The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) across industrial sectors has driven a surge in demand for high-performance, power-efficient edge computing solutions. Industries such as industrial automation, smart cities, surveillance, healthcare, and retail require real-time AI inferencing capabilities to improve operational efficiency and enhance decision-making processes. As AI applications become more complex, businesses need embedded solutions that integrate powerful AI accelerators while maintaining energy efficiency and reliability in extreme environments.
A key trend in the market is the shift toward decentralized AI processing, enabling real-time data analysis at the edge without the latency and bandwidth costs associated with cloud computing. To meet this demand, AI-powered embedded systems must feature high computing performance, ruggedized designs, and efficient deep learning model deployment. Hardware specifications, such as high TOPS (Tera Operations Per Second) AI accelerators, low power consumption, wide-temperature operation, and scalable connectivity, have become critical requirements for deploying AI at the edge.
Portwell partnered with Hailo to develop advanced edge AI systems. By integrating Hailo’s high-performance AI modules into Portwell’s industrial PCs, this collaboration delivers advanced edge AI solutions tailored to automation, robotics, surveillance, and smart city applications. These systems provide industry-leading AI inference capabilities, enabling real-time video analytics, machine vision, and predictive maintenance in industrial environments. The combination of Portwell’s durable embedded hardware and Hailo’s ultra-efficient AI acceleration ensures businesses can deploy AI-driven applications with minimal energy consumption and maximum performance.
Hailo’s AI modules set a new benchmark for edge AI performance with superior efficiency and compact integration. The Hailo-8 AI module delivers 26 TOPS, excelling in power efficiency and performance density for deep neural network inferencing tasks like object detection, facial recognition, and industrial automation. Meanwhile, the Hailo-8R Mini PCIe AI accelerator module provides 13 TOPS with industry-leading power efficiency, seamlessly integrating into embedded systems and supporting standard AI frameworks, enabling enterprises to deploy AI applications quickly and efficiently.
Portwell’s embedded systems, integrating Hailo’s AI accelerators with high-performance computing platforms, provide a strong foundation for edge AI applications. Additionally, its Design and Manufacturing Services (DMS) enable businesses to customize and optimize AI-driven solutions, ensuring scalability, flexibility, and long-term product support for evolving AI applications.
A rugged, fanless embedded system featuring Hailo-8 AI acceleration and 14th Gen Intel® Core™ processors. It supports up to 96GB DDR5 memory and multiple M.2 slots, making it ideal for industrial automation, smart factories, and surveillance.
Powered by the Intel Atom® x7000RE Series SoC and Hailo-8 AI module, this compact, fanless system ensures high-performance AI inferencing for industrial automation, transportation, and surveillance applications. With wide-temperature operation and expandable connectivity, it supports various industrial deployment scenarios.
Designed for optimized edge AI applications, this system features an Intel Celeron J6412 SoC and the Hailo-8R AI accelerator. It supports real-time deep learning inferencing for automation, healthcare, and retail applications, offering robust connectivity and compact design for seamless deployment.
The collaboration between Portwell and Hailo marks a significant advancement in edge AI computing, delivering powerful, energy-efficient AI solutions tailored for industrial applications. By integrating Hailo’s industry-leading AI accelerators into Portwell’s robust embedded systems, this partnership empowers businesses with real-time AI inferencing capabilities, optimized power efficiency, and ruggedized designs.
As AI-driven automation continues to transform industries, Portwell remains at the forefront of innovation, offering cutting-edge embedded systems that enhance operational efficiency and strategic growth. With scalable hardware solutions and comprehensive DMS support, Portwell and Hailo together provide a future-proof platform for enterprises seeking to harness the full potential of AI at the edge.