The best designed stadiums anchor fans in the experience with a thoughtful balance of digital and analog technology. Whether flipping through happy hour selections at Pass & Stow at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia or sharing historical Blue Jays team highlights at the Rogers Centre in Toronto, Split Flap and Picture Flap displays help stadiums tell dynamic sports stories and create one-of-a-kind fan experiences.
Picture Flap for Stadiums
Showcase historical game-winning plays, highlight MVPs, and pay tribute to the fans with a display that can be updated over the years.
Our Picture Flap display is best used in fan centers within stadiums, inviting fans to reminisce and reflect on team history. The ability to house multiple photos on the Picture Flap is a dynamic space saver that can share decades worth of stories in just a few rotations. The movement and subtle sound of our displays attract fan attention in a way that screens can’t — providing a unique focal point within stadium installations.
Stadiums Use Case: The Rogers Centre
At the Rogers Centre, a 17-foot Picture Flap display is featured within the newly renovated Banner Club, a massive Blue Jays themed sports bar and premium seating option right inside the stadium. The massive mechanical display rotates through images of iconic Blue Jays players such as José Batista and Tony Fernandez, also highlighting key moments from the ‘92 and ‘93 World Series. The flipping motion engages and connects fans to the team’s history in a visually appealing manner using a timeless (but easily updated) display.
Team Gallery Installation
A Picture Flap display can elevate any space, acting as a living ‘museum piece’ that helps organizations share the story of their teams. Seamlessly integrated into a storytelling environment, alongside framed jerseys, shadowboxes, murals, digital screens, VR experiences, and audio clips, the display ties memorabilia and media together into one cohesive, exciting narrative. Our Picture Flaps are also often placed behind railings or museum glass to discourage touch.
Seasonal Signage in Key Fan Areas
Picture Flap displays serve as a dynamic focal point in key fan areas, where space is limited and team storytelling is essential. The flap speed of the Picture Flap can be increased or decreased to create a louder or softer click — depending on the goal and estimated volume of fans in the designated area. As teams evolve and change, teams can order new imagery.
A Photo Worthy Fan Feature
With its striking visuals and signature sound, a Picture Flap naturally draws fans to stop, look, and share. Use it to highlight team MVPs and key moments, transforming the display into a photo-worthy feature within your stadium.
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Sizing and Customization
Picture Flap doesn’t have one “set price” or size. Picture Flap is built and priced by the 12 inch module, so size (or total module count) is the biggest driver of cost.
Visit our Picture Flap page for more insight into the process.
Split Flap for Stadiums
Update patrons on game scores, cycle through key menu items, share drink and dish specials, shout-outs to fans and VIPs, and much more.
Many of our sports clients use our Split Flap displays as key focal points within stadium bars and restaurants. The movement and subtle sound of our displays help tell kinetic stories while providing a functional use.
Stadiums Use Case: Pass & Stow at Citizens Bank Park
At Citizens Bank Park, a Split Flap display within Pass & Stow uses a custom font that matches their signage throughout the stadium, as well as a few custom colored flaps to carry through Phillies branding while contributing to the bar’s unique character.
Presenting Game Scores and Team Stats
We can add custom software to your Split Flap to incorporate game scores, team stats, and other relevant information and events at your stadium. The Pass & Stow Split Flap at Citizens Bank Park, for instance, is connected directly to their Daktronics scoreboard.
Wayfaring Through High-Volume Venues
Split Flap displays make an exceptional focal point in busy spaces where foot traffic is high and attention is fleeting. Their flap speed can be increased to create a louder tick — drawing patrons’ eyes when the board changes.
Interactive Bar and Restaurant Menus
A Split Flap display makes a menu into a dynamic and intentional stadium design feature. The rhythmic movement and nostalgic sound, reminiscent of a transit station in the 60s, keeps the environment energized. By automating changes, such as shifting to happy hour or unveiling a limited special — can also boost sales for key menu items.
Bring Fan Events to the Forefront
A Split Flap can be a central communication tool within stadiums, placed at key locations to welcome fans and VIPs, announce upcoming events at the field, and other special happenings. Throughout events, Split Flaps can provide respite from screens and maintain an old-school, analog aesthetic.
Elevate the VIP Experience
A Split Flap adds a touch of timeless sophistication to suites and VIP areas, serving as both a functional display and a design centerpiece. Use it to welcome guests by name, highlight exclusive experiences, or share live event updates, all while offering a refreshing, analog alternative to digital screens.
Create Moments Worth Flipping For
The visual and audible presence of a Split Flap invites fans to pause, notice, and share. Announce special fan birthdays, anniversaries, or special parties with curated messages that encourage organic social media engagement. The display itself becomes a photo-worthy feature at your stadium.
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How Analog Displays Made & Shipped
Each display is handcrafted with great care and detail by Oat Foundry’s production team. Our engineering team designed every detail — from the metal enclosures and circuit boards to the motor systems that drive the flaps. We then manufacture, assemble, and test each custom display at our Philadelphia shop. This approach allows us to offer a wide variety of sizes and customizations while maintaining the highest levels of quality control.
We ship all over the US and also ship our analog signage internationally — even reaching the shores of Australia, Seoul, and Hong Kong!
Our Five-Year Warranty
Every display, whether it’s a Split Flap or Picture Flap, comes with a five-year warranty, reflecting our confidence in our products. Before any of our displays ship, the tech goes through rigorous testing. Then, we offer a complementary video preview and require approval before your display is shipped. The Oat Foundry team also provides ongoing support for any challenges that may arise while getting used to your Split Flap or Picture Flap.
Tell Your Stadium Story Using Analog Tech
We partner with stadiums to engage fans through analog technology. From the first conversation with our sales team, we collaborate with you and your organization to tap into the unique story of your team. We uncover what makes your fans and team members unique, then design a Split Flap or Picture Flap that effectively carries through your message — integrating seamlessly into the fan experience. The result is an intentional team presence fans remember long after they leave.
