Cincoze is a brand manufacturer dedicated to providing rugged embedded computers for Edge computing and AIoT applications. Cincoze designs, develops, manufactures, and markets Rugged embedded computers for harsh environments and critical applications. Cincoze’s three core business principles include 100% Made in Taiwan, 100% original brand manufacturer (OBM), and a focus on the rugged industrial computer market, establishing a unique position and competitiveness in the industrial computer sector.
Established in 2012, Cincoze has built a strong global presence across more than 40 countries, earning a reputation in the industry for its flexible and rugged brand image. Since being established, the company has experienced rapid and steady growth, maintaining a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 40% for eight consecutive years. Its clients include globally renowned electric vehicle manufacturers, subway systems and service equipment in multiple European countries, airport facilities in Northeast Asia and Europe, production lines of international electronics giants, and several well-known automotive brands. Over the years, Cincoze has launched numerous innovative products and has won several patents, awards, and international certifications.
The core of the Cincoze brand lies in providing a sense of professionalism and reliability. With stable and exceptional product quality, along with a comprehensive product range, Cincoze ensures quality and safety in applications across production lines, machinery, and projects. This not only enhances efficiency and increases production capacity but also helps achieve the ultimate goal of automation.
Interview with Cindy Lin, Marketing Senior Manager at Cincoze.
What are the main areas of activity of the company?
Cindy Lin: Cincoze focuses on six major vertical markets: manufacturing, transportation, energy and environment, city infrastructure, marine, and resource-based industries. Through technological innovation and high-quality products, Cincoze supports global customers in achieving intelligent and digital transformation across diverse applications. Of these six markets, 75% of Cincoze’s customers and successful case studies are in the manufacturing and transportation sectors. Manufacturing includes smart factories, intelligent machine, and machine vision, while transportation covers applications in rail transit, in-vehicle computing, and smart transportation infrastructure.
Cincoze products are renowned for their ruggedness and high stability, effectively supporting smart manufacturing, industrial automation, and data-driven decision-making to significantly enhance production efficiency and product quality. These strengths are highly valued by system integrators and machine builders. In the transportation sector, Cincoze products are widely used in surveillance systems, fleet management, passenger information display systems, and intelligent transportation management. Their high environmental adaptability and flexible configuration capabilities enable rapid deployment and stable operation in harsh environments, making them a reliable choice for intelligent transportation solutions.
What’s the news about new products/services?
Cindy Lin: Cincoze recently launched two compact embedded industrial computers:
- DA-1200 Entry-Performance & Basic Rugged Embedded Computer
The DA-1200 offers inherent advantages, including a compact, palm-sized design (150 x 105 x 52.3 mm) that delivers exceptional processing performance, powered by a 12W Intel Alder Lake-N processor. With its highly cost-effective advantage, it has quickly become a preferred choice for IIoT Gateway applications.
The DA-1200 has two M.2 Key B slots (convertible to Key E with an optional adapter) that support wireless modules (such as 5G, Wi-Fi, and GNSS) for wireless data connections. For storage, it provides multiple options, including 2.5” SSD, Half-slim SSD, and M.2 SSD. Its easy installation and maintenance capabilities support various mounting options (Wall Mount, Side Mount, and DIN-Rail), overcoming space constraints in limited environments. To facilitate quick setup and adjustments, key setting buttons and switches (Reset Switch, AT/ATX) and the SIM card slot are in the front maintenance area, providing easier access for repairs. The DA-1200 also has wide temperature (-40 to 70°C) and wide voltage (9-48V) support and meets U.S. military standards for shock and vibration (MIL-STD-810H), as well as industrial EMC standards (EN IEC 61000-6-2/4). Its ruggedness and stability make it an ideal choice for IIoT Gateway applications.
- DV-1100 High-performance & Basic Rugged Embedded Computer
The DV-1100 is a high-performance and basic-function embedded computer that is an ideal choice for providing advanced processing capabilities in edge computing. With a compact size of just 224.1 x 162 x 62 mm, the DV-1100 is equipped with the latest Intel 13th/12th Core CPU, along with 32GB of DDR5 4800 MHz memory and high-speed NVMe SSD storage, showcasing exceptional computing power. Its excellent data transmission capabilities include native 2.5G LAN and 10G USB 3.2 Gen2x1 interfaces, along with a range of expansion options. The DV-1100 is equipped with built-in M.2 Key B and Key E slots and supports further I/O and functional expansion through Cincoze’s exclusive modular expansion technology, making it well-suited for industrial applications like machine vision and real-time monitoring that require high-speed data transfer. The DV-1100 passes or complies with numerous industry certifications and standards, including EN 50155 (EN 50121-3-2 only) for railway applications, MIL-STD-810H for U.S. military-grade shock and vibration, and industrial EMC standards (EN IEC 61000-6-2/4). Since its launch, the DV-1100 has attracted significant interest from large-scale global projects, particularly for applications requiring real-time processing of large volumes of images, data computation, and high-speed transmission, such as machine vision, license plate recognition, and smart logistics.
What are the ranges of products/services?
C.L: Cincoze offers a comprehensive lineup of embedded industrial computers, encompassing 4 product lines, 16 product series, and over 500 models, meeting a wide range of industrial application needs.
- Rugged Computing Product Line – Industrial Computers Built for Harsh Environments
Cincoze offers one of the most comprehensive product lines of rugged embedded computers in the industry, consisting of seven major series. In addition to common features such as ruggedness, fanless design, modular expansion, and various industrial-grade protections, the product lines can be tailored according to performance, expandability, size, energy efficiency, or industry certifications. This adaptability serves as a key advantage for Cincoze in addressing the diverse application needs of the industrial sector.
- Display Computing Product Line – Industrial Panel PCs and Monitors for HMI Solutions
The six product series are categorized by functionality, including industrial panel PC series and display series suitable for typical indoor harsh environment applications, sunlight readable panel PCs for outdoor high-brightness conditions, and open frame industrial panel PCs for seamless integration with machines.
With nearly a hundred specifications, options cover computing performance (Intel Core or Atom CPUs), screen sizes (8″–24″), aspect ratios (4:3–16:9), touch types (capacitive/resistive), and brightness (300–1800 nits), ensuring a solution for every application requirement.
- GPU Computing Product Line – GPU Computers for AI Applications
In response to the rapid growth of AI technology, Cincoze provides GPU computing solutions designed for machine vision and AIoT applications. The product line currently includes two series: MXM GPU computers and PEG GPU computers, with plans to introduce SoM GPU computers in the future. Customers can flexibly select models based on the complexity of their application needs, enabling a range of Edge AI computing tasks.
- Machine Computing Product Line – DIN-Rail Computers for Machinery Automation
The Machine Computing product line, expected to launch in 2025, is designed to deliver high processing performance and high-speed transmission features specifically for machine vision applications. It is built to meet the space and user interface requirements, making it perfect for deployment in control cabinets, workstations, and enclosures. The product line includes three major series that allow for flexible expansion of I/O, storage interfaces, or functionalities according to customer needs, enabling high customization.
What is the state of the market where you are currently active?
C.L: The IPC market is currently experiencing rapid growth and transformation, driven by the swift development of smart manufacturing, Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies, and applications. At the same time, with the rise of edge computing and AI technologies, the application scope of industrial computers has expanded from traditional manufacturing to diverse vertical fields such as energy management, environmental monitoring, smart cities, and transportation. The increasing standards for high performance, high stability, and durability in these fields have further driven the demand for industrial computers. In response to this trend, Cincoze has focused its product design on rugged computers to meet the demand for stable execution of critical applications in harsh environments and adverse conditions.
Cincoze rugged computers are renowned for their exceptional robustness, stability, and durability. They not only provide industrial-grade protection that exceeds industry standards, including an extended temperature range (-40°C to 70°C) and a wide voltage range (9-48V), but they also meet several voluntary certifications. These include UL certification for safety, MIL-STD-810H certification for vibration and shock resistance, and compliance with EMC testing standards for industrial environments (EN61000-6-2/4). These features make Cincoze products ideal for various demanding environments, offering reliable computing solutions for emerging fields such as smart manufacturing, smart cities, and intelligent transportation, resulting in safer and more dependable products.
What can you tell us about market trends?
C.L: Currently, the IPC market is in a critical phase of technological innovation and accelerated application. With the continuous rise in demand for digital transformation and automation, the market demand for industrial computers is steadily increasing, indicating broader growth opportunities in the future.
Market Continues to Grow
The IPC market is steadily growing. According to Business Research Insights, the global box IPC market size was valued at USD 0.56 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 0.93 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.7% during the forecast period. This growth is primarily driven by the increasing demand for smart manufacturing, automation, and digital transformation.
Technology-Driven
With the rise of AI and edge computing, industrial computers are evolving towards higher performance and greater robustness. There is a need for real-time data processing and autonomous decision-making in edge devices, which significantly reduces dependence on the cloud while enhancing response speed and data security.
Diverse Applications
As an increasing number of applications across different markets emerge, including smart factories, transportation (such as autonomous vehicles and intelligent traffic systems), energy management (such as smart grids), healthcare, defense, and aerospace, the demand for specific performance and environmental adaptability in various vertical markets is actively driving the further development of industrial computers.
Customization Demand
The demand for customization in industrial computers is steadily increasing, as each application has unique requirements. Regardless of performance, functionality, or environmental adaptability, highly customized solutions are required. Modular design and flexible expansion options not only enhance deployment convenience, but future-proof design also effectively safeguards customers’ long-term investments. These factors have become important considerations for customers’ choices.
What are the most innovative products/services marketed?
C.L: GP-3100 Dual Full-length GPU Computer
The GP-3100 is Cincoze’s flagship model designed for GPU edge computing, equipped with Intel® 14/13th processors and 64GB of memory. It supports two full-length 250W graphic cards and features rich high-speed I/O connections for integrating sensors and cameras, fulfilling the requirements of AOI systems. Its excellent environmental adaptability is demonstrated by a wide temperature range of -40 to 70°C and a wide voltage range of 9 to 48 VDC. It also complies with the U.S. military standards for shock and vibration resistance (MIL-STD-810H), ensuring stable operation in harsh environments.
The GP-3100 integrates three patented technologies:
- Dustproof Cooling Mechanism (I778522) – This technology features independent heat dissipation tunnels, effectively dissipating heat and keeping dust out of the system.
- Scalable with Expansion Modules (I779496) – The GEB expansion boxes support the installation of up to two full-length, high-end GPU cards or various PCIe expansion cards, facilitating real-time data transmission.
- GPU Card Mounting Bracket (I763318) – This bracket securely holds GPU cards of various sizes available on the market, ensuring stability in vibrating environments.
What estimations do you have for 2024?
C.L: In 2025, influenced by global inflation and international circumstances (such as wars and other uncertainties), Cincoze’s industrial computers face significant challenges, leading to a slowdown in revenue growth. However, the long-term demand for industrial digital transformation and automation remains strong. In addition to continuing to focus on expanding market share in major industrial nations in Europe and America, Cincoze is actively targeting key industries that require rugged computers. Furthermore, in response to the development trends of AIoT and edge computing, Cincoze will launch a new Machine Computing product line and enhance its GPU product lineup, further creating greater product value for customers.