ARBOR Technology has made a commanding impact in the industrial computing field with artificial intelligence. The Taiwanese company has been recognized at the 34th edition of the Taiwan Excellence Awards with three of its AI-powered industrial computers for edge computing: FPC-5211, IEC-3714, and IEC-G510. This award reinforces Taiwan’s role as a key technological hub in intelligent manufacturing and AI solutions at the network edge.
ARBOR Vice President, Annie Lin, attended the ceremony in Taipei and highlighted that this triple recognition serves as both validation of the company’s R&D efforts and proof of the global competitiveness of Taiwanese edge AI solutions.
Three AI systems encapsulating the future of industrial edge computing
FPC-5211: High-performance fanless AI for manufacturing and healthcare
The FPC-5211 is a high-performance, fanless edge system designed for demanding environments such as:
- Smart manufacturing
- Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)
- Medical imaging
Its key technical features include:
- Latest-generation Intel® Raptor Lake CPU
- NVIDIA RTX 2000A GPU, capable of handling intensive AI tasks for computer vision, real-time inference, and advanced analytics
- Completely fanless design, which helps to:
- Reduce energy consumption by up to 70% compared to traditional solutions
- Triple the system’s lifespan thanks to the absence of movable parts and improved thermal management
This type of machine targets factories and hospitals where 24/7 reliability, high AI performance, and minimal maintenance are critical.
IEC-3714: Edge media player for intelligent retail with 4K outputs
The IEC-3714 is designed for smart retail and advanced point-of-sale signage. It is an ultra-compact unit that incorporates:
- Intel® Core™ Ultra processor with full AI capabilities
- Up to 34 TOPS of AI processing power in a single device
- Four simultaneous 4K outputs, enabling multiple displays or videowalls from one unit
According to ARBOR, the IEC-3714 can run up to four AI models with OpenVINO simultaneously, such as:
- Facial recognition
- Age and gender detection
- Emotion analysis
- Object detection (people, products, behavioral patterns)
The company states that this approach allows smart retail deployments to:
- Save up to 60% on hardware costs (fewer devices needed for the same workload)
- Reduce maintenance expenses by approximately 40% by centralizing analytics and visualization functions on a single robust unit
IEC-G510: Ultra-slim digital signage with AI and low power consumption
The third award-winning product, IEC-G510, positions itself as an ultra-thin AI-enabled digital signage system:
- Ultra-slim design of only 20mm, ideal for installation behind screens, in kiosks, or interactive signage solutions
- Based on the MediaTek Genio 510 platform, with an integrated AI APU for efficient inference
- Capable of performing real-time facial and emotion recognition, making it especially suitable for:
- Interactive advertising
- Smart informational panels
- In-store kiosks and immersive experiences
A key advantage of the IEC-G510 is its cost efficiency: ARBOR claims that the BOM (Bill of Materials) is reduced by around 35% compared to traditional x86-based solutions, while maintaining AI capabilities and reducing power consumption and complexity.
Taiwan consolidates its role in edge AI and smart manufacturing
The recognition at the Taiwan Excellence Awards is not only a milestone for ARBOR but also reflects Taiwan’s strategic position in leading:
- Edge AI computing
- Miniaturization and industrial robustness
- Real-time communications and data analytics integration
ARBOR has reaffirmed its commitment to investing in AI, low power consumption, and edge computing, strengthening partnerships with system integrators and tech allies to accelerate industrial digital transformation and the retail sector. Its motto, “From Edge to Action,” encapsulates the trend: bringing intelligence as close as possible to where things happen—the factory, store, or hospital—and turning data into real-time decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does an industrial edge AI system differ from a conventional PC?
These systems are designed to operate 24/7 in environments with dust, vibrations, extreme temperatures, or limited space. They are typically fanless, enclosed in rugged casings, feature industrial connectivity (serial, CAN, GPIO, etc.), and components built for long lifecycle performance—essential in automation and operational technology (OT).
Why is fanless design important for industrial AI systems?
Eliminating fans reduces mechanical failure risks, prevents dust and dirt ingress, decreases noise, and simplifies maintenance. In industrial AI applications where systems may be running for years, this results in fewer downtimes and better total cost of ownership (TCO).
What specific retail use cases do IEC-3714 and IEC-G510 support?
They can power dynamic content on screens and videowalls while executing AI analytics such as crowd counting, age and gender segmentation, emotion measurement, real-time promotion adjustments, or queue detection. All these functions operate locally at the edge without streaming video continuously to the cloud.
Do these devices depend on the cloud for AI processing?
Not necessarily. They are designed for local inference using integrated GPU, NPU, or APU. The cloud can be used for model training, device fleet management, or data aggregation, but real-time decisions like changing an ad or stopping a line based on vision are made directly on the device at the edge.