While regular PCs for home users have become faster and more efficient with each passing generation, computers used by industries have become more reliable. In fact, conventional PCs, even expensive ones, can't meet most industries' demands - a fall or exposure to the elements will break most regular computers and hurt a business's operations.
Today, most companies use industrial keyboards paired with industrial PCs to get the job done. Such computers have no moving parts and are tested to handle falls. In addition, they're waterproof, dustproof, and can operate optimally in wet or hot conditions and even at various altitudes.
But don't be fooled by the rugged nature of an industrial PC. They feature fast Solid State Drives, the latest Intel® Core i3/i5/i7 processors, HDMI ports, top of the line USB ports, and are highly customizable to suit a business's needs.
What's more, rugged PCs are energy efficient. Not only does the low power consumption save company energy costs, but it allows for greater mobility. For example, small and rugged PCs can easily be used on survey boats or ambulances without concerns about power generation.
Here are some industries that use industrial-grade computers:
1. The Restaurant Industry
Whether the restaurant is small, big, or large, things can get hectic during peak business hours when customers pour in to eat lunch or dinner. It's easy for accidents to occur and tempers to flare in the kitchen in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment.
From tiny eateries to renowned restaurant chains, today's restaurant industry invests in rugged computers that can thrive in hot kitchens. Such PCs help the staff reliably manage orders and keep everyone happy.
2. Emergency Vehicles
Whether it's a police car, firetruck, or an ambulance, emergency vehicles need reliable computers to handle rough rides and extreme temperatures. For example, a conventional PC can't handle the demands of a rapidly moving police car. The everyday shock would eventually break such a computer.
Likewise, a firetruck needs a computer that can operate safely, even when the mercury levels rise because of a fire. Only rugged PCs are designed to handle such environments.
3. Health Care Industry
As you can imagine, all kinds of stressful events occur on hospital floors. An industrial-strength PC that's waterproof can reliably support a wellness center's critical operations. Waterproof industrial-strength computers are especially vital nowadays, as the healthcare industry takes extra precautions for sanitizing equipment to stay safe from the COVID-19 pandemic.
4. Food Production Plants
Agriculture, dairy, fish, and meat production industries rely heavily on industrial PCs to manage operations. Such PCs are critical in meat processing plants' harsh environments where computers may be exposed to blood, guts, and extreme temperatures.
For example, a waterproof PC is an essential tool for professionals working in the dairy industry. Things can get messy, and factory floors often need to be pressure washed.
These are just four of the many industries that rely on industrial-grade computers in order to be successful. Other sectors include marine, defence, robotics, environmental, travel, outdoor entertainment, and adventure.
