The factory floor can be pretty rough on a computer, to say the least. Temperature extremes, vibration, jolts, dust and corrosion can wreak havoc. But with automation applications for manufacturing environments popping up everywhere, computing devices now play a critical role, right in the thick of it all. Fierce competition and ever tighter margins mean uptime and reliability are critical factors in meeting production goals. And the typical Human Machine Interface (HMI) apparatus used by operators often depend on PCs that were never designed to withstand these rigors.
Now, KingRoad is delivering a real-world computing solution for manufacturers that is:
* Cost-effective
* Reliable
* Rugged
* Flexible
* Scalable
Deploying KingRoad in manufacturing environments drives immediate cost savings because the number of required PCs is cut dramatically. Even better, the PC itself can be moved into a protected environment connected to factory floor via a LAN, eliminating the need for costly ruggedized enclosures or components. Plus, IT staff can provide maintenance and support remotely, limiting intrusion on the shop floor and restricting access only to authorized personnel. And because the KingRoad access devices are tiny¡ªwith solid-state components, no moving parts, and no fans¡ªno matter how harsh the environment, they survive.
How it works
The KingRoad solution is based on a simple fact: today¡¯s PCs are so powerful that the vast majority of applications use only a small fraction of the computer¡¯s capacity. KingRoad¡¯s virtualization software and hardware tap this unused capacity so that it can be simultaneously shared by multiple users, spreading out the cost of the PC, and typically providing four times the number of stations for the same money.
* Cut PC acquisition costs cut by 60%
* Lower electrical consumption by 90%
* Dramatically reduce IT complexity and costs
*Increase security from viruses and malware
*Substantially increase uptime and overall reliability
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