NEXCOM Debuts at NRA Show 2026 to Showcase Smart Retails and Foodservice Solutions Integrating Edge Computing and AI Odor-sensing Technology

From May 16-19, NEXCOM will participate in the National Restaurant Association Show 2026 (NRA Show), held at McCormick Place in Chicago, where it will present smart application solutions for the restaurant and foodservice industry. By integrating edge computing and odor-sensing technology, NEXCOM aims to help foodservice operators enhance food safety, operational efficiency, and customer experience.

As a globally recognized benchmark exhibition for commercial technologies and foodservice applications, the National Restaurant Association Show (NRA Show 2026) brings together the latest technology trends and industry solutions, providing advanced industrial solutions that span the entire value chain, from product development and supply chains to frontline operators. Making its debut at the event, NEXCOM will showcase its comprehensive end-to-end commercial solutions. By integrating edge computing, IoT connectivity, and a diverse range of peripheral devices, NEXCOM aims to empower the retail and foodservice industries in their journey toward business automation and digital transformation. These innovations are specifically designed to address critical industry challenges, including labor shortages, food safety, and the complexities of cross-regional, multi-site operational management.

Three Core Technologies to Build a Smart Foodservice Operations Platform

Under the main theme “Real-Time On-Site Computing × Stable Human-Machine Interaction × Intelligent Sensing,” NEXCOM presents a smart Retail & Food Service architecture designed for flexible deployment across both front-of-house and back-of-house environments, leveraging three core products and technologies.

• Edge Computing Systems: Perform real-time data processing and analysis directly at restaurants and central kitchens, reducing latency and ensuring continuous operation even during network disruptions.
• Industrial Touchscreen Computers: Designed with high-temperature resistance, waterproof and dustproof protection, and easy-to-clean surfaces, making them ideal for kitchens, counters, and self-service ordering areas with heavy usage.
• AI Nose Odor-Sensing Technology: Utilizing real-time odor data to detect ingredient anomalies, environmental odors, or potential risks, transforming “invisible issues” into manageable data.

Smart Kitchen and Back-of-House Management: Ensuring Operational Safety and Food Quality Monitoring

NEXCOM’s SPPC 16-10N150 is a Touch Panel PC designed for high-temperature, grease-intensive, and fast-paced back of house kitchen environments. Combined with the Neu-X1045-N150 edge computing system, it integrates order systems, equipment status, and sensor data, while providing intuitive operation and real-time visualization.

The “AI Nose” odor-sensing technology can detect excessive oil fumes, gas leaks, or other abnormal odors, helping kitchen staff identify risks early to improve operational safety and stability. With the edge computing platform deployed in refrigerated, frozen, and food preparation areas, it monitors odor changes 24/7 and identifies early signs of potential food spoilage. Through on-site computing and real-time alert mechanisms, managers can take immediate action, shifting from passive response to proactive prevention and reducing the risk of food safety incidents impacting brand reputation.

Smart Stores and Elevating Customer Experience with Edge Computing and Intelligent Sensing

Targeted at the front-of-house retail environments, NEXCOM’s XPPC 24-10N97A is a touch panel PC designed for self-service ordering, counter operations, and operational monitoring. It is built to support long hours and high-frequency usage. Furthermore, it pairs with the Duro Edge Computer - NDiS B363 to handle real-time order processing and system integration at the store level, ensuring uninterrupted operations.

Additionally, with the AI Nose odor-sensing technology applied, it helps managers to monitor odors in dining areas, restrooms, and waste collection zones as part of service quality management to optimize the overall customer dining experience.

Driving the Future of Smart Foodservice with Edge Computing

The foodservice industry is rapidly moving toward smart, data-driven operations. The solutions showcased by NEXCOM at NRA Show 2026 are designed to address the industry’s real-world demands for real-time performance, stability, and safety. By combining robust hardware platforms with intelligent sensing technologies, NEXCOM aims to help foodservice operators build safer, more efficient, and highly scalable smart operational environments.

National Restaurant Association Show 2026 (NRA Show 2026)
Date: May 16–19, 2026
Venue: McCormick Place North Building (2301 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago)
Booth: 8515