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On-Board
Computing for trains, buses and other vehicles where space, power and vibration are critical.
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Computing Solutions
smart transportation computing solutionsRugged Embedded Computing
Rugged Embedded Computing
for Connected and Intelligent
Transportation
Portwell provides rugged embedded computing for railway, road and public transportation — from on-board and wayside systems to stations, traffic infrastructure and connected vehicles.
Our fanless systems, edge AI computers, embedded boards and industrial panel PCs are designed for wide temperature ranges, wide voltage input, shock and vibration — and for railway standards such as EN 50155 and EN 50121.
built for demanding transportation environments
Reliable Computing Wherever Transportation Happens
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Wayside & Outdoor
Rugged systems designed for changing temperatures, moisture, vibration and continuous connectivity.
03Stations &
Stations &
Transportation Hubs
Reliable computing for passenger information, HMI, monitoring and intelligent infrastructure.
04Roadside &
Roadside &
Traffic Infrastructure
Edge computing for traffic management, vision systems and connected infrastructure.
engineered for transportation
Built for the Rail Environment and Beyond
Transportation computers must keep running under vibration, temperature extremes, moisture and unstable power - for years, without maintenance. Portwell platforms are designed and validated for exactly these conditions.
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EN 50155 / EN 50121
Railway Compliance
Designed for rolling-stock electronics and railway EMC requirements.
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-40 °C to +70 °C
Wide Temperature Range
Reliable operation from arctic winters to sun-exposed enclosures.
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12–36 V / 72–110 V
Wide Voltage Input
Direct connection to road-vehicle and locomotive power.
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Shock & Vibration
Anti-Shock & Anti-Vibration
Rugged mechanical design for continuous movement and vibration.
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IP-rated
Waterproof & Anti-Corrosion
Protection against moisture, dust and corrosive environments.
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M12 · Isolated I/O
Robust I/O Connectivity
Locking connectors and robust interfaces for secure connections.
transportation applications
Talk to an engineering expertComputing Across the Transportation Infrastructure
Railway & Rolling Stock
On-board and wayside computing for railway systems.
Intelligent Traffic Management
Real-time computing for traffic monitoring and intelligent infrastructure.
In-Vehicle Computing
Telematics, fleet management, infotainment, surveillance and vehicle connectivity.
Stations & Transportation Hubs
Passenger information, operator systems, surveillance and intelligent facility management.
transportation in practiceProven Computing for
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Real-World Transportation
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Bus Infotainment System
Connected computing for passenger information, entertainment and vehicle systems.
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Bus Infotainment System
Connected computing for passenger information, entertainment and vehicle systems.
success story
Bus Infotainment System
Connected computing for passenger information, entertainment and vehicle systems.
why portwell
Contact UsEngineering for Reliability-Critical Transportation
In-House
Testing Labs
Thermal analysis, ingress protection, vibration, HALT, ESD, EMS, power integrity, EMI and signal integrity testing.
30+ Years of
Embedded Expertise
A global leader in embedded computing and long-time Intel® Partner Alliance member, with product longevity and engineering expertise for OEMs and system integrators.
One-Stop
Services
Engineering, product development, production planning, quality assurance, integration and logistics.
Long Product Lifecycle & Revision Control
Extended availability and managed revision control that protect your qualifications across long deployment lifecycles.
European
Support
Local application engineers guide platform selection through deployment.
transportation computing platforms
From Compact Embedded Systems to AI-Ready Edge Computers
Select by system architecture, from rugged fanless computers and edge AI systems to board-level platforms and industrial panel PCs.
Rugged Fanless Embedded Computers
Compact, low-maintenance computing for demanding transportation environments.
Edge AI Systems
Local AI inference and image processing for intelligent transportation applications.
Embedded Boards & Computer-on-Modules
Board-level platforms for OEMs developing application-specific transportation equipment.
Industrial Panel PCs
Rugged display and computing platforms for HMI, passenger information and operator control.
connected transportationConnect Vehicles,
Talk to an engineerConnect Vehicles,
Infrastructure and Data
Modern transportation systems depend on continuous connectivity and local processing, from vehicle telematics and fleet management to intelligent traffic and station infrastructure.
Wireless Connectivity
LTE, Wi-Fi, GPS and other wireless interfaces for continuously connected transportation systems.
Real-Time Edge Processing
Process data locally where latency and immediate response matter.
Vision & AI
Support intelligent traffic monitoring, image processing and AI-enabled transportation applications.
Vehicle &
Infrastructure Integration
Connect transportation systems with sensors, cameras, control systems and existing infrastructure.
when standard isn't enough
Start your transportation projectDesign & Manufacturing Services for Transportation
Transportation systems often require application-specific mechanical, electrical and environmental requirements. Portwell's Design & Manufacturing Services support customized computing platforms from initial design through production and deployment.
Custom Carrier Boards
Application-specific computing and I/O configurations.
Rugged Enclosures
Mechanical designs for transportation and outdoor environments.
Power Design
Wide-voltage and application-specific power management.
I/O & Connectivity
Customized interfaces, isolated I/O and transportation-grade connectors.
BIOS & Firmware
Platform-specific configuration and system integration.
Pilot to Volume Production
Engineering, validation and scalable manufacturing.
expertise for your next project
Technical knowledge & insights
White Papers
Technical insights into embedded computing, Edge AI and next-generation platforms.
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Practical solutions and implementation examples for your application.
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Smart Transportation Questions, Answered
What is EN 50155 and why does it matter for railway computers?
EN 50155 is the European standard for electronic equipment used on rolling stock. It defines requirements for temperature, humidity, shock and vibration, supply voltage interruptions and EMC. Equipment designed to it can be installed on trains without additional qualification of the basic environmental behaviour.
What temperature range do Portwell transportation systems support?
The platforms on this page are specified from -40 °C to +70 °C. That covers both arctic winters and enclosures exposed to direct sunlight, which is why the systems are built fanless.
Can Portwell systems connect directly to vehicle or locomotive power?
Yes. The systems accept a wide voltage input of 12–36 V for road vehicles and 72–110 V for locomotive power, so no separate conversion stage is required.
Does Portwell support certification and homologation?
Portwell designs and validates its transportation platforms for EN 50155 and EN 50121 and operates in-house testing labs for thermal analysis, ingress protection, vibration, HALT, ESD, EMC and signal integrity. The final certification of a complete installation remains with the system owner.
Can Portwell customize a system for my transportation project?
Yes. Portwell’s Design & Manufacturing Services cover custom carrier boards, rugged enclosures, power design, I/O and connectivity, BIOS and firmware, and the step from pilot to volume production.
Why are fanless computers used in transportation?
A fan is a moving part: it wears out, draws in dust and moisture, and is the first component to fail under continuous vibration. Fanless designs remove that failure point and allow sealed, IP-rated enclosures.
What transportation applications does Portwell support?
On-board computing in trains and buses, wayside and outdoor installations, stations and transportation hubs, and roadside and traffic infrastructure — including telematics, fleet management, passenger information, surveillance and intelligent traffic management.
Ready to Build More Reliable
Transportation Systems?
Tell us about your deployment — on-board, wayside, station or roadside and our engineers will recommend the right platform or scope a custom design.