We’re celebrating 35 Years of
design & manufacture – and distribution of
industrial and embedded computing solutions
Navigating through three and a half decades, BVM have established an outstanding reputation as a distributor, designer, manufacturer – and systems integrator in the world of industrial and embedded computer system supply. Not just a participant, but a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor at the heart of an industry that supports customer industrial computing needs.
BVM takes pride in the provision of an extensive selection of industrial and embedded systems, underpinned by a gained knowledge and steadfast devotion to excellence. Our objective is to meet the unique demands of the industry you work in, providing clients with solutions that meet & surpass expectation for operational performance. Our offerings are designed to boost efficiencies, guarantee robustness – and integrate systems with cutting-edge processing technologies, operating systems, peripherals – and their linked communication.
“Our engineering skills are wide & varied, so the application of them find a role in many diverse applications. If there’s a computer inside it’s very likely it’s either been supplied or designed by BVM. Our customers are involved in healthcare, machine vision, power generation, security, oil and gas, air traffic control, aircraft manufacture, railways and marine exploration, to name but a few – and every new project brings its own unique challenges that our customers need us to solve”.
Rod Clarke: Managing Director
35 Years of Innovation
Created out of a management buy-out and lead by four people with a genuine passion for developing computing solutions to meet industrial applications head on,
BVM’s quest began in May 1989.
Our Bedrock of Success
Our 35 year journey has been mapped out by the numerous technological advances which has evolved our customer services. From our early days in 1989 right through to our current product & services that service a variety of industrial markets, here’s a timeline highlighting just some of our key milestones
1989
BVME363:
A state of the art VMEbus SBC featuring Motorola’s 68010 CPU
1993
BVME4000:
An advanced 32bit VMEbus SBC featuring Motorola’s 68040 CPU
1995
Certification
BVM gain ISO 9001 :2008 – carried right to the present day with ISO 9001 : 2015
2000
Microsoft Partnership
BVM become Microsoft embedded partner – producing configs with Windows NT – right through today with Windows 11 IoT
2002
Distribution Partnerships
BVM set up first OEM distribution agreements to provide embedded IPC solutions for UK & Ireland customers
2015
BVM expand operational facilities
and move to Lakeside House, Bishops Waltham – Southampton
2016
CAD Design
BVM introduce Soild Works for 3D mechanical design – and Altium for our PCB electronics designs to enhance our Design for Manufacture services
2016
BVM’s 1st Peli Case PC systems
a ruggedised PC system incorporating both IPC and bespoke customer electronics
Evolving Technologies and Customer Needs
Of course, since our inception in 1989 – the introduction of the internet, the advancement of processor technologies, faster electronic signalling speeds and wireless communication – and subsequently customer requirements based on their provision to meet the demands & challenges of their particular markets, have massively shaped BVM as a provider.
And as our customers businesses have grown & their needs have also evolved, BVM product portfolio and services have expanded with them, ensuring scalability or products & services – to remain as a core supplier of relevant IPC offerings in providing customers with capable solutions now – and for their future proofing, too.
Consequently, BVM are a recognised supplier in industries that extend across the board; health care & medical, food production, nuclear energy production, oil & gas, construction and military – just name but a few. Today, BVM’s unique combination of engineering, production and commercial personnel mean that we’re not solely a vertical market focussed company – and bring genuine skills to produce real solutions that cut through a broad range of industries where longevity / availability of solution, repeatability of manufacturability and scalability of solution really matter in the addressing of the unique challenges that each market brings with it.
Customer Applications : The Core of Our Innovations
For 35 years, our innovations have been fuelled by the stories and feedback from our diverse clientele. These are the voices of real-world applications that guide our hand in design & manufacturing products that make a difference. Each case study we produce are more than just words—they’re an authentication to a mutual working relationship with customers that have culminated in solutions to address a direct need.
The case studies you’ll find on our website are testaments to those needs. They’re stories of innovation, and above all else, BVM’s listening to the customer from the outset. And as we grow alongside our customers, we continue to be inspired with each new & varied application that is presented to us.
BVM Design and Manufacturing Projects
- Case Study: A Custom Carrier Board for a Global Laser Technology LeaderLearn how BVM designed a customised carrier board computer solution with long-term availability for a global leader in laser technology, eliminating obsolescence issues and ensuring operational stability.
- Case Study: Enhancing Edge Processing for our Customers Advanced Radar SystemExplore how our customer successfully developed their edge processing capabilities using a cutting-edge 3.5″ AMD Single Board Computer.
- Case Study: Enhancing Site Efficiency with BVM’s Ruggedized Industrial PC SolutionLearn how our ruggedized industrial PC solution solved the recurring PC failures in our clients construction sites, saving time and money.
- Case Study: Custom 1U Rack PC for Data Centre Thermal OptimizationDiscover the benefits of a custom 1U rack-mounted PC. This powerful solution offers high reliability, performance, and flexibility for critical environments.
- Case Study: Overcoming Industry Regulatory Hurdles in Waste ManagementLearn how BVM and DFI helped a waste management pioneer overcome UL approval challenges with their certified industrial PC systems.
- Case Study: Rail Passenger Information & Communication SystemsAs a prominent player in their field, our customer sought an innovative solution to elevate their railway passenger and platform information and communication systems for an established network provider for the UK rail network.
- Case Study: Portable PC with Integrated Test Equipment and High Bright DisplayWith a commitment to innovation and efficiencies, our client sought a bespoke rugged portable PC with an integrated Test Equipment and High Bright TFT display to streamline in-field test & monitoring processes.
- Case Study: 15″ Marine Certified Touchscreen Panel PC SolutionOur client sought an alternative supplier capable of providing & supporting their requirements for a 15″ Marine Certified Touchscreen Panel PC to fulfil an immediate 15pcs ship refit.
Cutting-edge, yet Constant: the BVM promise
Our commitment to you remains unwavering, understanding no industry stays still – and neither do we, delivering :-
- Forward-thinking designs: crafting solutions ready for to meet your future challenges
- ‘No-compromise’ quality: we ensure constituent components & overall product meets the standard that you set.
- Support: And we’re not just there to take a purchase order; if you need it, our support and advice continues long after that.
So, join us in celebrating our 35-year milestone.
Our history is teeming with stories of perseverance and dedication—stories we’re excited to continue with you at our side.
Pioneer your products destiny with BVM….
For advice & an obligation free consultation, you can access our wealth of our experience in IPC design and manufacturing,
via our application support & sales teams on 01489 780144 – or simply email us at sales@bvmltd.co.uk.