Rugged PCs for DT workshop

[JSS]

We are planning to install some PCs in our DT workshop. These will be used for CAD work and so will need to be high spec, including a decent graphics card.

 

Does anyone have any recommendations for rugged PCs that are suitable for harsh environments? Dust in particular is a potential problem.

 

I have seen solutions that are fully ruggedized, and also enclosures that protect standard PCs.

 

Any advice appreciated!

[ICTDirect_Dave]

I'll drop you a PM with options.

[dhicks]

Does anyone have any recommendations for rugged PCs that are suitable for harsh environments? Dust in particular is a potential problem.

 

I have a couple of Tranquil PC machines at home (note that their website is rather crusty and out-of-date, but they do make well-engineered machines):

 

Tranquil PC Ltd - Media Centres

 

These are fanless, ideal for dust-filled environments. One of their "media centre" PCs should be suitible - they can take a Core i5 chip and there's room for a discreet graphics card. You might have a wider choice / better price over at Quiet PC:

 

Systems

 

They resell Streacom cases, which are like the Tranquil PC cases but come in a wider variety of sizes and types. You could put your own system together or they do pre-built systems, too.