As space becomes an issue in the automation industry, one company is producing a range of small PCs that don't compromise on functionality. PACE explains. As machines and systems are becoming more modular and control cabinets smaller, the space requirements of control components are increasingly scrutinised. At the same time, ever more complex and sophisticated machines require better computing performance. However, there are also more cost pressures in the field of automation. In order to meet all these requirements, Beckhoff has developed a new series of ultra-compact Industrial PCs (IPCs) - starting with the C6015 and the high-end C6030. These devices are suitable for a range of arenas, including environments with decentralised architectures and today's Internet of Things (IoT) and Industry 4.0 applications.
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