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Panel PC Windows Embedded: The Custom Touchscreen Core for Industrial Equipment
With the trends of automation and intelligentization, traditional computers and general-purpose display devices are struggling to meet the needs of industrial equipment, kiosks, and self-service terminals.
Panel PC Windows Embedded was developed to address this need. It integrates the Windows Embedded system with a rugged touchscreen panel, providing high stability, flexible customization, and long-term support.
Industry Trends and Market Background
According to the latest market report, the global embedded systems market size is estimated at $112-113 billion in 2024-2025, and is projected to reach approximately $169 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exceeding 7%.
This indicates a huge demand for embedded hardware due to the increasing intelligence and automation of devices.
For device manufacturers requiring long-term operation, stable control, and touch/display interfaces, the Windows Embedded + Custom Panel PC solution offers significant advantages.
Why Choose Panel PC + Windows Embedded?
Advantages & Explanation
- Stable System & Long-Term Support: Windows Embedded provides Long-Term Support (LTS), suitable for continuous operation environments.
High Customization Capability (CPP): Screen size, brightness, protection rating, interfaces, casing, etc., can be customized to your needs.
Integrated Touch + Display + Computing: Suitable for front-end device control, vending machines, medical equipment, industrial control equipment, etc.
Harsh Environment Adaptability: Customizable dustproof, waterproof, shockproof, and temperature-resistant designs.
OEM/ODM Friendly: Easily integrates into OEM/ODM devices, saving on system compatibility and long-term maintenance costs.
Main Application Scenarios
1. Automation Equipment & Factory Control Systems
Applications: Machine control panels, production line operation terminals, data display and monitoring.
Requirements: Stable operation, touch input, wide temperature range, dust and moisture resistant.
Advantages: Windows Embedded supports industrial protocols (such as Modbus, OPC, etc.), facilitating integration with PLC/DCS.
2. Retail/Self-Service Kiosks
Applications: Self-service ordering machines, ticketing machines, payment terminals, information kiosks.
Requirements: Sensitive touch response, fast interface response, stable interface, and security.
Advantages: Panel PC + Windows Embedded + custom enclosure, suitable for OEM kiosk manufacturers for rapid integration and long-term stable operation.
3. Medical Equipment Control and Display Terminals
Applications: Medical equipment interfaces, ward terminals, monitoring equipment displays.
Requirements: Reliable system, responsive touch input, long-term operation, and compatibility with medical software.
Advantages: Windows Embedded stability + custom protection + industrial panel, suitable for medical environments.
4. Energy / Public Facilities / Outdoor Equipment
Applications: Energy monitoring screens, outdoor information screens, power monitoring terminals, etc.
Requirements: Robust and weather-resistant, high-brightness display, dustproof and waterproof, wide-temperature operation.
Advantages: Customizable high-brightness protective screen + sealed metal casing + stable Windows Embedded system.
5. Transportation / Traffic System Terminals
Applications: Station information screens, ticketing terminals, vehicle-mounted display terminals, etc.
Requirements: Shock-resistant, wide-temperature range, dustproof, moisture-proof, reliable system.
Advantages: Panel PC Windows Embedded provides a stable interface + customized installation solutions, suitable for transportation industry equipment manufacturers.
CPP Custom Panel PC Service: Available Solutions
- Screen Size: From 10″ to 21.5″ and larger, customizable to customer devices.
- Panel Brightness/Protection Rating: Supports indoor standard to outdoor high brightness + dust and water resistance (IP65+).
- Touch Method: Optional capacitive touch / high-sensitivity touch / waterproof glove touch.
- Casing Structure and Materials: Metal/aluminum alloy casing, corrosion-resistant, shockproof, dustproof, and moisture-proof.
- Interface Configuration: Serial port (RS232/RS485), USB, LAN, GPIO, CAN, and other industrial control interfaces.
- Installation Methods: Embedded, panel mount, VESA bracket, wall mount, rack mount.
- Pre-installed System: Windows Embedded (e.g., Windows Embedded Standard / POSReady / Windows 10 IoT), compatible with OEM software.
- Long-Term Supply Guarantee: BOM lock-in, component lifecycle management, and subsequent replacement parts support.
- Through the CPP service, device manufacturers can obtain a Panel PC Windows Embedded solution that is truly tailored to their products.
Suitable Clients: Who should consider this solution?
- OEM/ODM equipment manufacturers (automation equipment, medical equipment, airport/station equipment manufacturers)
- Self-service terminal/kiosk manufacturers and system integrators
- Enterprises requiring a stable interface and Windows software/driver compatibility for long-term operation
- Equipment buyers with special structural/installation/interface/environmental requirements (outdoor/industrial/medical)
Conclusion
Feel free to contact me to get a customized solution for your equipment project.
FAQs for Panel PC Windows Embedded
1. What is Panel PC Windows Embedded?
Panel PC Windows Embedded is an all-in-one device with a touchscreen running the Windows Embedded operating system, suitable for industrial equipment, kiosks, self-service terminals, and other scenarios.
2. Why choose Windows Embedded instead of regular Windows?
Windows Embedded offers long-term support, a streamlined system, and high stability, making it suitable for continuous operation environments.
3. What does the Customization Processing (CPP) service include?
It includes screen size, brightness, protection rating, interface configuration, casing material, installation method, and pre-installed system.
4. Is this device suitable for outdoor or indoor use?
Both. Its high brightness, dust and water resistance, and wide temperature range design allow it to adapt to different indoor and outdoor environments.
5. Can it integrate industrial interfaces?
Yes. It supports various I/O ports (serial, LAN, USB, GPIO, CAN, etc.), facilitating connection to sensors, controllers, etc.
6. Which industries is it suitable for?
Automation, medical, transportation, energy, retail kiosks, self-service terminal manufacturers, and equipment manufacturers requiring industrial touch solutions.
7. Does it support glove-wearing or protective touch?
Yes. Touch modules and glass can be customized to support glove operation, waterproofing, scratch resistance, and other special requirements.
8. How is system stability guaranteed?
Utilizing industrial motherboards, SSD storage, custom heat dissipation, packaging design, and pre-installed Windows Embedded, it achieves stable 24/7 operation.