Portwell Enhances Edge AI Capabilities with WEBS-21J0-ASL and Hailo-8™ AI Module for Diverse Applications Across Industry

Integrating the Hailo-8 AI Module: Meeting Market Demands in Edge AI

Nieuw Vennep, Netherlands – Portwell is proud to introduce WEBS-21J0-ASL, a rugged and fanless embedded system now equipped with the Hailo-8 AI module. This latest offering is designed to meet the increasing demands of industrial automation, transportation, and surveillance markets, offering robust performance, energy efficiency, and reliable operation in extreme environments. With its advanced AI capabilities and compact design, WEBS-21J0-ASL delivers the power and flexibility needed for today’s industrial and embedded edge computing applications.

Integrating the Hailo-8 AI Module: Meeting Market Demands in Edge AI

WEBS-21J0-ASL is equipped with the Hailo-8 AI module, which delivers up to 26 TOPS of AI performance. This makes it a powerful solution for edge AI applications. As industries increasingly adopt AI-driven solutions, particularly in industrial automation, transportation, and surveillance, the demand for high-performance, energy-efficient systems has grown. Edge AI enables data processing at the source, reducing latency, enhancing decision-making speed, and minimizing the need for large data transfers to the cloud, thus addressing security and efficiency concerns. In line with these trends, the Portwell WEBS-21J0-ASL provides a versatile platform capable of handling complex AI workloads directly at the edge, making it ideal for real-time data processing in factory automation, transportation systems, and video surveillance applications.

AI-Powered Rugged Industrial Edge System

WEBS-21J0-ASL boasts several key features tailored to the specific needs of industrial automation, transportation, and surveillance sectors, leveraging AI computing at the edge. At its core, the system is powered by the low-power Intel Atom® x7000RE Series SoC, which includes integrated AI acceleration capabilities such as deep learning inference, AVX2 and VNNI support, and integrated graphics. These features deliver reliable performance with minimal energy consumption. It supports up to 16GB DDR4 3200MT/s non-ECC memory, ensuring smooth and efficient data handling in demanding applications.

Engineered for rugged industrial environments, WEBS-21J0-ASL operates within a wide temperature range of -20°C to 60°C, providing reliable functionality even in extreme conditions. The fanless design not only improves reliability by eliminating moving parts but also reduces maintenance costs, making the system a cost-effective solution for long-term industrial use.

For display, the system supports both DP and HDMI outputs up to 4K resolution, catering to various visualization needs. The M.2 E Key and M.2 B Key sockets expand connectivity options for Wi-Fi, LTE, and other expansion modules. Additionally, the device features an RS-232/422/485 port selectable via BIOS, offering flexibility for different serial communication protocols. The design of an antenna hole further facilitates easy installation of wireless modules, enhancing the system’s connectivity.

Portwell Leading AI-Driven Industrial and Embedded Edge Solutions

The WEBS-21J0-ASL is purpose-built for edge computing solutions across a variety of industry-grade applications, featuring a compact and fanless design that simplifies installation and maintenance. It encompasses a future-proof design, allowing for easy upgrades and integration with emerging technologies, ensuring long-term value and adaptability. More specifically, its versatile I/O interfaces enable seamless integration into diverse and dynamic environments, supporting applications in factory automation, process control, IoT gateways, smart transportation, public safety, and more. With robust construction and advanced AI capabilities, the system can handle even the most demanding tasks with ease.

As an Intel Partner Alliance Gold Member, Portwell stands at the forefront of industrial and embedded computing solutions. With a strong focus on research and development, as well as Design and Manufacturing Services (DMS), Portwell offers comprehensive support to meet the evolving needs of its customers. From consultation to mass production and global operations, Portwell delivers innovative embedded systems and tailored solutions that drive success in today’s competitive industrial landscape.

More information about the WEBS-21J0-ASL can be found here: WEBS-21J0-ASL

For more information about us, please visit our websites (www.portwell.eu) or write us an email (info@portwell.eu).

WEBS-21J0-ASL

Embedded Rugged Fan-less System with Intel Atom® X7000RE Series SoC based NANO-ITX Board

The WEBS-21J0-ASL takes advantage of Intel Atom® X7000RE /Intel® processors technologies that can support one DDR4 memory and one SATA Ports for storage. Support two Gigabit Ethernet ports , One M.2 E Key, One M.2 B Key socket.

The WEBS-21J0-ASL is an ideal platform for IoT applications, such as retail, digital signage.

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