With fossil fuels being depleted at an ever increasing rate, energy is becoming the decisive economic factor. In the emerging markets, energy consumption is growing exponentially. Many alternative energy companies are creating new economies in order to facilitate a more sustainable energy market.

In contrast to other energy sources which are concentrated in a limited number of countries renewable energy resources and significant opportunities for energy efficiency exist over wide geographical areas. Rapid deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency, and technological diversification of energy sources, would result in significant energy, security and economic benefits.

Demands of energy applications

Many different criteria are mandatory for an application in energy:  Computing solutions have to stand up to the rigors of shock and vibration, temperature, dust and other environmental conditions. Reliable extended life and guaranteed long-term availability of components must be supported.

Best practices must also include a spectrum of design features such as ‘wartungsfrei’ (maintenance-free) components, experience with ruggedized enclosures, thermal management as well as worldwide technical support.

Kontron’s industrial computer platforms are designed to enable secure and energy efficient solutions in the energy market in applications ranging from central control computers to distributed sub stations in the field—quickly, reliably and cost-effectively.

Industrial computer platforms can be installed throughout the industry: Oil &Gas, Wind and Solar Power as well as in biogas, power plants and in ‘smart grids’, a digital energy system that provides more efficient and reliable electricity and reduces carbon footprints.

1）Panel PC

Intelligent. Intuitive. Scalable – Technology made for the world of tomorrow

2）Embedded Box PCs

Kontrons Box PCs are suitable for machine, cabinet building factory automation, offering scalability in performance, connectivity and size. Kontrons Box ...

3）PC/104

MOPS PC/104 family present the largest consistent single board family - full accessory re-use is a fact - making easiest up and downgrades very easy and ...

4）Computer-on-Modules

Computer on Modules (COMs) are highly integrated component SBCs that support system expansion and application-specific customization. The CPU module delivers

5）CompactPCI Serial Boards & Systems

The CompactPCI serial standard is an evolution of the existing PICMG 2.0 specification, which is characterized by serial communications over the backplane

6）CompactPCI Systems & Platforms

Complete line of 3U and 6U CompactPCI chassis and platforms along with a diverse line of plug in CompactPCI boards such as industrial I/O and communications, ...