Taiwan-listed industrial computer maker Avalue Technology has launched a new compact computing system aimed at meeting growing demand for Edge computing in industrial environments, as manufacturers accelerate digital transformation initiatives.
The company said the EPC-ASL, built on Intel’s N97 Alder Lake-N processor and supporting DDR5 memory, is designed for stable round-the-clock operation in conditions such as factories, warehouses, and logistics centres.
The system, which features dual 2.5GbE LAN ports and support for multi-monitor configurations via HDMI and DisplayPort, represents a step up in performance compared with previous generations, according to the company. Avalue said the device is particularly suited for workloads in smart factories, Edge data analytics, and visualisation.
The EPC-ASL adopts a fanless thermal design to withstand high temperatures, dust, and vibration, addressing common failure points and reducing maintenance costs. Expansion slots allow for wireless connectivity including Wi-Fi 6E, LTE, and 5G, while a range of input-output interfaces, including six USB ports and two serial COM ports, support integration with a variety of industrial systems.
Avalue said that the EPC-ASL’s compact form factor and default wall-mount kit targeted deployment in space-constrained settings such as smart lockers, retail terminals, and automation cabinets. The inclusion of a hardware-based TPM 2.0 security module is aimed at users in security-sensitive industries such as healthcare and financial services.
The company emphasised that the EPC-ASL should be seen not just as a single device but as a flexible platform adaptable to retail, logistics, surveillance, and other industrial applications.
It said the launch was part of its wider strategy to strengthen its position in smart manufacturing and industrial automation.
