

Kontron Electronics AG
About us
Kontron Electronics AG positions itself as a provider of automation solutions and embedded ODM services. The company operates in various industries, including industrial machinery and equipment manufacturing, medical technology, and building automation. Its range of services encompasses proprietary and customer-specific products, development and design services for complex electronic components, modules, and systems, as well as production and assembly services for complete assemblies. This has been our expertise for over 40 years! Kontron Electronics AG, with its 40 employees, is headquartered in Rotkreuz, Switzerland. The company is part of the Kontron Group. The Software Division of Kontron AG has more than 35 years of experience in the development of industrial software. The result is proven software products and tailor-made digitalization solutions for machine and plant manufacturers as well as factory operators.
Products & services
Future-Proof Cybersecurity for Connected and Embedded Systems . "CRA-Compliant Solutions from Kontron" ; Kontron offers a modular portfolio of software and hardware solutions that covers all the core requirements of the Cyber Resilience Act
Future-proof cybersecurity for connected and embedded systems CRA, NIS-2, RED: New regulatory standards for secure industrial processes At the same time, another trend has clearly intensified in 2025: regulation is becoming a strategic priority. While digitalization used to be a competitive differentiator, it is now evolving into a mandatory standard driven by requirements such as CRA, NIS-2, RED, and IEC 62443. These standards are by no means mere bureaucracy—they define what secure digital systems of the future must look like. And they force companies to address fundamental questions: Are our devices capable of receiving updates? Do we meet the CRA requirements? How do we protect data flows in OT networks? How do we modernize legacy systems that are still in operation? This is precisely why IoT bundles consisting of hardware, KontronOS, connectivity, and cloud services are gaining importance. They provide field-proven combinations, are CRA-ready, reduce integration effort, and enable rapid results—a decisive advantage in a year shaped by efficiency and speed. Automated attacks, AI-driven malware, and complex OT infrastructures are rapidly changing the threat landscape. Today, companies must not only digitalize—they must digitalize securely. Kontron supports companies comprehensively throughout all phases of CRA compliance—from secure system architecture and continuous update management to intelligent threat detection and CRA-compliant hardware. KontronOS – Hardened, CRA-compliant foundation for embedded systems KontronGrid – Transparent updates, compliance reporting, and lifecycle management KontronAIShield – AI-based detection and defense against cyber threats KontronAIShield therefore combines firewall, AI-based IDS, and threat prevention in a single industrial-grade platform that covers edge, embedded, and critical infrastructures.

High-performance web panels based on Arm® NXP i.MX8M Mini/Plus for machine and building visualization. Modern design, capacitive multitouch, optically bonded IPS displays (5–15.6"). Aluminum or stainless steel frames, modular and customizable.
The high-performance web panels based on Arm® NXP i.MX8M Mini/Plus processors are ideally suited for the visualization of devices and machines as well as building automation applications. The product line features a modern, attractive design, capacitive multitouch technology, and optically bonded high-resolution IPS displays in sizes 5", 7", 10.1", and 15.6". Versions with aluminum or stainless-steel frames are available, specifically designed for industrial use. Thanks to their modular design, the panels can be flexibly and easily adapted to customer-specific requirements.

The modern control panel series combines premium design with brilliant multitouch technology and scalable performance.
Kontron expands its HMI portfolio with more powerful control panels based on Arm® NXP i.MX8M Plus processors for device and machine control as well as building automation. The new product line offers significantly higher computing and graphics performance, greatly expanded connectivity, and a wide range of functions. Numerous interfaces enable communication with a wide variety of fieldbuses and cloud connections. In addition, the control panel provides extensive customization options thanks to its internal M.2 slot and an additional expansion connector. The high-performance control panel series combines premium design with scalable performance for device and machine control as well as building automation. The product line is specifically designed for control cabinet mounting. For fast and efficient implementation of demanding automation and visualization solutions, it is also available with CODESYS SoftPLC. Depending on performance requirements, variants with Arm® i.MX6 or i.MX8M Plus processors and different memory configurations are available. The control panels are designed for long-term availability (>10 years) and can be customized and optimized to meet individual requirements.

CU Control Unit 6X – powerful, fanless, compact
This powerful controller series combines an industrial, compact design with a wide range of interfaces. The series is based on the long-term available NXP i.MX8M Plus quad-core Arm® processor, delivering high performance in a small footprint and making it ideally suited for cost-sensitive control and IoT gateway applications. Thanks to their compact, fanless design, these controllers are perfectly suitable for installation in environments with limited space. The wide variety of interfaces enables communication with numerous fieldbuses as well as cloud connections. In addition, the control unit offers extensive customization options through its internal M.2 slot, expansion connector, and a Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN)-capable Ethernet interface, allowing adaptation to a broad range of application requirements. For the fast and efficient implementation of demanding automation and visualization solutions, the controllers are optionally available with CODESYS® SoftPLC. The controllers are designed for long-term availability (>10 years) and can be customized and optimized to meet individual customer requirements.

Proven Solutions for Control Cabinets Automation and IoT solutions control and regulate processes, devices, and machines. Thanks to their robust design, these products are highly versatile and particularly well suited for use in industrial environments.
The Automation-Line AL i.MX8M Mini LTE, based on Arm® Cortex®-A53 and Arm® Cortex®-M4, expands the product portfolio of existing Linux computers for DIN-rail mounting. The intelligent gateway with LTE connectivity offers extensive communication interfaces and, thanks to its robust housing, is ideally suited for demanding control tasks as well as mobile and wireless IoT solutions. A key feature is the LTE Cat1 module, which ensures a highly reliable and fast connection for IoT applications. It provides an excellent alternative when integration into the company’s internal network is not possible. As standard, the AL i.MX8M Mini LTE is equipped with the secure, hardened Linux®-based operating system KontronOS as well as KontronGrid, a comprehensive IoT device management solution for edge devices. This ensures the highest security standards and protection of sensitive data.

Embedded Box PC
Kontron Industrial Computer – KBox A Series The KBox A Series is part of Kontron’s KBox family and has been specifically designed for industrial IoT gateway applications. It is quick and easy to deploy, making it ideal for OEMs and system integrators looking to fully leverage the potential of next-generation intelligent IoT infrastructures. Various mounting options, including DIN rail, wall, booksize, and VESA, enable straightforward installation in a wide range of industrial environments. The KBox A Series is particularly well suited for fieldbus environments, process control, industrial firewall applications, and numerous embedded applications. Its maintenance-free design helps reduce total cost of ownership (TCO) while increasing overall system availability. With a broad range of interfaces and fieldbus support, the KBox A Series delivers high interoperability, scalability, and future-proofing.

Industrial Monitors
Modern, industrial design, user-friendliness, and flexibility—these are the key challenges facing modern panel PCs. Inspired by developments and products in the consumer market, industrial panel PCs are also confronted with new requirements. They are increasingly more than just a functional add-on device. As an integral part of the user experience, today’s panel PCs must provide user-friendly, intuitive, and flexible interfaces while simultaneously offering a contemporary look and feel. Kontron’s panel PCs are the perfect answer to these demanding and growing requirements. The Kontron panel PC product portfolio offers a wide range of processor platforms and display sizes. Widescreen displays in 16:9 format as well as standard 4:3 format displays with sizes ranging from 7.0" to 23.8" enable the visualization of a wide variety of detailed data at a glance. Multi-touch functionality enhances intuitive operation, while a frameless, edge-to-edge front glass conveys a modern industrial design. In addition to capacitive touch panel PCs, Kontron also offers a broad portfolio of resistive touch panel PCs as well as front variants with protective glass. Kontron’s industrial panel PCs are ready-to-use systems that ensure compatibility between hardware and software. These 100% industrial-grade panel PCs meet even the highest requirements in terms of shock, vibration, and temperature resistance. With our semi- and fully customized panel PCs, individual requirements for control and visualization applications can also be fulfilled—whether in automation, medical technology, transportation, or the military sector.
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ManagedEdge IoT-Bundle
Comprehensive IoT device management, a secure operating system, and proven hardware under one roof.

WebVisu IoT-Bundle
The intelligent software package features an optimized HTML5 browser.

Controls IoT-Bundle
Kontron offers a broad range of CODESYS® control hardware from Raspberry Pi and ARM® i.MX to Intel Atom. Solutions include SOMs, IPCs, IO modules, HMIs, major fieldbuses, IoT cloud connectivity, and attractive CODESYS® licenses.

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Single-Board Computer with Multiple Integrated Interfaces