ChampionX Corp. has announced that its Spotlight EDGE has received Microsoft’s “Azure Certified Device” and “Edge Managed” certifications. The device is the only Class 1 Division 2 and ATEX finished product featured in the Microsoft Azure Certified Device Catalog, the company said Oct. 21.
Spotlight EDGE utilizes advanced industrial hardware security features such as on-board TPM (Trusted Platform Module) and SIM eSIM, along with multiple connectivity protocols to leverage hyper-connectivity environments.
“With Microsoft Azure Device certification of Spotlight, our customers can deploy a scalable and modular solution that optimizes cost, increases edge computing and analytics and provides a fit-for-purpose solution to meet business requirements,” said Ali Raza, senior vice president and chief digital officer for ChampionX.
“The low-powered edge device supports multiple communication protocols such as LTE, Bluetooth, DUST and Wireless HART to name a few. Spotlight enables legacy and new users to participate in a connected and smart ecosystem. Securing this certification demonstrates our team’s continued commitment to drive technology with impact across our businesses in support of our customers’ efficiency and sustainability goals," Raza said.
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