before requesting a stand, kiosk, desk, or podium, establish the following requirements.
Intended Use
Describe what the unit needs to support, who will use it, and the activities that will take place around it. A passenger-facing kiosk and a staff workstation will have different priorities.
Equipment and Integration
Identify the equipment the structure must accommodate. Dimensions, mounting requirements, connections, and component access help inform the configuration.
Installation Location
Provide information about available space and site constraints. Consider how the unit will fit alongside nearby equipment, work areas, and passenger routes.
Service and Maintenance Access
Explain how staff and technicians will reach the equipment during normal operation and servicing. Access requirements should be considered before the configuration is finalized.
Appearance and Finish
Define the visual requirements alongside the functional ones. Materials, finishes, and branding should be discussed as part of the project scope.
Quantities and Schedule
Share anticipated quantities and delivery milestones so the manufacturing team can discuss feasibility and production planning.
These details provide a practical starting point for developing infrastructure tailored to an airport project.
Airport Infrastructure Manufactured in New York
The EPP Mobile Stands, Digital Signage Kiosks, and Desks and Podiums featured in this production update are being manufactured at Parabit’s Roosevelt, NY facility.
With more than 30 years of experience, Parabit supports aviation partners with specialized manufacturing and infrastructure solutions. This look inside the facility shows that work in progress, from individual components to assembled units and finishing.
Explore Parabit’s airport and transportation solutions, or contact the team to discuss the stands, kiosks, desks, or podiums required for your next project.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Parabit’s manufacturing facility?
Parabit’s manufacturing facility is located at 35 Debevoise Avenue in Roosevelt, New York, on Long Island.
What is Parabit manufacturing for JFK Airport?
The projects featured in this production update include EPP Mobile Stands for BigBear.ai for use at JFK International Air Terminal, Digital Signage Kiosks for DESIGNA for deployment at JFK Airport, and Desks and Podiums for JFK’s New Terminal One.
What does EPP stand for?
EPP stands for Enhanced Passenger Processing. Parabit is manufacturing mobile stands for the BigBear.ai project described in this update. BigBear.ai provides the EPP biometric technology.
Does Parabit manufacture airport kiosks, desks, and podiums?
Yes. Parabit manufactures digital signage kiosks, desks, podiums, and other specialized infrastructure for airport applications. Configurations can be discussed with the team based on the requirements of the project.
How do you begin a tailored airport manufacturing project?
Start by defining the intended use, installation location, equipment requirements, quantities, and delivery milestones. These details help the manufacturing team evaluate the scope and discuss an appropriate configuration.
