What is an industrial computer?
These equipments include a special type of computing and processing systems. These equipments are designed and built to perform tasks such as managing automations and equipment used in factories. In these computers, technologies are often used to cool the system without needing a fan. Connections in this type of computers used in industry do not require cables and this is also one of the special features of industrial computers.
The features that are intended for this type of computer cause high efficiency and stability in the productivity of industrial automation. The filters embedded in them are of the most advanced type available to prevent environmental pollution from entering the computer. The timers of these systems also have the ability to reset completely automatically. On the contrary, industrial type home computers have completely separate CPUs that are connected to the motherboard. Because these computers have fewer uses compared to the home type, it produces and supplies them in a smaller volume.
What are the different types of industrial computers?
These computers are placed in different groups and categories according to their use and application as well as structural features.
1- Industrial computers with the possibility of being installed in Rack Mount:
This feature allows you to install other features such as long life as well as a wide range of motherboards of different models on it and use it as needed. Also, graphic cards that are needed in the industry are installed on these systems along with passive boards.
2- Fan-free industrial computers:
This type of industrial computers have a great variety of models and in addition to low consumption, they also have very little weight. This type of cooling system is designed without the need for a fan, so it is widely used in many industrial automations. Another feature of this model is the possibility of using it in harsh industrial environments and high capacity to accept the created vibrations. Also, if the industrial environment has a very high or very low temperature, it is recommended to use this type.
3. Industrial Complex Computers:
This type of computer consists of several cases along with the necessary accessories for each case, including:
monitor
passive win
motherboard
mouse
keyboard
is formed.
4- Panel industrial computers:
Most of the applications of this type of systems are in industrial environments that are harsh and have a high range of requests. For this model, either no fan is installed at all or ultra-thin fans are used. The monitor is a touch system and the possibility of lighting at high levels is considered for it. Panel computers are mainly used for the following:
Processing control
Monitoring systems
Information terminals
Transportation terminals
Other features of this type of industrial computer include a wide range of CPUs, low power consumption and the possibility of being installed in cars.
5. Professional Industrial Computers:
These systems, which are called CPCL for short, include all dimensions of the CPU board from the latest type to the multi-purpose module. Of this type of industrial computers in sectors such as:
Telecommunications
industrial automation
Telecommunications
Military
Scientific and research
Professional industrial computers are available in the market in two types, U3 and U6, which are provided with interface boards. The professional type of these computers are able to create a high operating speed by communicating with the hardware parts. This feature is considered a great advantage in industries. These models have advantages over other types, including:
There are corresponding I/Os for each board and they can be connected through the back of the case.
Ideal air conditioning
High resistance to any shock and vibration
The ability to assemble is extremely easy
Embedding DAQ cards that are also compatible with the system bus.
Bridges corresponding to the bus and suitable for PLC cards
6. Portable industrial computers:
These types of computers used in the industry are facilities such as Handland-Data Collector, which are easy to carry and move due to their small size, and their screens are also designed for touch mode. In the construction of this type of body, high standards have been put in place so that they have good resistance against all kinds of impacts and water splashes. One of the features of this model of portable computers in industry is that you can add features such as barcode scanners, wireless networks, and readers to them.
What are the uses of industrial computers?
These computers are used in various sectors, which are not limited to industry. In this section, we will mention a number of types of applications of these industrial computers: 1- Industrial automation: when the production in each sector increases significantly, human power will no longer be responsible for providing its physical and control power. For this reason and to overcome this problem, industrial automations have been designed and built. The heart of all industrial automation systems is the industrial computers used. The strong structure intended for these computers allows them to be used in industrial environments and increase the accuracy and speed of the system significantly. The tasks of these computers in industrial automation are: Management of motion systems Record data Inspection data analysis System control and monitoring According to the efficiency and tasks that these computers are responsible for, it can be said that without them, there will be no industry in the modern way. 2- Inspection-testing and measurement: measurement is used for quality and production process in the production lines of factories. These measurements will increase the quality level of the final products. Before industrial computers entered this field, these measurements were done with small samples. But with the development of industries, this task has been assigned to smart computers. The accuracy and speed of computers are much higher than the old methods, and as a result, they have a greater impact on increasing the efficiency of the production process. 3- Interactive kiosks: industrial computers that do not have fans and hmi's are considered basic needs in most businesses these days. The small size and portability of this type make it possible to cover areas that cannot be continuously monitored. These kiosks are used to reduce labor costs and increase customer satisfaction in various sectors such as airports, large businesses and even supermarkets. 4- Underground mining: Today, these computers are used for underground mining. Due to very harsh environmental conditions, they are made very resistant and strong in terms of structure to perform well in complex conditions underground. Because these computers must not only be resistant to environmental factors such as high dust and high temperature, but also show good performance. Industrial computers used in mining and underground drilling are specially designed and built for this purpose. 5- Monitoring and security: The features considered for these industrial computers, including high resistance to vibration and sudden shocks and high temperature range, have caused them to be used for monitoring and in surveillance cameras as well as in cars in order to increase the safety of passengers. Not using a fan and connecting multiple ports at the same time and supporting them are among the features that are very necessary and necessary for this application of industrial computers. 6- Military-Navy: To control operations on ships and on land, these computers are needed so that they do not lose their efficiency in complex and difficult conditions and manage and control operations. In addition to being resistant to dust, these computers are also resistant to splashing water on them. All these things contribute to the efficiency of these systems as much as possible.
