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Industrial network security is not a luxury option anymore—it is a necessity. A spate of recent cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure has underlined the need for industrial organizations to prioritize cybersecurity. No matter which industry you are in, potential threats are everywhere. Recent incidents include hackers shutting down a fuel pipeline in the USA1 and demanding millions of dollars in ransom payments, and a ransomware attack taking the self-service ticketing machines of a UK railway company 2 offline. 

For decades, serial communication has been delivering reliable connectivity in many factory applications. Although Ethernet communication is more popular these days, a large variety of legacy equipment still relies on serial communication. As factory managers increasingly realize that OT/IT convergence optimizes operational efficiency, it is field engineers and system integrators, however, who are first in line facing the challenges of integrating older and newer systems.

With increasing demands on OT/IT integration, data security is at the forefront of our concerns more than ever. In fact, according to an IDC survey, security is considered the top barrier to OT/IT integration. At the same time, it is also considered a top-five motivator, meaning enhanced OT security is one of the means to bring about successful OT/IT integration.

Digitalisation is already leading to ever increasing data volumes in production halls. As a result, Ethernet, which is already commonly used in the office space, is also becoming increasingly important in industrial environments. The challenge for industrial data cables lies in reliably transferring ever higher data rates in harsh industrial environments. Benefit from our global product availability at 40+ sites and protocol-independent expert know-how.

Vecow is a team of global embedded experts. They are dedicated to designing, developing, producing, and selling industrial-grade computer products. All of our products are leading in performance, trusted in reliability, exhibit advanced technology, and innovative concepts.

The Vecow ECX Series is a family of rugged embedded computing systems designed for use in harsh environments and demanding applications. These compact, fanless systems are built to withstand extreme temperatures, shock, and vibration, making them ideal for use in industrial automation, transportation, military, and outdoor environments. Featuring powerful Intel processors, a variety of connectivity options, and a compact form factor, the Vecow ECX Series offers reliable performance and versatile functionality in a rugged package.