Industrial Automation and Control Solutions
Industry 4.0:
The Future of Industrial Automation and Control in SMART Manufacturing
Advancements across various sectors are propelling demand for modern automation technologies that transform traditional factories into tech-reliant operations. The rise of machine vision, predictive maintenance, and Industry 4.0 highlights the shift towards smarter, more efficient manufacturing processes that enhance productivity, quality and cost-efficiency.
Modern manufacturing demands high-performance computing, robust security, and efficient data handling for applications like machine vision and robotics. On the other hand, factory automation needs low-power solutions that are reliable and economical. BVM offers a variety of durable Industrial IPC solutions designed for long-term use and performance in extreme conditions, backed by ongoing support programs post-EOL. As you leverage these technological advancements, BVM is ready to assist you in enhancing your manufacturing capabilities.
Industrial and Embedded System PCs and Panel PCs
Industrial Computers and Embedded Systems are vital for dependable, efficient, and secure functioning in diverse industrial applications
- Robust and durable construction for shock and vibration resistance
- Wide operating temperature range (-40°C to 85°C or higher)
- Fanless cooling for silent operation and reduced maintenance
- High-brightness and anti-glare displays for readability in sunlight
- Ruggedized touchscreens, often with multi-touch capability
- Waterproof and dustproof ratings (IP65, IP67, or higher)
- Advanced connectivity options (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 4G/5G, Ethernet)
- Wide input voltage range for flexible power supply options
- Long lifecycle and support for industrial-grade components
- Compliance with industrial and safety standards (MIL-STD-810, IP Rating, ATEX, IECEx and more…)
Explore our range of industrial and embedded systems featuring a variety of processors, compact designs
and extensive I/O choices designed to meet your specific product requirements.
Industrial and Embedded System PCs
Industrial and Embedded System PCs are ready deployable PC solutions coming configured with processor and I/O of choice, memory, storage, operating system – and a whole host of other features depending on application need. BVM have a range of fanless and fanned system choice available – to meet the demands of general Industrial Automation through to in-vehicle or certified rail applications.
BVM can tailor your System PC of choice to your exact specification including processor, memory, storage and operating system.
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Industrial Panel PCs and HMIs
Choose from a range of TFT screen sizes, I/O options and processors with our industrial-grade Panel PCs.
Industrial Panel PCs
BVM’s portfolio of industrial touchscreen Panel PCs facilitate applications from process monitoring and parameter control for industrial automation through to power generation and healthcare. An array of available processor formats, touchscreen types, fanless and fanned cooling ensuring minimum heat dissipation make them ideal solutions for demanding industrial environments.
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• IEI PPC2-C-EHL IP65 Heavy Industrial Panel PCs
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IP66/IP69K Stainless Steel Panel PCs
Waterproof, Stainless Steel Panel PCs with an Anti-Corrosion design for use in Harsh and Aggressive Environments where water, dust and dirt are present. The main benefit of these Stainless Steel Waterproof Panel PCs is that their touch-screens are resistive and fully sealed to an IP66 rating, which make them highly suited for use in food preparation areas.
• Stainless Steel Panel PCs and HMIs
• Full IP66 IP69K Stainless Panel PC with Cable Gland Solution
• Waterproof IP66/IP69K Stainless Steel Panel PCs
IP66/IP69K Stainless Steel Monitors
Rugged touchscreen Stainless Steel monitors up to IP69K
- 8.4″ to 55″ Industrial Stainless Steel Monitors
- IP69K / IP67 / IP66 / IP65
- 100% Water / Dust Proof
- Projected Capacitive Multi-touch / Resistive Touch
- DisplayPort, HDMI and VGA input
• Touch Screen Integration and Display Enhancement Services
• Industrial TFT Displays and Touchscreen Monitors
• Industrial TFT Display Modules
• Industrial LCD Touchscreen Monitors
Industrial Motherboards and SBCs
These features highlight the suitability of industrial motherboards and embedded SBCs for critical and long-term applications across various demanding conditions
- High Performance and Energy Efficient Processors
- Extended temperature range (-40°C to 85°C or higher)
- Rugged design for shock and vibration resistance
- Wide input voltage range (9V to 36V or higher)
- Fanless cooling with passive thermal management
- Long lifecycle and extended availability (5 – 7 years minimum)
- Diverse I/O options (USB, Ethernet, RS232/RS485, CAN bus, GPIO)
- High reliability with low Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)
- Advanced security features (TPM, secure boot, hardware encryption)
- Environmental certifications
Industrial Motherboards and Embedded SBCs
Industrial Grade Motherboards provide the backbone for Industrial PC Systems, they are revision controlled and are available for a longer time scale compared to commercial motherboard’s and typically operate over a wider temperature range than their commercial equivalents.
Mini-ITX Motherboards and SBCs
Long Life Industrial and Embedded Mini-ITX Motherboards. A Mini-ITX Motherboard is a solution that offers performance with low power and long-life availability. Mini-ITX is a specification for a motherboard measuring 170 x 170 mm with a conventional I/O shield as used on larger scale motherboards.
AI-based Industrial Automation and Control Solutions
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the industrial automation sector by enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and boosting productivity. Innovations in AI-powered technologies, including predictive maintenance, process optimization, and vision systems, are advancing equipment reliability, refining production processes, and elevating the capabilities of robots. These advancements are set to redefine industry operations significantly.
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Industrial Automation
Here are a few examples of how artificial intelligence (AI) is used in industrial automation:
- Predictive maintenance: AI forecasts equipment failures, enhancing reliability and simplifying maintenance.
- Quality control: AI tracks production data to quickly detect and fix defects.
- Process optimisation: AI analyzes data trends to boost process efficiency.
- Supply chain management: AI improves material flow, reducing waste and increasing efficiency.
- Predictive analytics: AI forecasts demand and trends, helping adjust production and inventory.
- Robotic process automation: AI automates routine tasks like data entry, enhancing efficiency.
- Machine learning: AI improves machine performance, reducing the need for manual oversight.
The hardware required to support artificial intelligence (AI) can vary depending on the specific application and the type of AI being used. Some AI algorithms are computationally intensive and require powerful hardware to run effectively.
Deep learning algorithms, which are used for tasks such as image and speech recognition, typically require specialised hardware such as graphics processing units (GPUs) to run efficiently. GPUs are designed to perform the complex matrix calculations that are required for deep learning – and they can be much faster than traditional central processing units (CPUs) at these types of tasks.
Other types of AI, such as rule-based systems, may not require as much computational power and can be run on standard CPUs.
BVM Design, Manufacturing and Distribution Services
- Rugged, Industrial and Embedded Computer Design, Manufacturing and Customisation Services
- Computer-on-Module Carrier Board Design and Manufacturing Service
- COM Express, SMARC, Qseven, Jetson, Pi
- Rugged, Industrial and Embedded Hardware Distribution
- From Small form factor Fanless Box PCs to Large 4U Rack AI Inference Systems
- 7″ – 32″ Rugged, Industrial Touchscreen Panel PCs
- Industrial Motherboards, Embedded SBCs and Computer-on-Modules
At BVM, we bring over 35 years of experience in designing, manufacturing and distributing rugged, industrial and embedded computer hardware. Our dedication to quality and innovation has made us a trusted partner for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and system integrators worldwide.
What we Offer OEMs, ODMs and System Integrators
With cutting-edge design and manufacturing facilities in Southampton, complemented by a vast global partner network, BVM offers a variety of ready-made “off the shelf” rugged, industrial and embedded computing solutions for a number of industries including industrial automation, harsh and hazardous environments, medical, military, transport, smart city and more. These solutions can be completely customised and integrated into larger systems to meet our customers’ exact requirements.
If you can’t find an “off the shelf” product that suits your needs, our in-house design team can create a new solution from scratch.
