Collection of Notable Products and Case Studies of AI x IoT [Embedded Case Studies Edition]

Advantech ranks 5th in the top 5 global brands from Taiwan for five consecutive years. November 22, 2022 - Advantech Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Taiwan, hereafter referred to as Advantech) has been ranked 5th in brand evaluation among global brands originating from Taiwan, as a global leader in industrial IoT. This marks the fifth consecutive year in the top 5, with the brand value increasing by 23% from last year, evaluated at $776 million, making it the brand with the highest growth rate in 2022. Linda Tsai, President of Advantech's Industrial IoT Group, commented as follows: "Advantech is actively promoting digital transformation (DX) in response to the rapid changes in the social environment in recent years, including the establishment of industrial AI and IoT live webinars and the on-demand video platform 'Advantech Connect.' We are engaged in a wide range of activities aimed at building new business models that leverage digital technology, particularly in areas such as smart factories, supply chain management solutions, and global e-commerce expansion."

Advantech Co., Ltd. has announced the industrial Mini-ITX motherboard "AIMB-288E," equipped with the 12th generation Intel Core (Alder Lake) i3-12100 desktop processor and NVIDIA RTX T1000 GPU. The AIMB-288E is marketed as an optimal choice for industrial applications that require a compact and slim form factor, particularly for AI development and deployment utilizing GPUs. It adopts an ultra-thin design while achieving outstanding computing performance and excellent graphics performance in edge environments. By supporting up to three independent displays (2x DisplayPort & 1x eDP, up to 4K resolution), it provides high-quality visuals across various application scenarios. Furthermore, through Advantech's rigorous manufacturing processes, it ensures the pursuit of thermal solutions, compliance with IEC-60068-2, and non-stop, long-term stable operation.

Advantech has announced the latest models of its DIN rail-compatible compact edge computers, the "ARK-1221L" and "ARK-1250L." Both products are successors to the "ARK-1220F," which was released last year, featuring ultra-compact, rugged, fanless designs, as well as a wide operating temperature range (-40 to 60°C) and power input compatibility. They also support 5G/LTE, enabling enhanced efficiency and productivity in applications such as factories and smart cities. The OS supports Windows 10 and Ubuntu, making installation and integration easy. Additionally, an optional TPM chip can be added to achieve advanced security based on hardware. Thus, the design includes front I/O, making it user-friendly in environments with limited cabinets or space, such as machine vision, device control, and smart factories.

Advantech has signed a certification partnership agreement (Focused Channel Partner) for the "Advantech Global Partner Program" with Hagiwara Techno Solutions Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, hereinafter referred to as Hagiwara Techno Solutions). Hagiwara Techno Solutions offers a wide range of solutions in IT, embedded systems, and measurement, and has a proven track record of supplying many reputable companies in the Chubu region. This Focused Channel Partner agreement was reached between Advantech, which aims to expand its market presence in the Chubu region, and Hagiwara Techno Solutions, which seeks to enhance product strength for the embedded market and globalize product support for users, to strengthen product sales.