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Robert Lu

Robert Lu is the VP of product engineering for Premio inc. Premio is a global solutions provider specializing in computing technology from the edge to the cloud, including embedded IoT computers, rugged edge computers, HMI displays, and HPC storage servers.  For more than 30 years, the company has designed and manufactured highly reliable, worldclass computing solutions for enterprises with complex, highly specialized requirements.

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  • Thumbnail for IHS Markit teams with Impact Energy and Swiss government to improve energy efficiency requirements

    IHS Markit teams with Impact Energy and Swiss government to improve energy efficiency requirements

    The goal of the project is to minimize adverse effects and make sure associated industry players are represented as the Swiss government makes important decisions that promote a sustainable environment.
    27 April, 2017 | 1 minute
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    EE Boost chooses C3DLabs' products for simulation software development

    EE Boost chose C3D Labs’ line of products for the development of its simulation software of wave behavior in acoustic, elastic, electronic, and photonic applications.
    27 April, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for 24/7 Stable Performance as Tough Challenge in IoT Generation

    24/7 Stable Performance as Tough Challenge in IoT Generation

    The demand for small form factors for space-constrained embedded application is increasing rapidly. In response to this requirement, DFI gladly introduces you to ultra-small size products which includes industrial motherboards and system-on-modules based on the new generation Intel® Atom™ processor E3900 series (code name: Apollo Lake).
    27 April, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Opto 22 announces joining of The Linux Foundation

    Opto 22 announces joining of The Linux Foundation

    In joining The Linux Foundation, Opto 22 hopes to spearhead the adoption of open-source technology in the industrial automation and process control industries, and accelerate the rollout of Industrial Internet of Things applications.
    27 April, 2017 | 1 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Rotork actuators used to help upgrade Brazilian water treatment plant

    Rotork actuators used to help upgrade Brazilian water treatment plant

    Profibus DP enabled Rotork IQ multi-turn electric valve actuators were installed during the upgrade and expansion of the water treatment plant. The majority of the 136 IQ electric actuators were installed to control the inlet, outlet and backwashing functions on the new and existing filters.
    27 April, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for DFI's Factory Tour For Deaf Students from University of Tsukuba in Japan

    DFI's Factory Tour For Deaf Students from University of Tsukuba in Japan

    DFI held a factory tour to introduce the manufacturing process of industrial motherboards and embedded system for the Japanese students from Special Needs Education School for the Deaf, University of Tsukuba, in December.
    27 April, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for This is what’s truly essential for embedded solutions - DFI Fanless and Small Box PC

    This is what’s truly essential for embedded solutions - DFI Fanless and Small Box PC

    As more and more balance is required among high performance, small size, and ability to be fanless in the embedded markets, DFI is glad to introduce to you a brand-new option: EC70A-SU/EC70B-SU industrial box PC powered by 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 processor (code name: Skylake).
    27 April, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Parker Hannifin introduces Voice of the Machine IoT platform

    Parker Hannifin introduces Voice of the Machine IoT platform

    The Voice of the Machine IoT platform is an open, interoperable and scalable ecosystem of connected products and services. Every connected product uses the same repository of digital services with an exchange-based platform architecture, designed by software experts at Exosite.
    27 April, 2017
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    Fluke announces release of DATAPAQ EasyTrack 3 system

    Fluke Process Instruments has equipped the data logger with a polycarbonate casing that withstands harsh treatment and heat up to 100 °C without distortion and without harm to the electronics.
    27 April, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Schneider Electric releases System Platform 2017

    Schneider Electric releases System Platform 2017

    This next generation offering includes an interface with improved visualization, smarter navigation and is integrated with the Schneider Electric Industrial Software portfolio –extending new and existing solutions with capabilities that digitally link the Engineering, Operations and Asset Performance aspects of the industrial value chain.
    27 April, 2017
  • Thumbnail for DFI announces AL171/AL173 Mini-ITX industrial motherboards with Intel Atom E3900 Processor

    DFI announces AL171/AL173 Mini-ITX industrial motherboards with Intel Atom E3900 Processor

    • Intel® Atom™ Processor E3900 Series • Mini-ITX • 2 DDR3L 1867MHz SODIMM up to 16GB • Three independent displays: (VGA/DP++) + (HDMI/DP++) + (LVDS/eDP) • DP++ resolution supports up to 4096x2304 @ 60Hz • Multiple expansion: 1 M.2, 1 PCIe x1, 1 Mini PCIe • LPC EXT-RS232/485 module extends additional 4 COM ports • Rich I/O: 2 Intel GbE, 6 COM, 4 USB 3.0, 5 USB 2.0
    27 April, 2017
  • Thumbnail for Siemens introduces TIM 1531 IRC communication module

    Siemens introduces TIM 1531 IRC communication module

    With its TIM 1531 IRC communication module, Siemens is extending its telecontrol product spectrum to include modular RTUs (Remote Terminal Units) on the basis of the Advanced Controller Simatic S7-1500
    27 April, 2017
  • Thumbnail for DFI Inc. Earns Certification as Qualified Manufacturer to IPC QML

    DFI Inc. Earns Certification as Qualified Manufacturer to IPC QML

    DFI announced that it has been awarded an IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 Qualified Manufacturers Listing (QML) by IPC’s Validation Services Program under the on-site audit guidance.
    26 April, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for What's More Thrilling - DFI's New Products with 7th Gen Intel Core Processors

    What's More Thrilling - DFI's New Products with 7th Gen Intel Core Processors

    DFI’s upcoming boards with 7th Generation Intel® Core™ processor (code name Kaby Lake) bring customers overall enhanced experiences such as low-power with a TDP of 15W, increased CPU performance by 5%, visual enhancement with lower power consumption, and faster speed shift technology.
    26 April, 2017 | 1 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Otto Motors helps GE enable lean manufacturing of medical equipment

    Otto Motors helps GE enable lean manufacturing of medical equipment

    GE Healthcare has reduced the size of its repair cell stations at the Repair Operations Center by 40%, much of which is due to the integration of the OTTO self-driving vehicles.
    26 April, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Improve Mass Transit Service with DFI’s COM Express

    Improve Mass Transit Service with DFI’s COM Express

    As a national operator of railway lines, Korail recognized the need to improve its services due to consumer demands and the modernization of mass transit. Through collaboration with other hardware suppliers and system integrators, DFI contributed to the successful upgrade of the TVMs at major subway stations in Seoul.
    26 April, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for Korail Successfully Increased the Efficiency of Ticket Machines by Importing DFI’s COM Express

    Korail Successfully Increased the Efficiency of Ticket Machines by Importing DFI’s COM Express

    Since studies have shown that ticketing experience plays a vital part in customers’ perception of transit service quality, Korea Railroad Corporation (Korail), a national operator of railway lines, recognized the need to deliver efficient passenger services by upgrading the ticket vending machines at major stations.
    26 April, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Wide-Temp Rugged Embedded Boards Perform 24/7 in Extreme Environments

    Wide-Temp Rugged Embedded Boards Perform 24/7 in Extreme Environments

    DFI has launched new industrial motherboards powered by the latest Intel® Atom™ processor E3900 family (code name Apollo Lake).
    26 April, 2017 | 1 minute
  • Thumbnail for Can DFI propel customers to the next level with the new SBC?

    Can DFI propel customers to the next level with the new SBC?

    The combination of the 6th generation Intel® Core™ processor and DFI’s high quality production ensures that the new SBC is equipped with high speed CPU performance, powerful 4K-capable graphics, DDR4, and Windows 10 support.
    26 April, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Thumbnail for What Is the Next Generation of Process Automation Wireless Technology?

    What Is the Next Generation of Process Automation Wireless Technology?

    Wireless technology has gained rapid acceptance in many industrial sectors because of its cost effectiveness, reliability, fast deployment, and flexibility.
    By: Contributing Authors
    26 April, 2017 | 6 minutes
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