When it comes to computers, we often think of famous brands like Dell, HP Inc., etc. with many categories such as laptops, desktops, and workstations. These are computers designed to meet the needs of use in standard environments (offices, schools, ..). However, when operating in harsh environments (high humidity, dust, heat, etc.), these computers will not be able to guarantee the stability and long-term performance. That is the reason for the appearance of the industrial computer.

So what is an industrial computer?

Industrial computer is a computer specially designed for use in operating industrial systems such as (production lines, measurement and monitoring systems, etc.) under conditions such as temperature and humidity. , pressure, dirt, vibration, etc. are outside the operating range of a normal computer. The machine is capable of 24/7 continuous operation to ensure that the machinery system is operated continuously.

Use range of industrial computer

Industrial computers are widely used in factories (production line control, machine tool control, ...), energy industry (substations, drilling rigs, power plants), transportation (machines). charged on high-speed trains, toll stations), information systems, telecommunications, military, etc.

The difference of industrial computers

Functionally, an industrial computer is similar to a normal computer with basic components such as a processor (CPU), internal memory (RAM), and communication ports (I/O). However, industrial computers will differ from ordinary computers in hardware design. For example, the CPU will be dissipated through large heatsinks attached to the case. This design helps limit dust and dirt due to the absence of a cooling fan, contributing to the longevity and durability of the computer. The case with communication ports is designed to be dust and water resistant to suit your needs. Unnecessary components are removed to increase stability. Operating system is Microsoft Windows and Linux full version or reduced to suit user needs. Those are the basic differences of industrial computers compared to ordinary computers.

Why choose industrial computers?

Industrial computer Adlink specifically designed to suit the requirements of industrial environments or applications requiring high reliability. Even if the operating conditions are not too harsh, but the application requires 24/7 operation for many years, ADLINK computers always have the advantage of stability and durability.

Advantages of Adlink industrial computer:

• Wide operating temperature range, from 0 to 50 degrees Celsius, even up to -20 to 70 degrees Celsius for some specialized models.
• Wide operating humidity range, up to 95% non-condensing
• Meets shock resistance standards.
• Meets vibration protection standards.
• Meets IP69 dust and water resistance standards.

Some typical applications of Adlink industrial computers

Adlink's multifunction computers are integrated with industrial communication functions including data acquisition, video processing, motion control, etc.

In addition to multi-function industrial computers, ADLINK also provides industrial computers and embedded computers for specific applications, specifically:

• Smart traffic (ITS)
• Water treatment (Water Management Systems)
• Industrial automation
• Machine learning (Deep learning)