August 12, 2008 – The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech introduces the IPPC-7157A, a 15” XGA TFT LCD Pentium D (up to 3.2 GHz)/Pentium 4 (up to 3.8 GHz)/Celeron D (up to 3.06 GHz) Industrial Panel PC.

The IPPC-7157A supports an ATX industrial motherboard with seven PCI/PCIe expansion slots. There are programmable membrane function keys and an optional touchscreen that provides vivid and sharp images. The IPPC-7157A has a heavy duty design with anti-rust aluminum front panel (NEMA4/IP65), a detachable side-open front panel, and a front accessible USB2.0 port.

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.