September 8, 2011 - The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech announces two wide operating temperature range unmanaged Ethernet switches, the EKI-6528TI and the EKI-6528TPI. The EKI-6528TI and EKI-6528TPI have passed EN50155 certification which enables them to withstand severe shock and vibration therefore, ensuring reliable transmission in moving vehicles. They also offer an auto bypass feature to ensure communication is not interrupted in the event of a power failure. The EN50155 Ethernet Switch product family also includes three managed switches, the EKI-6558TI, EKI-6558TPI, and the EKI-6559TMI. The complete product line has been designed to transmit data for many applications such as video surveillance systems and carriage status monitors, on rail lines, subways, trams, or buses.
Advantech Corporation, Industrial Automation Group - Founded in 1983, the Industrial Automation Group of Advantech Corporation is a pioneer in eAutomation technology; combining connectivity, flexibility and ruggedness with today's most reliable PC-based automation technologies. Product offerings include: Open HMI platforms, Industrial Ethernet, Automation Controllers, Automation Software, Embedded Automation Computers, Distributed I/O Modules, Plug-in I/O, and Industrial Communication solutions for a wide array of industries. With more than 20 years experience in providing a full range of products to different vertical markets, the Industrial Automation Group is proving to be a globally leading Automation Product and Services provider.