The global industrial automation market is evolving rapidly as businesses seek intelligent, real-time solutions to boost operational efficiency, enhance security, and improve user experiences. Growing demand for streamlined access control, efficient workforce management, and personalized services is accelerating the adoption of AI-driven recognition technologies at the edge. In this competitive landscape, solution providers must deliver not only speed and precision but also scalability and ease of integration.
At Automation Taipei 2025, exhibitors will present a wide array of innovations driving the future of industrial automation—from robotics and smart sensors to AI-powered embedded computing systems. Among these, Edge AI platforms are playing a pivotal role in transforming factories, workplaces, and public spaces. The message is clear: organizations need flexible, high-performance solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure and support the shift toward Industry 4.0 and smart factory ecosystems.
Portwell and ioNetworks have partnered to introduce a next-generation Edge AI facial recognition solution tailored to meet these evolving industry demands. This collaboration merges Portwell’s industrial-grade computing systems—featuring optional GPU acceleration—with ioNetworks’ advanced facial recognition software, Lume Face. The result is a fast, accurate, and easy-to-deploy system designed for diverse industrial and commercial environments. From secure access control and production line check-ins to VIP recognition, the joint solution simplifies deployment through centralized or distributed architectures, delivering a powerful, ready-to-integrate platform that enhances operational intelligence and efficiency.
At the heart of the collaboration is ioNetworks’ Lume Face—a highly adaptable facial recognition software solution designed for both standalone and large-scale, multi-site deployments. It enables high-accuracy identity verification and access control through seamless integration of front-end recognition terminals and a centralized management system. It supports unified backend control, including server-side video stream recognition. With a lightning-fast recognition time under 0.2 seconds and an accuracy rate of 99.1%, it ensures reliable authentication in demanding environments. Its multi-mode authentication supports facial recognition, NFC cards, and PIN codes for layered security. Lume Face also features an intuitive, multilingual management interface and exportable reports, making it ideal for access control, employee check-ins, and VIP welcome systems across a wide range of industries.
Driving this collaborative solution is Portwell’s PSYS‑508‑Q670, a robust 4U rackmount industrial PC engineered for high-performance Edge AI applications. Powered by 14th/13th/12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors and the Intel® Q670E chipset, it supports up to 128GB of DDR5 memory for demanding AI inferencing tasks. The system features five PCIe slots, multiple display outputs (HDMI®, DisplayPort, VGA), and seven SATA ports, offering exceptional flexibility for expansion and storage. It also supports GPU acceleration via PCIe, enabling faster AI inferencing, image processing, and parallel computing performance. With three LAN ports, dual M.2 slots, and a 600W 80 Plus Gold ATX power supply, the PSYS‑508‑Q670 is built for reliability in mission-critical environments such as factory automation, automated optical inspection (AOI), intelligent surveillance, and smart business operations.
By integrating ioNetworks’ Lume Face advanced facial recognition software with Portwell’s PSYS‑508‑Q670 robust Edge AI hardware, this joint solution delivers new levels of operational intelligence and security. In factory environments, employees can seamlessly clock in and out via facial recognition, reducing administrative overhead while improving workforce tracking accuracy. For access control, enterprises can assign permissions by individual or group, ensuring secure yet streamlined entry to restricted zones. In hospitality and service sectors, the system can serve as a VIP recognition platform—automatically greeting key clients and enabling personalized experiences. This synergy between cutting-edge AI software and industrial-grade hardware delivers a scalable, versatile solution adaptable to diverse business needs.
The collaboration between Portwell and ioNetworks reflects a shared vision to empower industries with intelligent, future-ready technologies. By combining high-performance computing with intelligent facial recognition, the partnership offers a comprehensive solution that simplifies integration, enhances security, and drives operational efficiency. Visit Portwell at Booth S914, Hall 2 during Automation Taipei 2025 (August 20-23, Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center) to experience a live demonstration and speak with our experts about how we’re accelerating Industry 4.0 adoption—enabling businesses to thrive in an increasingly automated and connected world.
