https://tsubis.de/en/industrial-panel-pc/ Industrial Panel PC 2022-01-18 09:32:40 Frank Reinecke Blog post

History of the computer

In the modern world in which we live, each of us has a home computer (or PC-personal computer), except in very remote places. Even our phone is a small PC. In the beginning this was not the case. The first computers were intended for the military, and only later for companies. The personal computer came from Popular Electronics magazine, which introduced the first personal computer in its January 1975 issue, called the Altair 8800, as a $397 kit.
In short, they are massively represented in every area of our modern society and in industry. The industrial panel PC is a niche product in which the computer must meet certain characteristics. A PC can control one or more machines at the same time. Many parts of the production process such as services, workflows, manufacturing, logistics, marketing, sales and much more. are controlled by computer systems. Another important feature is the physical form of the PC; it should be practical to set up and position without too much trouble. There are panel PCs for this, which are practical all-in-one computers that can be installed wherever they are needed. Here we explain what an industrial panel PC is and why it should be used.

PC panels according to your wishesWhat is a Industrial panel PC?

A Industrial-PC is a PC intended for use in industry. That is, the production of products or services within an industry. These computers are more reliable, longer lasting and more accurate than a regular computer, so they are also more expensive. They usually come in boxes or containers, making them easier to transport. They are designed for use in unsafe or special environments, e.g. in environments with strong vibrations, extreme temperatures, high humidity or excessive dust.

The second, the PC panel, is an all-in-one personal computer built on a display panel. It is easy to transport and can be mounted wherever a display can be placed. It offers a fully functional computer in a small space.
It should be noted that an industrial PC is not always a panel PC, but a panel PC is always an industrial PC. For the consumer market, a Panel PC would be a regular all-in-one.

To know whether a Panel PC also is the right solution for you, you must of course first understand what its definition is and what it can do accordingly. Generally speaking, such a term refers to all Personal Computer summarized in which an all-in-one solution was created. Specifically, this means that both the computing and the input and display units were installed in a common housing. Conversely, this means that a touchscreen is usually used here.

Most panel computers use a fanless case in which the internal heat-generating components are cooled using heat sinks. Without the fans, our developers were able to produce a completely enclosed system with no vents. The absence of ventilation openings results in resistance to dust and small particles. This means there are no ventilation openings through which contaminants can enter the system. In addition, there are no cables soldered inside the device, which increases shock and vibration resistance.

SSDs (solid state drives) are usually installed here. These are also far more robust because they store data on NAND chips. This is a big advantage over HDDs (hard drives), which (unfortunately) are still often installed in normal PCs.

Traditional home PCs cannot cope with the harsh conditions of modern manufacturing. Fortunately, Industrial Panel PCs have become standardized equipment used to control, support and provide automation functions as well as points of use, kiosks and other important software components.

In contrast to conventional devices, robust PCs are suitable for industrial environments and can be easily connected to other systems without disrupting operations.

This makes rugged PCs perfect for industrial automation as they have the ease of use, robustness, durability and design to integrate seamlessly into most industrial automation processes.

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The integrated solution

A panel PC (e.g. the Siemens Mobile Panel) is an integrated solution that combines both a display and a computing unit to form an all-in-one computer. Industrial panel PCs are generally more robust and offer both capacitive and resistive touchscreens. Capacitive touchscreens enable multi-touch functionality, while resistive screens can be used by operators wearing gloves, a feature often required in manufacturing and production environments.

This creates a device that is very easy to install, maintain and, above all, operate. The devices can also be easily adapted to specific requirements and are often particularly stable – some are even dust and/or water resistant. In addition, they can be connected almost anywhere – as long as there is electricity, of course. The Panel PCs can literally disappear into walls, but can also be attached with special columns and arms. This is what makes them such popular solutions in the industry.

They have now established themselves in a wide variety of industries. They have become indispensable, especially in medicine, but also in many mechanical professions. With CNC welding, for example, they offer one safe and easy operation of the machines. But they are also welcome in the military, sales, logistics and many other areas.

Advantages of a Tsubis Industrial Panel PC

  • They can be used anywhere
    As they are a simple panel, they only require a place to mount them (e.g. a VESA mount).
  • They are durable and robust
    They are specifically designed for industrial environments that a traditional PC could not survive, as they are fanless and built with a high level of IP protection.
  • Practical and compatible
    Thanks to their design (durability, size, ports and touchscreen) they fit into any industrial environment where a PC is needed.
  • Future-oriented
    Thanks to computers, industry is becoming more and more efficient. An industry that uses computers is open to new technologies to improve usability, product quality and efficiency.

What are the disadvantages of an industrial panel PC?

More expensive
Due to the special requirements of an industrial environment, these PCs are often significantly more expensive than a conventional PC. This also includes maintenance and repair costs; Because these PCs are custom-built, they are more expensive to repair.

Operational capability
These PCs are aimed at a very specific market, so they cannot be used by everyone without prior training to take full advantage of their advantages. Ultimately, however, it depends more on the software used.

Operational capability
These PCs are aimed at a very specific market, so they cannot be used by everyone without prior training to take full advantage of their advantages. Ultimately, however, it depends more on the software used.

Are you looking for optimal control for your company’s machines? Then you are exactly right here. At Tsubis, we have made it our mission to work with our customers to design individual PCs for industry that are tailored to local conditions and technical requirements. Simply contact us and we will help you choose!

How does an industrial panel PC for production systems work?

The first area of application for an industrial panel PC is monitoring and controlling the assembly line. In this way, the effectiveness and efficiency of the entire line can be increased through precise monitoring of every part of the process.
Secondly, the systems are used in automation. By connecting one (or more) PCs to the production process and monitoring and controlling parts of the process, a higher level of automation of the production process is achieved.  Finally, the margin of error is reduced (and, if present, helped to minimize it).

Why should you use an industrial panel PC in your company?

There is hardly a niche in the world where a computer is not used at some stage of the production process. Only small, traditional craft businesses make less use of the advantages of industrial computers to produce the end product. However, the Internet is used to distribute the products.

In manufacturing and production, the linking of information across all company levels increases the requirements
on the computing power, function and availability of industrial PCs. A trend that is increasing with increasing digitalization
digitalization will strengthen. According to experts, the volume of digital information will increase tenfold in the next five years.
five years, especially in the area of industrial processes.
Tsubis industrial PCs offer an innovative platform with long-term availability to prepare your machines and systems for the challenges of the digital factory.
Do you need to process and edit a large amount of production-relevant information? Then benefit from our wide range of products for tasks such as:

  • Control and monitoring of control center processes with rack PCs and multi-monitor configurations
  • Fast and secure data transfer with a maintenance-free Box PC as a compact gateway to the company cloud
  • Powerful data acquisition and machine automation with robust box PCs-
  • Combined observation, operation and PC-based control with panel PCs
  • Mobile data monitoring and acquisition with industrial touch panel PCs
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This industrial computer looks particularly elegant and simple because it has a very flat design. Operation is handled via a touchscreen, which is enclosed by a true flat front. The Display itself measures 19″, i.e. almost 50 cm and was anti-reflective before shipping. In order to ensure a clear image under all circumstances, it also offers an extended viewing angle and a very true color display.

Industrial personal computers

This series is rack mount PCs that are manufactured in very robust housings. They vary in display size between 10″ and 19″ and can therefore be individually adjusted by you. These systems are also controlled as standard using a 10-finger touch operation, which is designed to be very intuitive. Either you install existing hardware in it or use our offers.

Slim Line Panel Pc

The Embedded PC is not a typical panel PC, but rather a box PC. This means that the screen is missing here, so to speak. Instead, you will receive a robust housing with all the hardware tailored to your needs.
As you can see, our various offers are almost guaranteed to suit your circumstances. No matter what business you actually work in, we at Tsubis make it our mission to find the perfect solution for you.