Durability & Reliability: Why GT Series POS is Engineered for Long-Term Use

A defining attribute of the POSIFLEX GT series is that the Point-of-Sale (POS) terminals are well-suited for both demanding industrial settings and retail and F&B (Food and Beverage) outlets. To ensure that the billing machines prove to be investment-worthy, POSIFLEX’s R&D experts have specifically focused on combining dependable performance with device longevity. 

The key factors that ensure the POSIFLEX GT Series POS terminals can withstand continuous use over several years are: 

  • The processor and OS of the billing terminals 
  • Quality assurance and compliance certifications 

Interestingly, these factors that make the state-of-the-art POS terminals resilient also contribute to the elegant design of the POS machine series. The chic appearance is particularly vital for customer-facing environments such as restaurants, supermarkets, and other retail businesses. 

Curious about how the three seemingly distinct qualities of the GT series are interlinked? 

Let’s evaluate the role the two performance-boosting factors mentioned above play in upholding the device’s durability, computing speed, and aesthetics. 

How Do the Processor and the OS of the GT Series Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminals Assure Long-Term Use?

Below are the reasons why GT Series processors are noteworthy in terms of sustained and optimal data crunching and task completion:  

  • Clock Speed: The advanced clock speed of the 11th Gen Intel Tiger Lake processor in the GT series POS machines powers the execution of billions of instructions per second. To be precise, the i3, i5, and i7 versions can ideally perform more than 32, 67, and 75 billion instructions per second, indicating a major edge over previous generations of processors. However, it is important to clarify that these figures refer to the best possible performance, theoretically.  

Hence, the GT series terminals empower users to perform several key tasks simultaneously, including loyalty points redemption, checkout, and inventory updates, among others. Specifically designed for high-volume instructions, the processor doesn’t heat up easily, thus preventing hardware damage caused by overheating.

  • Instruction Set Architecture: The 11th Gen processor’s ISA, the x86-64 ISA variant, not only determines the OS-compatibility of the POS terminals’ processors but also sets the groundwork for the motherboard to coordinate the inputs and outputs between the peripherals and the Point-of-Sale device. Thanks to the ISA, the POS terminal can operate on two of the latest Windows versions, Windows 10 and Windows 11, which can fast-track computation and continue working offline. Regardless of the workload-related challenge, the GT series Point-of-Sale (POS) terminals ensure peak productivity without pause—whether it is several inputs and outputs from peripherals, multitasking, or connectivity issues. 

Combined with the processor’s design and the firmware, the efficiency of the OS also saves the device’s power consumption, thereby minimising the chances of overheating. 

Discover more details about the top-of-the-line processors in our blog: How Industrial-Grade Processors in the GT Series Windows POS Terminals Enhance Speed & Efficiency. 

What Are the Quality Assurance and Compliance Certifications Attesting to the POS Terminals’ Longevity and Performance?

POSIFLEX GT series Point-of-Sale (POS) terminals are compliant with CE’s CISPR 32 Class A standards and FCC Class A. In terms of the lifespan and performance stability, the certifications speak to the billing machine’s industrial-grade tolerance for electromagnetic and radio wave interference. Electromagnetic and radio waves trigger resets, cause glitches, and hamper device-to-device communication, which is key for using peripherals. 

The global product quality certifications demonstrate the effort POSIFLEX’s R&D experts have put into making the POS terminals suitable for different market standards worldwide. Still, businesses such as cafes, restaurants, and other businesses using consumer durables should follow best practices for grounding electrical devices to limit their interaction with electromagnetic and radio noise. This is because, while it may not be a problem in most cases, POS is better oriented towards commercial use, and not all consumer durables work optimally when there is industrial-level interference.  

Further, the IP65-certified POS terminal series is resistant to dust, moisture, and water splashes. The three factors commonly throw a spanner in operational stability, while their prolonged exposure reduces the device’s lifespan.  

Joining the Dots

These points, which we have discussed in the sections above, are responsible for the fan-free, compact POS hardware structure that lends a sleek look to the GT series POS terminals: 

  • Limited impact of dust, moisture, spills, and electromagnetic and radio wave interference 
  • Energy-efficient and minimal overheating OS and processors 

The slim body of the POS further creates a virtuous cycle by limiting the scope of dust, moisture, and water splashes, causing damage to the device’s integrity. 

How Dependable are the GT Series POS terminals in Terms of Security?

With TPM 2.0 support, the POS machine provides top-notch hardware security from malware and tampering. On the other hand, the robust Windows OS versions also offer great cybersecurity features.

Final Thoughts

OS, processors, security features, and the quality and safety standards of the Point-of-Sale (POS) terminals, such as those from the POSIFLEX GT Series, ensure the long-term viability and efficiency of the device. However, there are other factors associated with the GT series that make them further reliable for high-volume business scenarios, particularly those that struggle with space constraints. To get a more comprehensive view of the POS terminal in a demanding setup, read our blog: GT Series POS Build & Design: Why It’s Ideal for Heavy-Duty Usage, where we explore: 

  • The touch-sensitivity of the display and its impact on POS efficiency 
  • Compatibility with different peripherals 

Among other points, we will also tie these pointers back to the impact of the slim and sleek look of the hardware on the functionality of the billing terminals in different challenging operations. 

Meanwhile, if you are keen to hit the ground running with an efficiency-enhancing POS terminal, such as the POSIFLEX GT Series, contact us today, and one of our product experts will get in touch with you shortly! 

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