At ISC West 2025, one of the nation’s leading tradeshow for security and surveillance technologies, we speak with Product Marketing Specialist, Ethan Dang. He provides us a deep dive into the RCO Series, Premio’s flagship line of x86 industrial computers, and how these purpose-built systems are not only keeping pace with the evolving trends of security and surveillance industry, but are actively driving future innovations.
Industry 4.0 Surveillance Trends: The Shift to the Edge
Three key trends are redefining the future of security and surveillance in the era of Industry 4.0. From the growing need for real-time edge AI performance to the requirement for extreme durability in harsh and unconventional environments, the shift toward edge computing is clear. To support this transformation, rugged, embedded hardware has become essential in enabling these advanced technologies.
1. Real-Time Performance at the Edge
As surveillance systems move closer to the source of data, the need for low-latency processing becomes essential. The RCO Series enables edge intelligence by locally processing video and sensor data. This minimizes latency, reduces bandwidth usage, and increases the speed and reliability of decision-making. By storing data on-premises, it ensures data privacy and confidentiality with emerging threats in cybersecurity.
“The benefits of edge computing are that you're getting real-time performance. All that data is being processed locally, and it really boosts security and surveillance applications.”
2. Comprehensive IoT Sensor Integration
Security infrastructures are witnessing a proliferation of IoT and have begun depending on a wide array of interconnected devices, from IP cameras and thermal sensors to access control systems and environmental monitors. Premio’s RCO Series provides extensive I/O support on-board, and for additional scalability, support for modular EDGEBoost I/O (EBIO) technology, allowing seamless integration of multiple sensor types into a unified system.
“When you think about security and surveillance today, especially at the edge, it’s no longer about one-size-fits-all. It’s about having a modular and rugged system that fits the environment and delivers reliable performance.”
3. Rugged Reliability in Mission-Critical Environments
Surveillance deployments are often deployed in harsh or remote conditions that demand high durability and reliability. The RCO Series are engineered with a fanless design, industrial-grade components, and wide temperature support to ensure dependable operation in the most extreme environments.
Decentralized Surveillance Requires Smarter Hardware
As surveillance systems shift toward decentralized, edge-based architectures, the need for intelligent, rugged, and scalable hardware becomes critical. Premio’s RCO Series is purpose-built for edge computing and delivers reliable performance across three distinct models.
RCO-1000 Series
The RCO-1000 Series is an ultra-compact, low-power solution designed for tight spaces and energy-efficient applications. With rich onboard I/O and modular EBIO expansion, it serves as an ideal IoT gateway for access control systems, AI-based monitoring, and other edge deployments where space and power are limited.
RCO-3000 Series
Built to support socket-type processors with hybrid performance-core architectures, the RCO-3000 Series delivers high computing power in a compact and rugged form factor. Its extensive connectivity options and support for EBIO modules enable advanced features like PoE, 10GbE networking, and M12 connections for industrial environments.
RCO-6000 Series
The RCO-6000 Series is designed for advanced edge workloads requiring multimodal AI performance. With a fully modular design, this platform offers flexible configurations to meet demanding specifications. It features dual EBIO brackets for up to eight additional I/O ports and supports Premio’s exclusive EDGEBoost Nodes (EBN), enabling targeted expansion for GPU acceleration, NVMe storage, or PCIe-based integrations.
Why Premio? Purpose-Built for the Edge
In the world of rugged edge computing, Premio stands apart with a design philosophy built on three core pillars: performance, reliability, and modularity. The RCO Series is a direct reflection of this approach, offering industrial-grade solutions engineered to thrive in mission-critical edge environments.
Trusted, Compliant Hardware Partner
Premio delivers NDAA and TAA-compliant solutions, ensuring alignment with federal procurement standards for secure and transparent hardware sourcing.
Over 35 Years of Proven Edge Computing Expertise
With decades of experience designing and manufacturing industrial computing solutions, Premio is a trusted partner in powering next-generation edge deployments.
Innovative, Industrial-Grade Technologies
From passive cooling and wide-temperature support to modular EDGEBoost technologies, Premio integrates key technologies to meet the rigorous demands of Industry 4.0 applications.