Last Update January 30, 2019

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Since the establishment in 1985, AcQ has emerged into a very successful and modern organization with a team of enthusiastic specialists, who are willing to go to the limit day after day to achieve their goal: the successful completion of projects. 

The company develops, produces and delivers solutions for a wide range of embedded electronics applied in aerospace, military, test & measurement, transportation and industrial automation. In most cases this involves the design, building and delivery of embedded real-time hardware- and software components.

Some of the strengths of AcQ are fast prototyping, safety-critical designs, form-fit-function replacements for discontinued products and long product life cycles.

The company has the know-how to set up a complete development project from begin to end, from the formulation of the problem requirements via design and development to implementation and support, according to IEC61508, EN50155, ED80/DO-254 or ED12/DO-178B if required. Fields of knowledge include small stand-alone embedded systems, VMEbus, CompactPCI, PMC, PCI and M-module, as well as MIL-STD-1553 (STANAG 3838/3910), ARINC-429 and CANbus.

Products are used in aircraft and simulators, control systems for trams and trains, traffic control installations, telecommunication networks, industrial automation and automotive. Worldwide sales are established both direct as well as through an international network of distributors.

In the course of time the activities of AcQ in the aerospace market have increased substantially. The product folio includes several products for aerospace applications, for example a general purpose cockpit display, an intelligent remote data concentrator and a serial actuator. AcQ Inducom also participates in 7th framework programs, such as SCARLETT and Actuation 2015.

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M-module

M200 Aperture A/D M/MA Module
The M200 is a 100kSPS 12-bit A/D converter module that will sample and selectively store differential analog signals along with a 31-bit time stamp at a rate up to 100kSPS. The 31-bit time tag allows almost six hours of uniquely time tagged data, at a resolution of 10 microseconds, to be stored by the host. The module has the ability to convert and store all data at the specified sample rate or selectively store input values that exceed the range of the programmed aperture window. This technique provides extensive real-time data compression for transient type input signals.

M203 Digital Input Module
The M203 is a digital input module that will sample and selectively store up to 16 bits of digital data along with a 31-bit time stamp at a rate up to 5 MHz. The 31-bit time tag allows unique time tagging data. The module has the ability to store all data at the specified sample rate or selectively store input values based upon changes in state of one or more of the inputs. This technique provides extensive real-time data compression for certain digital input signals.

M213 GPS Timing M Module
The M213 provides GPS timing in an ANSI standard M-module format. Up to 12 satellites can be simultaneously tracked to provide extremely accurate output timing. The module can be used to discipline precision oscillators to provide long-term clock stability. The PPS output signal is software controlled to be always ON, always, OFF, or only ON when certain accuracy conditions are met.

M301 Dual Serial Controller M-module
The M301 provides two asynchronous serial interfaces based upon the MC68681 DUART. The line interface of a channel can be configured as RS232, RS422, RS485 or current-loop (active or passive). The RS232 and RS485 transceiver devices are commonly available and are mounted in sockets for easy maintenance.

M302 ARINC-429 Controller M-module
The M302 ARINC-429 Controller M-module is based upon the popular Motorola MC68332 microcontroller. The TPU of this device has been programmed to handle the ARINC-429 transmit and receive algorithms, while the CPU neatly organizes the traffic between the bus and the host CPU. As the user remains in full control, this provides a versatile and user-friendly ARINC-429 interface.

M303 MIL-STD-1553 M-module
The M303 is an intelligent interface card providing full MIL-STD-1553 test, simulation and bus analysis capability for the M-module standard, with 1553A, 1553B, McAir and STANAG 3838 variants in one card. The M303 supports concurrent Bus Controller (BC) and up to 31 Remote Terminals (RT) with Bus Monitor (BM).

M304 BITBUS Controller M-module
The M304 BITBUS Controller M-module, featuring the i8044 BITBUS enhanced microprocessor provides all necessary functions to implement a BITBUS master or slave node. The resident firmware includes an extensive Remote Access and Control (RAC) command set, to allow specific functions to be performed on the remote nodes.

M312 General Timing Analyser/Synthesizer M-module
The M312 General Timing Analyser/Synthesizer M-module has an MC68332 CPU. The MC68332 contains intelligent peripheral modules such as the time processor unit (TPU), which provides 16 microcoded channels for performing time-related activities from simple input capture or output compare to complicated motor control or pulse width modulation.

PCI

i2001 M-module Carrier for PCIbus
The i2001 M-module Carrier for PCI bus implements a PCI bus gateway to the M-module interface. One M-module mounting socket is provided by this carrier. The M-module I/O connector is accessible through the PCI card bracket.
The M-module interface of the i2001 complies to the M-module Specification ANSI/VITA 12-1996. The interface features A8, A24, D16 and D32 access types.

PCI1403 MIL-STD-1553 Single Channel PCI Card
The PCI1403 is an intelligent interface card providing full MIL-STD-1553 test, simulation and bus analysis capability for the PCI bus standard, with 1553A, 1553B, McAir and STANAG 3838 variants in one card. The PCI1403 supports concurrent Bus Controller (BC) and up to 31 Remote Terminals (RT) with Bus Monitor (BM).

PCI1404 STANAG 3838/3910 PCI Card
The PCI1404 is a single slot intelligent interface card providing complete STANAG 3838 and STANAG 3910 test, simulation and bus analysis capability for the PCI Bus. The PCI1404 supports concurrent Bus Controller (BC) and up to 31 Remote Terminals (RT) with Bus Monitor (BM). An additional stand-alone Chronological Bus Monitor (CBM) facility is also provided with powerful multi-level triggering capability. Full error injection capability in both 3838 and 3910 modules is provided in BC and RTs modes, with full error detection in BC, RT, BM and CBM modes.

PCI2403 MIL-STD-1553 Two Channel PCI Card
The PCI2403 provides an intelligent interface card for two serial, dual redundant MIL-STD-1553 data buses and the PCI bus. The card supports 1553A, 1553B, McAir and STANAG 3838 variants on a single card. The PCI2403 provides concurrent Bus Controller (BC) and up to 31 Remote Terminals (RT) with Bus Monitor (BM). An additional stand-alone Chronological Bus Monitor (CBM) facility is also provided, with comprehensive multi-level triggering capability.

PCI302 ARINC-429 Controller for PCI
The PCI302 provides four ARINC-429 compatible channels (2x receive and 2x transmit) at any rate between 12.5 and 100kbps.
Because the PCI302 is built upon a flexible platform, the user functions can be implemented almost without restriction, making this product flexible and user-friendly.

PCI321 Stepper Motor Controller for PCI
The PCI321 Intelligent Stepper Motor Controller with amplifiers is an ideal solution for all applications where stepper motors must be controlled with a maximum of flexibility and a minimum of overhead. The local processor handles all high-level commands to provide maximum control for both straightforward as very complex applications.

PCI322 Stepper Motor Controller for PCI
The PCI322 Intelligent Stepper Motor Controller is designed to drive external amplifiers. This is an ideal solution for all applications where stepper motors must be controlled with a maximum of flexibility and a minimum of overhead. The local processor handles all high-level commands to provide maximum control for both straightforward as very complex applications

PCI323 6 Channel Encoder Input Controller
The PCI323 Quadrature Incremental Encoder Interface is designed to interface with up to six quadrature incremental encoders. This is an ideal solution for all applications where several encoders must be connected with a maximum of flexibility and a minimum of overhead.

CPCI

CPCI1403 MIL-STD-1553 Single Channel CompactPCI Card
The CPCI1403 is an intelligent interface card providing full MIL-STD-1553 test, simulation and bus analysis capability for the CompactPCI bus, with 1553A, 1553B, McAir and STANAG 3838 capability on a single card. The CPCI1403 supports concurrent Bus Controller (BC) and up to 31 Remote Terminals (RT)) with Bus Monitor (BM). An additional stand-alone Chronological Bus Monitor (CBM) facility is also provided, with comprehensive multi-level triggering capability.

CPCI1404 STANAG 3910 CompactPCI Card
The CPCI1404 is a single slot intelligent interface card providing complete STANAG 3838 and STANAG 3910 test, simulation and bus analysis capability for the CompactPCI Bus. The CPCI1404 supports concurrent Bus Controller (BC) and up to 31 Remote Terminals (RT) with Bus Monitor (BM). An additional stand-alone Chronological Bus Monitor (CBM) facility is also provided with powerful multi-level triggering capability. Full error injection capability in both 3838 and 3910 modes is provided in BC and RTs modes, with full error detection in BC, RT, BM and CBM modes.

CPCI2403 MIL-STD-1553 Two Channel CompactPCI Card
The CPCI2403 provides an intelligent interface card for two serial, dual redundant MIL-STD-1553 data buses and the CompactPCI bus. The card supports 1553A, 1553B, McAir and STANAG 3838 variants on a single card. The CPCI2403 provides concurrent Bus Controller (BC) and up to 31 Remote Terminals (RT) with Bus Monitor (BM). An additional stand-alone Chronological Bus Monitor (CBM) facility is also provided, with comprehensive multi-level triggering capability.

CPCI302 ARINC-429 Controller for CompactPCI
The CPCI302 provides four ARINC-429 compatible channels (2x receive and 2x transmit) at any rate between 12.5 and 100kbps. Because the CPCI302 is built upon a flexible platform, the user functions can be implemented almost without restriction, making this product flexible and user-friendly.

CPCI321 Stepper Motor Controller for CompactPCI
The CPCI321 Intelligent Stepper Motor Controller with amplifiers is an ideal solution for all applications where stepper motors must be controlled with a maximum of flexibility and a minimum of overhead.

CPCI322 Stepper Motor Controller for CompactPCI
The CPCI322 is a 3U CompactPCI card. The CPCI322 Intelligent Stepper Motor Controller is designed to drive external amplifiers. This is an ideal solution for all applications where stepper motors must be controlled with a maximum of flexibility and a minimum of overhead.

CPCI323 6 Channel Encoder Input Controller
The CPCI323 Quadrature Incremental Encoder Interface is designed to interface with up to six quadrature incremental encoders. This is an ideal solution for all applications where several encoders must be connected with a maximum of flexibility and a minimum of overhead.

CPCI330/CPCI331 Binary Input Controller for CompactPCI
The CPCI330 and CPCI331 are 3U CompactPCI cards. The CPCI330 and CPCI331 interface typ. 24V industrial signals. Each card has 16 binary inputs. A signal transition on any input can generate an interrupt. Also an interrupt can be issued, if the inputs match a pre-defined pattern. The three internal timers/counters provide means for transition counting and period measurement. All inputs are optically isolated from the system.

VMEbus

i4000 M-module Carrier for VMEbus (6U)
The i4000 is a 6U form factor M-module carrier for the VMEbus and forms the basis of a flexible I/O system. It offers the user a means of integrating a mix of M-modules in a VMEbus system. Four M-module mounting sockets are provided by this carrier.
The interrupt controller on the i4000 has an interrupt vector register for each M-module interface. If a module is able to generate its own vector, the i4000 simply passes the interrupt request to the VMEbus. Interrupts for each M-module can be masked separately. The level on which an interrupt is issued to the VMEbus, is selectable by setting a DIP-switch. This is valid for all four M-module interfaces.

i4001 M-module Carrier for VMEbus (3U)
The i4001 is a 3U form factor M-module carrier for the VMEbus and forms the basics of a flexible I/O system. It offers the user a means of integrating M-modules in a VMEbus system. The i4001 has one M-module slot. M-module interrupts can be passed to the VMEbus. The i4001 supports vector-from-module and vector-from-baseboard, this means that interrupt vectors are provided by the the M-module or by the i4001.

i4400 Low-cost 6U form factor PMC/PrPMC carrier for VMEbus (VME64/VME64x)
The i4400 is a low-cost 6U form factor PMC / PrPMC carrier for the VMEbus and forms the basis of a flexible I/O system. It offers the user a means of integrating two single PMC modules or one double PMC module in a VMEbus system. The current version of the i4400 supports PMC modules and also supports Processor PMC modules on one PMC-site. The VME-to-PCI bridge is implemented in an FPGA for flexible VME-to-PCI mapping and to allow future updates and upgrades.

VME1340 CompactFlash VMEbus Board
The VME1340 is used to add a CompactFlash card slot to a 3U VMEbus System. CompactFlash is a small form factor card standard that encompasses CompactFlash (CF) flash data storage cards, magnetic disk cards and I/O cards. The VME1340 supports all of these types CompactFlash cards. The VME1340 has one card interface slot which supports type I and type II CompactFlash (CF) as well as CF+ cards.

VME2303 MIL-STD-1553 Two Channel VMEbus Board
The VME2303 is an intelligent interface card for two channel, dual redundant MIL-STD-1553 applications. It gives full MIL-STD-1553 test, simulation and bus analysis capability on the VME bus, providing 1553A, 1553B, McAir and STANAG 3838 variants in a single card. Each channels supports concurrent Bus Controller (BC) and up to 31 Remote Terminals (RT) with Bus Monitor (BM). An additional stand-alone Chronological Bus Monitor (CBM) facility is also provided, with comprehensive multi-level triggering capability.

VME302 16 Channel ARINC-429 Controller for VMEbus
The VME302 provides sixteen ARINC-429 compatible channels (8x receive and 8x transmit) at any rate between 12.5 and 100kbps. Because the VME302 is built upon a flexible platform, the user interface is extremely versatile and user functions can be implemented almost without restriction, making this product flexible and user-friendly.
This VMEbus board has a 6U form and is also available as 3U VMEbus board.

VME321 Stepper Motor Controller for VMEbus
The VME321 Intelligent Stepper Motor Controller with Amplifiers is an ideal solution for all applications where stepper motors must be controlled with a maximum of flexibility and a minimum of overhead. The local processor handles all high-level commands to provide maximum control for both straightforward as very complex applications.
This VMEbus board has a 6U form and is also available as 3U VMEbus board.

VME322 Stepper Motor Controller for VMEbus
The VME322 Intelligent Stepper Motor Controller is designed to drive up to eight external Amplifiers. This is an ideal solution for all applications where stepper motors must be controlled with a maximum of flexibility and a minimum of overhead. Local processors handles all high-level commands to provide maximum control for both straightforward as very complex applications.

PMC

ccPMC408 Intelligent quad channel CAN (CAN2.0B, ARINC-825) controller ccPMC
The ccPMC408 is an intelligent quad channel CAN controller, suitable for the standard CAN2.0B, but also for the new CAN-in-aerospace, ARINC-825 protocol.
CAN is a widely used fieldbus, in automotive, industry and other types of applications. In the last years CAN is more and more used in aerospace applications too. Starting with CANaerospace, nowadays the new ARINC-825 specification, CAN also contains the specification to be a subsystem bus for ARINC 664 Part 7 networked IMA (Integrated Modular Avionics) architectures. This standard is (will be) used by large aircraft builders like Airbus and Boeing.

ccPMC430 Conduction cooled Storage PMC with (SecureErase and) WriteProtect functions
The ccPMC430 provides advanced levels of data security for sensitive applications in military and commercial environments. Write protection prevents unwanted erasure, overwrite, or modification of sensitive data and operating system information. The Secure-Erase mode enables rapid and thorough destruction of that data when required.

ccPMC481 Conduction cooled PMC Audio Card with rear I/O
The ccPMC481 is a conduction cooled PMC audio card with rear I/O. The audio card is based on the Crystal CS4281 CrystalClearTM PCI Audio Interface controller and the Crystal CS4299 CrystalClearTM SoundFusionTM Audio Codec '97. The PMC481 features four audio connections via the front panel using 3.5mm stereo connectors.

PIM481-J/DSUB (cc)PMC481 Audio Card I/O Modules
The PIM481-J PMC I/O Module, with four 3.5mm stereo connectors and the PIM481-DSUB PMC I/O Module, with D-sub for rear I/O can be mounted on a rear transition module (RTM).

PMC403 MIL-STD-1553 Card
The PMC403 is an intelligent interface card providing full MIL-STD-1553 test, simulation and bus analysis capability for the PCI Mezzanine standard, with 1553A, 1553B, McAir and STANAG 3838 variants in one card. The PMC403 supports concurrent Bus Controller (BC) and up to 31 Remote Terminals (RT) with Bus Monitor (BM).

PMC404 STANAG 3838/3910 Card
The PMC404 is a slot intelligent interface card providing complete STANAG 3838 and STANAG 3910 test, simulation and bus analysis capability for the PCI Mezzanine standard. The PMC404 supports concurrent Bus Controller (BC) and up to 31 Remote Terminals (RT) with Bus Monitor (BM).

PMC408 Intelligent quad channel CAN (CAN2.0B, ARINC-825) controller PMC
The PMC408 is an intelligent quad channel CAN controller, suitable for the standard CAN2.0B, but also for the new CAN-in-aerospace, ARINC-825 protocol.
CAN is a widely used fieldbus, in automotive, industry and other types of applications. In the last years CAN is more and more used in aerospace applications too. Starting with CANaerospace, nowadays with the new ARINC-825 specification, CAN also contains the specification to be a subsystem bus for ARINC 664 Part 7 networked IMA (Integrated Modular Avionics) architectures. This standard is (will be) used by large aircraft builders like Airbus and Boeing.

PMC450 PMC FPGA 8 channel Serial Controller Card with front and rear I/O
The PMC450 is a FPGA-based 8 channel RS422 serial card with front and rear I/O. The standard configuration consists of a PCI-core and eight 16C550-uart compatible cores. With the 32 onboard RS422 transceivers 8 serial RS422 channels (Rx, Tx, RTS and CTS) are created. The PMC450 features a 68-pin high dense connector at the front for the connection of all the RS422 channels. A PIM (PMC I/O Interface) for rear I/O is optional. Usage in ruggedised systems with conductive cooling is also possible.

USB

i5001 M-module Carrier for USB 2.0 and USB ExtensionBox
The i5001 links any computer with an USB 2.0 interface directly to the M-module bus. The i5001 makes your computer perform as if the M-module was plugged into the computer directly, giving your desktop or laptop computer the capability of an embedded computer. The USB plug&play compliant i5001 comes with APIS software for Windows 2000/XP to ease your M-module system development.
The i5001 can be used in any computer running windows 2000/XP. Adding the USB to M-module interface to a low-cost, general-purpose desktop PC or laptop creates an attractive cost/performance solution compared to an embedded VME or CPCI system.
All applications written for VME or CPCI systems for our M-modules using APIS can execute without modifications on the i5001, only recompilation is needed.
For the i5001 a professional housing is available including an international operating power adapter. The i5001 in combination with this housing is called the USB ExtensionBox.

USB403 MIL-STD-1553 Portable Interface Unit with USB interface
The USB403 is a Portable Interface Unit providing full MIL-STD-1553 test, simulation and bus analysis capability in a compact self-contained unit, to connect via a USB interface to suitable host systems. The unit provides support for all 1553A, 1553B, McAir and STANAG 3838 variants in a self contained battery operated unit, and is supplied with a matching power supply and battery charger unit for desk-top use. The USB403 supports concurrent Bus Controller (BC) and up to 31 Remote Terminals (RT) with Bus Monitor (BM). An additional stand-alone Chronological Bus Monitor (CBM) facility is also provided, with comprehensive multi-level triggering capability. Full error injection capability is provided in BC and RT modes, with full error detection in BC, RT, BM and CBM modes. The unit provides a variable amplitude dual redundant 1553 interface. 2 Mbytes of dual ported RAM are provided.

Ethernet

i5500 Ethernet M-module carrier, wired
The i5500 wired Ethernet M-Module carrier provides complete Ethernet connectivity to the many industry standard M-modules available. The i5500 supports two single-wide or one double-wide M-module. The unit is available with a rugged steel/aluminium enclosure suitable for the desktop or rack installation or without the enclosure for application specific mounting.
A simple Ethernet command protocol eases software integration and allows M-module reset, identification, and complete control and configuration of the module. The carrier provides full access to the M-module I/O space. A flexible block access command speeds sequential data access.
MA-module triggers are fully supported allowing inter-module triggering and external input or output triggers through the 9-pin DSUB connector.

i5500 Ethernet M-module carrier, wireless
The i5500 wireless Ethernet M-Module carrier provides complete Ethernet connectivity to the many industry standard M-modules available. The i5500 supports two single-wide or one double-wide M-module. The unit is available with a rugged steel/aluminium enclosure suitable for the desktop or rack installation or without the enclosure for application specific mounting.
A simple Ethernet command protocol eases software integration and allows M-module reset, identification, and complete control and configuration of the module. The carrier provides full access to the M-module I/O space. A flexible block access command speeds sequential data access.
MA-module triggers are fully supported allowing inter-module triggering and external input or output triggers through the 9-pin DSUB connector.

Systems

GPICAD 3ATI General Purpose Intelligent Cockpit AMTFT Display (GPICAD)
The GPICAD is a small, modular and lightweight general purpose intelligent cockpit display. Separate boards inside the enclosure guarantee easy adaptation to custom requirements. The boards are stacked and firmly mounted inside the enclosure. The GPICAD is developed for several kinds of airborne certifiable applications, such as:

  • Crew information display
  • Positioning information display
  • General Monitoring Information display
  • Replacement for obsolete cockpit equipment
  • Standby equipment

The GPICAD has ARINC-429 interfaces to communicate with other equipment in the aircraft, plus discrete inputs and outputs for interfacing with the aircraft control and relay panels. Analog I/O and other interfaces like MIL-STD1553 and ARINC-825 can also be implemented.
The GPICAD is built around the powerful MPC5554 processor and has an extended temperature Active Matrix TFT display, 2.8inch QVGA 320x240 pixel resolution with graphics controller in FPGA. This guarantees long availability and better environmental specifications as well as the option for customization according to specific custom requirements.
The MPC5554 and FPGA offer a maximum of flexibility for all kinds of applications.

LpDAS Low power Data Acquisition System
The LpDAS series of products are small, lightweight, conduction cooled embedded computers for rugged environments. These customizable off-the-shelf computers have many built-in and customizable standard peripherals and interfaces for various avionics databuses as well as (cc)PMC expansion capability. With the addition of application software the LpDAS provides a readily available solution to challenging interface, bridging and control problems. The LpDAS is available in many configurations to meet a variety of needs.

NECS Network Extended Control System
NECS (the Network Extended Control System) is a modular system, based on the well-established M-module standard: around 100 different modules are vailable from several vendors. The base unit consists of the power supply and the bus master module supporting up to 8 M-modules which can be stacked on it. All modules areinstalled in ruggedized aluminium frames and are interconnected via a flexible M-bus backplane (a D16/A8 bus with interrupting capability). The master module is based on a MC68332 microcontroller operating at 16.78 MHz clock frequency and provides TPU, CAN and RS-232 interfaces. Each module has a dedicated signal front-end connector. The design is highly resistant against electromagnetic interference. The bus master module also supports additional hardware, which can interface to the MC68332 QSPI (Queued Serial Peripheral Interface) and TPU via a utility connector. The power supply module supplies the bus master module as well as all stacked-on modules with 5 and +/- 12 VDC, which it derives from an unregulated 10-36 VDC power input according to EN2282. Additionally, it contains status-LEDs for monitoring purposes. The power input lines are protected against polarity reversion, transient overvoltage and electromagnetic interference. The NECS runtime support and software library significantly reduce the time required for application software development. To maximize flexibility, application software can be downloaded, debugged and in-situ programmed on each NECS unit via RS-232 using the Microtec Research MCP68K/XRAYtoolset.

PowerNECS NECS system with PowerPC
PowerNECS is a NECS system with PowerPC Technology. The base unit consists of the power supply and the bus master module supporting one M-module that can be stacked on it. The master module is based on an MPC555 microcontroller operating at 40 MHz clock frequency and provides dual TPU and CAN interfaces, IrDA and two PCMCIA card slots. The bus master module also supports additional hardware, which can interface to the QSPIs (Queued Serial Peripheral Interface) and TPUs (Time Processor Unit) via a utility connector. The power supply module supplies the bus master module as well as all stacked-on modules with 5, 3.3 and +/- 12 VDC, which it derives from an unregulated EN2282 compliant power input. Additionally, it contains a four-character ASCII display for monitoring purposes. The power input lines are protected against polarity reversion, transient over voltage and electromagnetic interference. The PowerNECS runtime support and software library significantly reduce the time required for application software development. To maximize flexibility, application software can be downloaded, debugged and in-situ programmed on each PowerNECS unit via RS-232 using the Gnu gcc/gdb/XXgdb toolset or the eCOS real-time operating system.

Aerospace

AcQ is a Dutch SME certified to ISO 9001:2000 (AS9100 certification in progress),  which develops and produces non-certified and certified high-tech modular hardware- and software solutions for on-board and ground avionics applications.

Customized development can be done according ED12/DO-178B and ED80/DO-254 in various design assurance levels (DALs) for safety critical applications, using the ED14/DO160 for the environmental requirements. AcQ also offers standard products for various open standards like VMEbus, CPCI, PCI and other bus standards for test applications and other applications like GPS, display, actuators, data logging and -storage.

Through a network of international partners, local development, production and support can be realized if so required for programs.

Tier 1 customers, Tier 2 supplier
AcQ customers are primarily Tier 1 companies, thus adding to their capabilities in satisfying their customers requirements, which are often outside of Tier 1 core-competences.

As Tier 2 supplier, AcQ develops and produces systems such as cockpit displays, control boards, or subsystems which are part of a larger system, as well as the know-how and ability to develop and produce complete systems such as flight data recorders and radio altimeters.

Tier 2 customers, Tier 3 supplier
Sometimes AcQ also acts as a Tier-3 supplier.

Capabilities informational files

Industrial

For more then twenty-five years AcQ designs, develops and produces (safety critical) embedded hardware and software solutions in the industrial market, whether it concerns a standard product or a customized solution we like to tackle your problem.

Our first step is always a dialogue with our customers to determine the problem. Based on our expertise and knowledge of the most recent market trends, we then formulate the best strategy to solve the problem at hand. Where possible, we apply our standard products.

Your project is in good hands with our experts; from the design and production to the testing and integration of the solution. We produce and supply the hardware for embedded control applications. We develop the accompanying application software. We provide the necessary support and training.

Our specialties:

  • Hardware engineering (safety critical)
  • Support of real-time operating systems
  • Secondment
  • Integral solutions

Your advantages:

  • One point of contact for an integral solution
  • Short communication lines
  • Comprehensive standard product range

AcQ Platform Interface Software (APIS)
To make the implementation of our products easier for our customers we have developed a modular software concept, called APIS. Based on APIS a wide range of operating systems is supported, like Windows XP/NT/98, Dos, QNX, Linux, SunOS and OS-9. Thanks to APIS, new emerging operating systems can swiftly be supported, without having to take the specification of your operating systems and hardware platforms into account.

Capabilities informational files

Transportation

AcQ develops and produces complex and non-complex high-tech modular hardware- and software solutions for transportation applications, which can be qualified according international standards.

One of these international qualification standards AcQ is able to implement is the IEC61508, which covers the complete safety life cycle. The IEC61508 defines the Safety Integrity Level (SIL) using requirements grouped in two broad categories: hardware safety integrity and systematic system integrity. A device of system must meet the requirements for both categories to achieve a given SIL.

Specific environmental testing according EN-50155 (railways) for custom products can also be an integral part of our development program if this is a requirement.

To meet the requirements in this market our standard products can be delivered with extended temperatures and coating. All our standard products are shockproof.

Capabilities informational files

Custom

For many years AcQ has designed and produced not only standard products but also a huge variety of customized Single Board Computers, I/O Boards, Control Systems and other applications.
Serving markets as Aerospace, Defence, Industrial, Test and Measurement and Transportation, but also other markets as Medical are possible areas for us to serve.

Depending on the application, solutions may be offered from the following:

  • Standard products and modified standard products
  • Semi-customized solutions
  • Full custom solutions
  • Additional FPGA configurations

Why custom design?
The general goal is to find the most cost effective solution for the application to be implemented. This may be realized if the solution is individually tailored to the application while using as many standard components as possible.

This can only be achieved if the supplier has the necessary background and experience in circuit technology and is able to provide a product that is reliable for many years, including support.

To do this, AcQ offers comprehensive expertise:

  • Innovative and wide specialized hardware design capability
  • Flexible software experience to optimize the performance of the hardware
  • Production knowledge to allow reliable production of highly integrated circuitry
  • Logistics support in order to deliver on time any time
  • The understanding of applicable standards
  • Complete service package
  • Extensive customer support

AcQ

  • Alanenweg 6, Oss, The Netherlands
  • +31 412 641922
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