Forlinx Embedded is proud to announce its membership in SGET, a globally recognized organization dedicated to the development and promotion of open standards for embedded computing technologies.

As a long-term provider of industrial-grade System on Modules (SoMs) and Single Board Computers (SBCs), Forlinx has always believed that standardization is the foundation of scalability, interoperability, and long-term product value. Joining SGET marks another important step in our mission to deliver reliable, future-ready embedded solutions for industrial automation, transportation, medical devices, and IoT applications.

What is SGET?

The Standardization Group for Embedded Technolgies or in short SGET is an international not-for-profit association of companies and organizations that collaboratively develop independent specifications for embedded computer technology.

Founded in 2012, SGET is a registered technical, scientific and educational association organised under German law with its registered office in Gauting, close to Munich. The main purpose of SGET is to provide a platform to define and market open industry standards for embedded technologies.

Why Forlinx Joined SGET

At Forlinx, we do not simply manufacture hardware, we design platforms built for long lifecycle deployment, engineering flexibility, and ecosystem compatibility.

Joining SGET aligns perfectly with our long-term strategy for three key reasons:

1. Commitment to Open Standards

Customers increasingly demand vendor-independent solutions that reduce redesign costs and protect long-term investments. By joining SGET, Forlinx reinforces our commitment to delivering products based on internationally recognized open standards rather than proprietary architectures.

This ensures our customers benefit from easier migration paths, multi-vendor ecosystem compatibility, and lower total cost of ownership.

2. Driving Industrial Innovation

As edge AI, machine vision, and industrial IoT continue to accelerate, embedded systems require stronger standardization to support faster deployment and simplified system design.

SGET provides a collaborative platform where industry leaders shape the future of embedded standards. As a member, Forlinx can contribute directly to the evolution of next-generation embedded architectures.

3. Strengthening Global Customer Trust

As an NXP Gold Partner and a trusted provider of industrial embedded platforms across Europe and global markets, participation in SGET demonstrates Forlinx’s technical credibility and long-term commitment to high-quality engineering standards. This is not only a membership, it is also a signal of trust, reliability, and engineering responsibility.

Products Aligned with the SMARC Standard

One of SGET’s flagship standards is SMARC (Smart Mobility ARChitecture), a highly popular small form factor Computer-on-Module specification designed for low-power, high-performance embedded applications.

SMARC defines standardized module dimensions, pinouts, and carrier board interfaces, enabling developers to achieve faster time-to-market, easier scalability, and long-term upgradeability. The standard supports modules typically under 6W power consumption and offers two module sizes: 82mm x 50mm and 82mm x 80mm, using a 314-pin MXM edge connector.

Forlinx’s membership in SGET is backed by specific modules aligned with the SMARC ecosystem. Our flagship NXP i.MX 8M Plus SMARC platform includes both a high-performance SoM and a ready-to-deploy development SBC:

FET-MX8MPx-SMARC System on Module

FET-MX8MPx-SMARC System on Module is built on the NXP i.MX 8M Plus processor and fully complies with the SMARC 2.1 specification.

Key highlights include:

• [email protected] + Cortex-M7@800 MHz
• 2.3 TOPS NPU & Dual Image Signal Processor for machine learning and vision applications
• Dual-band 2.4/5 GHz 2×2 Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) + Bluetooth 5.3
• Industrial temperature range from -40°C to +85°C
• 82mm × 50mm standard SMARC form factor
• 314-pin MXM3 edge connector
• Preloaded Linux 6.1.36 LTS software stack with BSP, drivers, and sample code

It is designed for smart cities, industrial IoT, intelligent transportation, and smart healthcare applications.

OK-MX8MPx-SMARC Single Board Computer

OK-MX8MPx-SMARC Single Board Computer is the companion development platform built around the same SMARC architecture.

It allows engineers to accelerate evaluation, prototyping, and deployment while maintaining full compatibility with the standardized module architecture. It provides a practical bridge from development to mass production for industrial-grade applications.

As embedded systems move toward higher integration, AI acceleration, and longer lifecycle requirements, standardization becomes critical. By aligning with SGET, Forlinx ensures its platforms remain interoperable, scalable, and ready for long-term industrial deployment.

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