• ADLINK Technology and Elma Electronic have entered into a strategic partnership to deliver integrated rugged computing solutions for railway and mission critical applications.
• ADLINK’s CompactPCI, CPCI Serial, and VPX computing platforms and Elma’s expertise in backplanes, chassis, and system integration will be combined to provide joint solutions.
• The partnership aims to simplify system integration, accelerate deployment, and ensure long-term reliability for mission-critical applications.

The collaboration brings together ADLINK’s advanced computing expertise and Elma’s rugged chassis and backplane technologies, resulting in rugged systems that can withstand extreme temperatures and significant shock and vibration.

The resulting rugged systems can be configured to withstand temperatures ranging between -40°C and 70°C, as well as significant shock and vibration, thereby promoting mission-critical performance in demanding use cases. According to ADLINK and Elma, the joint solutions will be tailored for harsh environments where high reliability and scalability are required. Benefits for System Integrators and OEMs

• Simplified system integration and reduced development time.
• Streamlined approach to building powerful embedded systems.
• Seamless integration with other components and systems.

The companies state that the synergy between ADLINK and Elma allows them to offer fully integrated and high-performance rugged computing solutions especially in railway and mission critical scenarios. Elma’s Rugged Chassis and Backplane Technologies

“Elma’s expertise in rugged chassis and backplane technologies enables the creation of highly reliable and scalable systems that can withstand extreme temperatures and environmental stresses.” – Regina Moss, Global Growth Manager at Elma Electronic

Elma’s backplanes and chassis are designed to provide a solid foundation for ADLINK’s computing platforms, ensuring seamless integration and minimizing compatibility concerns. ADLINK’s Computing Platforms

• CompactPCI, CPCI Serial, and VPX processor blades
• Advanced computing expertise for edge computing, artificial intelligence, and IoT applications

The partnership aims to address the increasing need for modular and scalable computing platforms across several sectors, including railway control and signalling, onboard train computing and surveillance, military command and control systems, and radar and sensor data processing. Target Applications

• Railway control and signalling
• Onboard train computing and surveillance
• Military command and control systems
• Radar and sensor data processing

The partnership is structured to allow system integrators and original equipment manufacturers to accelerate their project timelines through pre-integrated solutions, and to focus on specific application requirements instead of resolving interoperability issues. About ADLINK Technology
ADLINK Technology is a specialist in edge computing, which is pivotal for artificial intelligence. ADLINK manufactures edge hardware and develops edge software for embedded, distributed and intelligent computing, from powering medical PCs in the intensive care unit to building the world’s first high-speed autonomous race car.
ADLINK holds partnerships with major technology companies, including Intel, NVIDIA, AWS, and SAS, and participates in open source, robotics, autonomous, IoT, and 5G standards initiatives across 24+ consortiums, driving innovation in manufacturing, telecommunications, healthcare, energy, defense, transportation, and infotainment.
About Elma Electronic

• Elma Electronic is a leading manufacturer of backplanes, chassis, and system integration solutions for rugged and embedded applications.
• Expertise in designing and manufacturing rugged components and systems for extreme environments.
• Committed to providing high-quality solutions that meet the needs of customers in various industries.

The collaboration brings together ADLINK’s advanced computing expertise and Elma’s rugged chassis and backplane technologies, resulting in rugged systems that can withstand extreme temperatures and significant shock and vibration.

Joint Solutions for Railway and Mission Critical Applications

The resulting rugged systems can be configured to withstand temperatures ranging between -40°C and 70°C, as well as significant shock and vibration, thereby promoting mission-critical performance in demanding use cases. The partnership aims to simplify system integration, accelerate deployment, and ensure long-term reliability for mission-critical applications. The companies state that the synergy between ADLINK and Elma allows them to offer fully integrated and high-performance rugged computing solutions especially in railway and mission critical scenarios. The resulting rugged systems can be configured to withstand extreme temperatures ranging between -40°C and 70°C, as well as significant shock and vibration, thereby promoting mission-critical performance in demanding use cases. The partnership is structured to allow system integrators and original equipment manufacturers to accelerate their project timelines through pre-integrated solutions, and to focus on specific application requirements instead of resolving interoperability issues.

Benefits for System Integrators and OEMs

• Simplified system integration and reduced development time.
• Streamlined approach to building powerful embedded systems.
• Seamless integration with other components and systems.

The companies state that the synergy between ADLINK and Elma allows them to offer fully integrated and high-performance rugged computing solutions especially in railway and mission critical scenarios. According to Rex Chan, Product Manager of Rugged Computing Group at ADLINK Technology, “This collaboration is a turning point for system integrators and OEMs in railway and mission critical sectors. By uniting ADLINK’s advanced computing expertise with Elma’s rugged chassis and backplane technologies, we simplify system integration, accelerate deployment, and ensure long-term reliability for mission-critical applications.”
Regina Moss, Global Growth Manager at Elma Electronic, commented, “The synergy between ADLINK and Elma allows us to offer fully integrated and high-performance rugged computing solutions especially in railway and mission critical scenarios. Customers can now benefit from a streamlined approach to building powerful embedded systems without the typical challenges of multi-vendor integration.”
The partnership aims to address the increasing need for modular and scalable computing platforms across several sectors. Customers are expected to receive validated, future-proof systems that can support next-generation AI and edge computing technologies. According to the companies, example applications include railway control and signalling, onboard train computing and surveillance, military command and control systems, as well as radar and sensor data processing. The companies intend to make the solutions available to organisations requiring durable and validated embedded systems for their critical infrastructure and defence needs. ADLINK Technology is a specialist in edge computing, which is pivotal for artificial intelligence. ADLINK manufactures edge hardware and develops edge software for embedded, distributed and intelligent computing, from powering medical PCs in the intensive care unit to building the world’s first high-speed autonomous race car. The company holds partnerships with Intel, NVIDIA, AWS, and SAS, and also participates on the Intel Board of Advisors, ROS 2 Technical Steering Committee and Autoware Foundation Board. ADLINK contributes to open source, robotics, autonomous, IoT and 5G standards initiatives across 24+ consortiums, driving innovation in manufacturing, telecommunications, healthcare, energy, defense, transportation and infotainment.

Conclusion

The partnership between ADLINK Technology and Elma Electronic marks a significant development in the rugged computing industry. The collaboration brings together ADLINK’s advanced computing expertise and Elma’s rugged chassis and backplane technologies, resulting in rugged systems that can withstand extreme temperatures and significant shock and vibration. The collaboration between ADLINK Technology and Elma Electronic is a significant step forward for the industry, providing customers with validated, future-proof solutions that can support next-generation AI and edge computing technologies.