iEi Innovation in Industrial Computer Solutions

Industrial control computers, also known as industrial control computers, have long transcended the traditional notion of being mere industrial controllers in the era of Industry 4.0. With the accelerated development of smart manufacturing, new infrastructure, and the Internet of Things, industrial control computers are evolving towards greater intelligence, digitization, and informatization. The roles and tasks they undertake are becoming increasingly complex and diverse.

In the field of industrial computers, iEi has earned a stellar reputation for its high-performance products, quality services, and a wealth of industry application cases. Recently, gongkong® had the privilege of interviewing Mr. Li Chengsheng, General Manager of iEi Group China, to delve into various aspects such as products, technology, market, and applications.

iEi Innovation in Industrial Computer Solutions

Focusing on Comprehensive Solutions for Industrial Computers

In recent years, with the promotion of computer networking technologies and the rise of the industrial internet, IoT, and edge computing, clients in the industrial computer sector are no longer satisfied with single product services but tend to prefer comprehensive solutions centered around industrial control computers.

Founded in 1997, iEi has been dedicated to providing comprehensive solutions for industrial computers. Its product range includes industrial control computers, single-board computers, embedded systems, tablet computers, and fanless embedded computers. After over 20 years of development, iEi has accumulated rich industry experience in the field of industrial computers, providing integrated system solutions and ODM/OEM services for clients across various industries worldwide.

“Our markets include six major industries such as rail transit, power, and healthcare, primarily focusing on the R&D, production, and service of our standard products.” When asked how iEi balances promoting its own brand while providing ODM/OEM services, Li Chengsheng stated that the demands in the industrial sector are diverse and complex. Through years of industry experience, a professional R&D team, and its three major global manufacturing bases, iEi continuously launches products based on industry standards. Clients recognize and appreciate iEi through the design, R&D, production, and quality of its proprietary products, leading to new ODM and OEM business opportunities.

Keeping Up with Technological Trends and Mastering Core Competitive Advantages

Unlike consumer-grade computers, industrial computers operate in more demanding environments and prioritize sustained stable performance. In particular, modern industrial automation lines require high precision in computing and control, thus placing higher demands on the performance of industrial computers. With advancements in chip manufacturing technology, the hardware performance of industrial computers, such as processors and memory, is continuously improving.

In collaboration with internationally renowned tech giants like Microsoft and Intel, iEi keeps pace with technological iterations and upgrades, launching a complete set of intelligent solutions offering multiple options for the industry. For instance, iEi’s new fanless computers based on the 12th generation Intel Core processors have significantly improved and optimized performance compared to previous generations.

According to Li Chengsheng, whether it is Intel’s 12th, 13th, or 14th generation processors, they represent a substantial technological leap for Intel compared to the 11th generation and earlier products. With advancements in chip manufacturing processes, the overall performance has improved by 30%-50% compared to before. iEi has quickly brought related products to market, serving industries that require high computing power, such as 5G, AI, and machine vision.

The industrial computer industry is a typical technology-driven sector. The development trend of industrial computer technology in the era of smart manufacturing not only includes hardware performance improvements but also emphasizes the coordinated development of software and other areas. If the hardware of industrial computers is the foundation, then software is the soul.

“iEi’s advantage lies in its ability to access the latest technologies ahead of others. Before our partners’ new products officially hit the market, we can access sample information early and participate in the design and R&D, integrating the most advanced technologies into our product solutions.” Li Chengsheng emphasized that beyond focusing on hardware, iEi also provides tailored software products based on specific customer scenarios, enabling integrated management from cloud to edge. Examples include the iRM remote management platform, OKR2 one-click recovery and backup software, and IRS2 remote control software.

Unfazed by Intense Competition, Domestic Substitution is Timely

Currently, the industrial computer market has numerous participants, and manufacturers need to continuously expand and improve their product lines, accelerate technological innovation, and broaden application scenarios to meet the ever-changing market demands.

According to Li Chengsheng, iEi operates simultaneously across its standard products, ODM, and OEM businesses, providing comprehensive solutions for industrial automation scenarios such as robotics, warehousing logistics, photovoltaic and new energy battery production lines, as well as new infrastructure fields like rail transit and power, and industries such as healthcare, education, and retail.

In the current global political and economic environment, achieving self-control and domestic substitution in China’s smart manufacturing sector will be a long-term development trend. The industrial control industry, as a key core segment, will greatly benefit from the domestic substitution process. Li Chengsheng stated that domestic substitution presents both a crisis and an opportunity. In recent years, due to the pandemic, the delivery times for imported components have lengthened, accelerating the process of domestic production. Particularly, domestic government or financial systems, such as those in power and banking, have a higher demand for domestically produced solutions. iEi has long been prepared for this, including deep collaborations with leading domestic processor companies such as Haiguang, Feiteng, Zhaoxin, and Rockchip, and has launched a series of domestically produced products.

With years of technical accumulation and market experience in the industrial computer field, iEi has built a broad customer base and market share. Li Chengsheng believes that whether cooperating with domestic or international clients, the focus should always be on maintaining competitive advantages through enduring quality and service. With over twenty years of development, iEi is confident in maintaining its competitiveness and is unafraid of competition.

As smart manufacturing advances and industrial internet technologies develop, industrial computers are playing an increasingly important role in the transformation and upgrading of industrial automation. As a leader in the field of industrial computers, iEi will continue to keep pace with technological trends, continuously innovate, and provide customers with more efficient, stable, and secure comprehensive solutions for industrial computers, making a positive contribution to building digital and intelligent future factories.

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