Best Motherboard for Embedded Systems
Find the best motherboard for embedded systems by comparing lifecycle, I/O, power, thermal range, and expansion for reliable deployments.
Industrial Motherboard Form Factors Explained
Industrial motherboard form factors explained for engineers comparing Mini-ITX, ATX, SBC, and backplane options for reliable system design.
Choosing a PCIe Expandable Industrial Computer
Learn how to choose a PCIe expandable industrial computer for automation, imaging, AI, and control systems with the right I/O, power, and lifecycle.
Choosing a DC Powered Industrial Computer
Learn how to evaluate a dc powered industrial computer for automation, healthcare, and edge systems with the right power, I/O, and lifecycle fit.
Wide Temperature Industrial PC Buyer's Guide
Learn how to evaluate a wide temperature industrial pc for harsh deployments, with guidance on thermals, power, I/O, lifecycle, and fit.
Choosing a Fanless PC for Factory Automation
Choose the right fanless pc for factory automation with guidance on thermal design, I/O, power, expansion, lifecycle, and deployment fit.
What Is an Industrial Embedded Computer?
Learn what is an industrial embedded computer, how it differs from a standard PC, and why it matters for automation, healthcare, and edge systems.
The Supply Chain Behind the Moon - How Contec Technology Powers the Systems That Power Space Exploration
Artemis II launched today and Contec technology is part of the supply chain that made it possible. Our DAQ boards and I/O hardware are inside the systems of contractors supporting NASA programs, and through a Space Force program under the U.S. Air Force, our boards are already deployed aboard the International Space Station. This...
What Smart Factory Expo 2026 Revealed About the Future of Industrial Computing
What does the future of the factory floor look like? Our recap of Smart Factory Expo 2026 highlights the essential role of Industrial IoT, identification AI, and robust security in scaling digital transformation. Explore the new technologies—including fanless industrial PCs and wireless LAN solutions, that are helping manufacturers achieve unprecedented efficiency.
Why Factories Are Moving AI from the Cloud to the Edge And How to Choose the Right Industrial Hardware for the Job
Real-time decisions can't wait for the cloud. Learn why manufacturers are deploying AI directly on the factory floor and how to choose the right fanless industrial hardware for the job.

