Nexus GB set to exhibit at Embedded Masterclass

~ Rugged, portable data specialist will focus on the basics of choosing industrial memory at electronics event ~

Nexus GB, the UK partner of portable, rugged data token manufacturer Datakey Electronics, will be exhibiting at the annual Embedded Masterclass show in Reading on May 11 this year. The show is being hosted in the Hilton Hotel, just off junction 11 of the M4.

The object of Embedded Masterclass is to provide a non-sales forum where embedded systems engineers can meet a range of industry experts from key vendors. As a result, Nexus has chosen to base its exhibit on the idea of designing-in industrial memory, rather than consumer style SD, SDHC, HD memory cards or USB sticks.

When an OEM product requires the use of a portable memory device, electronics engineers often consider consumer memory solutions. This is not surprising, as these devices have become an integral part of daily life. However, before integrating a consumer memory device into an embedded system, engineers must be aware of the potential pitfalls that these consumer focused products can have. These include obsolescence, over specification resulting in high costs, low mated lifecycles, constantly changing standards and insecure form factors.

“Embedded Masterclass has a philosophy of encouraging exhibitors to send their engineers, not their sales staff. It has kept the exhibition on the tabletop rather than making it booth based, to keep it about technology rather than marketing spend,” explained John Barrett, Nexus’ managing director. “Intriguingly the organisation has also banned PowerPoint from its series of master class presentations, reinforcing the back to basics, technical ethos at its core. We feel that by reflecting this in our theme, we are offering the best fit and right information for the technical visitors that will be at the show.”

Nexus GB is also offering all potential visitors a free copy of its downloadable ten point guide to choosing industrial memory, which can be found on the Embedded Masterclass Web site, here http://tiny.cc/embedded539.

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For further information contact:
Victoria Barrett, Marketing and PR director, Nexus GB,
Rushdene House, Dodsley Grove, Midhurst, West Sussex, GU29 9BE
Telephone: +44 (0)1730 816502
Fax: +44 (0)1730 817393
www: www.nexusgb.co.uk
e-mail: victoria@nexusgb.co.uk

Press enquiries: Richard Stone
Stone Junction Ltd, No. 2 the Garthlands,
Stafford, Staffordshire, ST17 9ZP
Telephone: +44 (0) 1785 225416
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www: www.stonejunction.co.uk
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About Nexus GB: Established in 1986 Nexus GB is Datakey Electronics’ UK and Ireland exclusive distributor for portable, rugged keys and tokens containing non-volatile memory. These reliable and re-programmable items provide data transport, security, and access control solutions even in extreme environments where other methods, such as USB memory, would not survive. Furthermore, distinct from consumer-like memory solutions, they are a well established product that will not become obsolete as technology progresses. As a result, they are commonly used by design engineers working on long term projects, with more than three million units currently in UK service.

Ref: NEX047/03/10

Full range of data tokens on show at ESS

~ Embedded Systems Show also set to feature receptacles and development kits ~

Nexus GB, the exclusive UK distributor of Datakey Electronics’ range of portable memory products, will be exhibiting at the Embedded Systems Show at the NEC on October 1st and 2nd. Nexus will be on stand 222 in hall eight, where it will show its entire range of tokens and receptacles, including autoclave and EtO capable models as well as the recently launched immersion rated products.

Nexus’ range of portable memory solutions are designed to work in environments where heat, dust, moisture or accidental damage would cause conventional memory cards and USB devices to fail. They are used in applications ranging from data logging, cashless vending, security, access control and use limiting in industries including medical, food and pharmaceuticals.

The SlimLine data tokens on show, which are built to withstand Autoclave and EtO (Ethylene Oxide) sterilisation, use enhanced materials that simplify the manufacturing process, resulting in a less expensive product for medical and pharmaceutical OEMs. The tokens retain the multiple-cycle sterilisation capability that has made custom versions of these products popular within the medical device community for years.

The IP67 immersion rated, EMI reduction receptacles, called SR4310, work with the company’s proven memory tokens, providing OEMs with a one stop shop for harsh-environment data needs. The recently introduced receptacles are ideal for wash-down or outdoor applications where the devices are exposed to dust, water, rain, chemicals, and more. The new series is now available in IP-65 (splash-proof), IP-67 (immersion-rated) and IP-67-EMI (immersion-rated with Electromagnetic Frequency reduction) versions.

The Datakey Electronics tokens and receptacles that Nexus GB offer are already used across the globe by customers including St. Jude Medical, General Dynamics, Cisco Systems, Raytheon, Siemens, Tyco Healthcare, Gilbarco, several governments and many other multi-national corporations.

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For further information contact:
Michael Barrett, Operations director, Nexus GB, Rushdene House,

Dodsley Grove, Midhurst, West Sussex, GU29 9BE
Telephone: +44 (0)1730 816502
Fax: +44 (0)1730 817393
www: http://www.nexusgb.co.uk/
e-mail: http://www.blogger.com/Campaign%20planning/michael@nexusgb.co.uk

Press enquiries: Richard Stone
Stone Junction, 33 Kirkdale,
Sydenham, London, SE26 4BT
Telephone: +44 (0) 20 8699 7743
Fax: +44 (0) 20 8699 7743
e-mail: richards@stonejunction.co.uk
www: http://www.stonejunction.co.uk/

About Nexus GB: Established in 1986 Nexus GB is Datakey Electronics’ UK and Ireland exclusive distributor for portable, rugged keys and tokens containing non-volatile memory. These reliable and re-programmable items provide data transport, security, and access control solutions even in extreme environments where other methods, such as USB memory, would not survive. Furthermore, distinct from consumer-like memory solutions, they are a well established product that will not become obsolete as technology progresses. As a result, they are commonly used by design engineers working on long term projects, with more than three million units currently in UK service.

Ref: NEX004/07/08