Key Features of a Single Board Computer Embedded in Smart Factory Applications
A robust single board computer (SBC) is essential for modern industrial applications implementing robotics, machine health monitoring, wireless sensor networks, safety systems, networking, and asset tracking. Built with a focus on futureproofing and wireless flexibility, our SBCs also include features to accelerate machine learning and AI in extreme environments. Manufactured in the USA, our industrial-grade SBCs are designed to withstand extreme temperatures and rugged conditions, ensuring proven reliability and quality.
Our SBCs, powered by the NXP™ i.MX 8M Mini or Plus ARM® CPU, offer customizable options to suit various applications, with out-of-the-box evaluation kits that facilitate a fast time to market. We prioritize security with TPM and secure boot, ensuring data and operations remain protected. With a product lifecycle of over 10 years, Gateworks single board computers provide longevity and peace of mind. The Linux Ubuntu software support enhances usability and integration, while our ruggedized designs are ready for shock and vibration, making Gateworks an ideal partner for smart factory initiatives.
AUTOMATION
Enhancing Efficiency Through Intelligent Automation
Gateworks SBCs provide the computational power and flexibility needed to integrate with various automation systems, from programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to robotic arms. Combined with modules for real-time communication like cellular or Wi-Fi, Gateworks SBCs allow for seamless connectivity and data exchange across a smart factory. This ensures that automation systems can respond to real-time data, adapt to changing conditions, and optimize performance continuously.
MACHINE HEALTH
Proactively Maintain Equipment with Smart Monitoring
Paired with high-precision sensors and connectivity modules, Gateworks SBCs can collect and analyze data on temperature, vibration, and other critical parameters to ensure optimal performance of industrial equipment. By utilizing machine learning algorithms, these SBCs can predict potential failures before they occur, allowing for preemptive maintenance. This not only reduces downtime but also extends the lifespan of your machinery, saving time and resources.
WIRELESS SENSORS
Experience the Power of Wireless for Seamless Data Collection
Whether monitoring environmental conditions, equipment status, or production output, wireless sensors integrated with an SBC will ensure operations are running at peak efficiency with real-time data at your fingertips. Combined with wireless communication modules, an industrial Gateworks SBC can serve as the central hub for collecting, processing, and transmitting data from these sensors.
SAFETY
Prioritize Workplace Safety with Intelligent Monitoring Systems
Gateworks SBCs integrated with various safety sensors and devices, such as emergency stop systems, gas detectors, and access control systems can process data in real time to trigger automated responses or alerts when unsafe conditions are detected. By leveraging robust wireless connectivity, safety systems can communicate instantly across large facilities, ensuring that every worker and process is protected at all times.
ROBOTICS
Empower Precision and Control in Robotics
The computational power needed to control robotic systems, from simple pick-and-place arms to complex autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) can be managed by a Gateworks SBC. When integrated with high-speed networking and real-time processing modules, robots can be enabled to operate with precise control, adapt to dynamic environments and execute tasks with minimal latency. This level of integration makes it possible to scale robotic operations across various industrial applications.
NETWORKING
Build a Reliable, Scalable Network for Operations
A strong network is the foundation of any smart factory, enabling all devices, sensors, and systems to communicate effectively. Gateworks SBCs are designed to serve as central nodes in these networks, providing high-speed connectivity through wired and wireless options. By leveraging modules for Wi-Fi, cellular, and Ethernet connectivity, factories can ensure all systems are interconnected, data is transmitted securely and operations remain synchronized.
ASSET TRACKING
Keep Track of Assets with Precision and Ease
A Gateworks SBC, combined with GPS and wireless communication modules, offer comprehensive asset tracking solutions for complex industrial effeciency. Whether tracking the location of mobile equipment, inventory, or even personnel, SBCs can provide real-time data that ensures assets are always where they need to be. This visibility helps in optimizing workflows, reducing losses, and improving overall resource management within a smart factory.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS
Pair an industrial Gateworks single board computer with wireless modules for the foundation of a scalable, secure, automated and flexible smart factory.
GW8200 VeniceFLEX SBC
✓ High-Performance Low Power ARM® SBC
✓ NXP™ i.MX 8M Plus
✓ CE-Ready
✓ Linux OS & Board Support Package
✓ Isolated CAN & PoE
✓ 2x Gigabit Ethernet Ports
✓ 2x Flexible Sockets
Mini PCIe to M.2 Adapter for Cellular Modems
✓ Converts Mini-PCIe slot to M.2 B-Key Slot for 5G Cellular Modems & Other M.2 Cards
GW7200 Venice SBC
✓ High-Performance Low Power ARM® SBC
✓ NXP™ i.MX 8M Mini or Plus
✓ Linux OS & Board Support Package
✓ 2x Gigabit Ethernet Ports
✓ 2x Mini-PCIe Slots
✓ RS232, RS485,
Wi-Fi HaLow
✓ 802.11ah HaLow Low-Power, Long-Range Wireless
✓ Silex SX-NEWAH 802.11ah Module
✓ Frequency: 902.0 ~ 928.0 MHz
GW7300 Venice SBC
✓ High-Performance Low Power ARM® SBC
✓ NXP™ i.MX 8M Mini or Plus
✓ Linux OS & Board Support Package
✓ 2x Gigabit Ethernet Ports
✓ 3x Mini-PCIe Slots
✓ RS232, RS485,
Cellular & BLE Radio
✓ u-blox SARA-R410M-02B LTE CATM1 Cellular Modem
✓ u-blox NINA-B301 Open CPU Bluetooth 5.0
✓ Low Cost, Low Bandwidth
GW7400 Venice SBC
✓ High-Performance Low Power ARM® SBC
✓ NXP™ i.MX 8M Plus
✓ Linux OS and Board Support Package
✓ 1x Gigabit Ethernet Ports
✓ 3x Mini-PCIe Slots
✓ 1x M.2 Slot
✓ CAN