Emerson unveiled the PACSystems IPC 6010, IPC 7010, and IPC 8010 industrial computing platforms. This new range broadens Emerson’s collection of high-performance industrial personal computer (IPC) models for challenging applications, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced analytics. PACSystems IPCs include the first CPU from the new generation of processors crafted specifically to enhance AI-driven functions like predictive maintenance, process optimization, quality inspection, decision support, supply chain management, and additional features.
Essential digital transformation applications necessitate dependable and robust computing platforms, providing the performance essential for data gathering, protocol conversion, historization, and analytics to enable real-time optimization and visualization functions. The updated PACSystems line includes major performance enhancements and additional options for creating solutions for difficult industrial applications, offering various functionalities and pricing to facilitate scalable operations and reduced ownership costs
The new line of IPCs use the latest generation of soldered industrial-rated 13th Generation Intel® Core™ Processors with up to 64 GB soldered ECC memory, for maximum resistance against shock and vibration. Their compact form factor employs fan-less cooling for an extended operating temperature range up to 70 degrees Celsius, with thermal monitoring and an optional fan available for high-temperature environments. PACSystems IPCs benefit from Emerson’s patented vibration and thermal technologies to boost reliability and extend deployment life.
With solid-state drive (SSD) storage options ranging up to 4 terabytes, multiple gigabit Ethernet interfaces, up to four PCIe® slots, and other interfaces, PACSystems IPCs can be tailored to deliver high-performance computing required for vision systems, advanced analytics, data processing, historization/visualization, and other similarly rigorous functions for process optimization and improved operational insight.
Available pre-installed, pre-licensed operating systems with edge and visualization software help to simplify deployment of common configurations while also allowing users to fully customize their systems. Operating system options include Windows IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021, PACEdge, and Linux. Software options include PACEdge, Movicon Connext™, and Movicon WebHMI. Alternatively, users can load their own OS or software. Built-in Trusted Platform Module (TPM) crypto-processors and Secure Boot® software ensure that data and operations are kept secure.
“These innovative next generation IPCs are a key part of the critical hardware backbone supporting Emerson’s Boundless Automation vision,” explained Harish Shinde, vice president and general manager for controls and software, with Emerson’s discrete automation business. “PACSystems IPCs are an ideal platform for developers seeking to future-proof industrial systems and achieve continuous uptime even in extreme environments as they create IoT, AI, and other advanced applications.”