Maximizing Productivity with a Ruggedized Industrial PC Solution
A BVM Case Study
Introduction to the Customer
In the dynamic field of construction, reliability and reputation are critical. Our client, a leading provider of Biometric Access Control solutions for construction sites, excels in their industry with a comprehensive platform integrating access control, time and attendance tracking, online inductions, and ID verification.
Customer Requirements
Our client faced persistent issues with their commercial PCs deployed on construction sites. These systems frequently failed, necessitating costly site visits by engineers and replacements. Seeking a more durable solution, they required an industrial-grade alternative capable of withstanding harsh environmental conditions.
Challenges
The commercial PCs in use were not designed for the extreme conditions typical of construction sites, including significant temperature fluctuations. Despite frequent failures, the client continued using these systems, unaware of the advantages offered by industrial-grade PCs, such as enhanced durability, reliability, and an extended lifecycle of 5-7 years.
Product Supplied by BVM
Following several consultations with the engineering teams of both BVM and the client, BVM identified the Jetway HB368F21 Elkhart Lake Fanless Box PC as the optimal solution. This industrial ruggedized PC was chosen for its performance, durability, and reliability in demanding construction environments. Key features included wide temperature tolerance and protection against power loss, making it ideal for field deployment.
Result: A Ruggedized Industrial PC Solution
By transitioning to BVM’s industrial-grade PCs, the client saw a significant reduction in downtime and maintenance costs. The tailored solution exceeded their expectations, incorporating a built-in modem and a customized version of Windows 10 IoT LTSC 2021 with a write filter, ensuring optimal performance and lowering the total cost of ownership.
The success of the initial three-month rollout led the client to expedite their program, deciding to replace their entire fleet of 750 PCs with the Jetway HB368F21 within 12 months. As a result, field failures and engineering site visits became a thing of the past.
Jetway HB368F21-6412-W Fanless Elkhart Lake Box PC: Key Features
- Product Name: Jetway HB368F21-6412-W
- System Type: Fanless Elkhart Lake Box PC
- CPU: Intel Elkhart Lake SoC Processor
- RAM: 1* DDR4 3200MHz SO-DIMM up to 32GB
- Expansion: 1* M.2 E-key (2230, PCIe Gen.3 x1/USB2.0 interface), 1* M.2 B-key (3042,USB3.0 interface)
- Other features: 2* USB3.1 (Gen.2), 4* USB2.0, 2* RJ45,1* Audio (MIC + Line-out), 1* Line-IN, 3* DP, 2* COM, 1* GPIO, Support TPM2.0 (option), Dimensions: 160.210643.5 mm, DC12V_60W Adapter
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