A Comprehensive Guide to Critical Equipment for Oil Rig Workers
August 8, 2024
Working on an oil rig is one of the most demanding jobs on the planet. Whether on solid ground or offshore, having the right equipment is essential for keeping operations running smoothly and keeping workers on the rig safe. This oil rig equipment list focuses primarily on the devices workers…
The Importance of IEC 60068 and Industrial Electronics Testing
August 1, 2024
In the past, we’ve discussed how important IEC 60601 certification is for medical-grade computers and tablets. But did you know there’s an equally important IEC certification for industrial electronic devices as well? IEC 60068 provides guidelines and testing procedures for electronic devices in a…
Industrial Computers: Driving Innovation and Growth in the Digital Age
July 16, 2024
Success in the industrial sector is often determined by who embraces innovation first. Henry Ford developed the modern assembly line and changed industrial processes forever. Eli Whitney invented the cotton gin and made mass-produced cotton garments feasible. Today, innovation comes from…
Protecting Digital Assets: The Role of TPM Chips in Cybersecurity
July 2, 2024
In 2023, cyberattacks inflicted an estimated $11.5 trillion in damage, including monetary losses, service disruptions, and more. As we increasingly rely on computers in every sector of life imaginable, this number is bound to increase, reaching a predicted $23.84 trillion in 2027. Understandably,…
The Right Fit: Display Size Factors for Medical and Industrial Computers
June 11, 2024
From the hospital to the factory floor, almost every industry imaginable has been improved by implementing digital technology. One of the most important (but often overlooked) considerations when implementing new computer tools or upgrading pre-existing structures is the physical dimensions of the…
How IP Addresses and Geolocation Protect Your Network
June 5, 2024
Just like how your home or business has an address, every computer, tablet, and smartphone has an address on the Internet. An Internet Protocol (IP) address helps guide traffic and manage the flow of data between devices and servers. It also serves as an essential tool in cybersecurity efforts. A…
Industrial Tablets vs. Consumer-Grade: Why Rugged Wins Out
May 16, 2024
The modern warehouse or factory floor is an increasingly digital space. Inventory management and machine controls are shifting away from paper records and analog inputs to data-powered methods for both. However, transitioning to digital tools requires the right hardware. Computer tablets are often…
How Redundancies Improve the Reliability of Medical Computers
April 30, 2024
When we hear the word “redundancy,” we often associate it with inefficient or wasteful designs or treat it as a flaw to be avoided. However, redundancy is frequently a critical component of reliability, ensuring that if one element of a system fails, other components can take over that function.…
The Ultimate Guide to NVMe Storage: Everything You Need to Know
April 4, 2024
In the world of computers, consumers are always looking for the next evolution, the next leap in power that delivers faster and more reliable performance. Recently, that evolution has taken the form of Nonvolatile Memory Express, or NVMe. NVMe is a new protocol for storing and transporting data to…
Why Rugged Tablets are Perfect for Industrial Worksites
March 28, 2024
For most workers, computers have become ubiquitous in their daily workflow. However, some workplaces are too inhospitable for the average consumer or off-the-shelf PC. Construction sites, factory floors, oil rigs, and other hazardous worksites simply are too much for a typical computer to handle.…
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