Company: Backhoff Automation, Savage, MN

Website: www.beckhoff.com

Equipment Snapshot: The CP32xx Panel PC series from Beckhoff Automation offers industrial multi-touch display technology in an all-in-one, high-performance automation device for human machine interface (HMI) and control applications. Designed for mounting-arm installation, the devices feature all-around IP 65 protection and integrate best-in-class, multi-touch control panel technology with a high-performance industrial PC (IPC) in a rugged, compact, aluminum housing. The area at the rear of the unit, required for swiveling and tilting the connected mounting arm, accommodates added IPC components while saving space. The CP32xx Panel PC has excellent heat dissipation characteristics due to internal fans, according to the company, and offers easy access to all components and connectors. Several processor options and display sizes are also available.