March 2020

ARBOR solutions for epidemic spread prevention
ARBOR's website now contains a section on Epidemic Prevention, highlighting technology that can help the fight against infection. ARBOR shows portable temperature screening stations, compact temperature screening solutions, continuous temperature monitoring, handheld temperature screening and more, all taking advantage of sensor technologies, infrared, edge computing, IoT, cloud solutions, etc. [See ARBOR Epidemic Prevention Solutions] -- Posted Monday, March 30, 2020

Saddle Creek Logistics Services modernizes warehouse operations with Zebra Technologies
Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), an innovator at the edge of the enterprise with solutions and partners that enable businesses to gain a performance edge, today announced that Saddle Creek Logistics Services, an omnichannel supply chain solutions and third-party logistics provider, selected Zebra barcode scanning, mobile computing and barcode printing solutions to enhance worker productivity and increase customer satisfaction. [See Zebra media release and video case study] -- Posted Monday, March 30, 2020

Winmate's stainless multi-touch panels improve user experience on food processing equipment
One of the world’s leading providers of industrial automation equipment needed a water resistant multi-touch panel with physical front buttons for their equipment, which is used in processing facilities for preparation of bottles beverages. In close cooperation with the customer Winmate developed a specific multi-touch control panels with push-button extension of the required quality to enable the application-specific arrangement of electromechanical buttons, switches, signal lamps, additional membrane keys and a hand wheel directly on the operating unit. [See Winmate's stainless multi-touch panels improve user experience on food processing equipment] -- Posted Thursday, March 26, 2020

First look: RuggON's speedy new VIKING MT7030 Android 9-based compact mobile data terminal
RuggON today announced the VIKING MT7030 as a durable, powerful all-in-one vehicle terminal for fleet management, asset management, and Electronic Logging (ELD) applications. It's a rugged, super-compact 7-inch mobile data terminal that combines state-of-the-art Android software and underlying octa-core Snapdragon 660 hardware with the kind of comprehensive wired and wireless connectivity (including both legacy and USB-C) required in vehicular applications. [See description, analysis and specs of the RuggON VIKING MT7030] -- Posted Wednesday, March 25, 2020

Cleaning and Sanitizing TOUGHBOOK computers & tablets
In order to keep essential tools and equipment working and in top condition, professionals know it's common sense to perform regular maintenance and cleaning. In a timely move, Panasonic published a brochure on the cleaning and sanitizing of Panasonic TOUGHBOOK computers and tablets. [See Cleaning and Sanitizing TOUGHBOOK computers & tablets] -- Posted Friday, March 20, 2020

Winmate unveils IBDRW100-P and IBDRW100-EX-P DIN Rail Box PCs
Winmate adds the IBDRW100-P and IBDRW100-EX-P DIN Rail Box PCs to its IBDRW series. Built to serve as industrial automation system controllers, intelligent gateways for data-intensive IIoT scenarios or other control cabinet applications, the new models feature power-efficient, yet industrial-grade performance in a slim, compact enclosure with DIN rail mounting support and -20°C to +60°C wide operating temperature range. For hazardous locations the IBDRW100-EX-P is ATEX & C1D2 certified for use in harsh areas where ignitable concentrations of flammable gases or liquids might exist. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Thursday, March 19, 2020

Getac launches #SheShowsTheWay campaign as a platform for everybody to share their female role models
Getac celebrated the recent International Women's Day (March 8) with a special "Show Us Your Heroes!" feature. Getac, acknowledging that a lack of role models discourages and limits the entrance of female professionals into critical fields such as IT, law or engineering, created the #SheShowsTheWay campaign, highlighting some of their own female leaders and professionals. Getac noted that the #SheShowsTheWay campaign will continue as a platform for everybody to share their female role models. To participate, send an email to Getac-eMKTG-Global@getac.com or post on social media with the hashtag #SheShowsTheWay and share your story! [See SHOW US YOUR HEROES!] -- Posted Wednesday, March 18, 2020

DT Research: Four benefits and features of medical cart tablets
Technology plays an important role in the healthcare industry. Technological advances have opened the door to many opportunities for medical research, disease treatment, and patient care. A timely new blog entry by DT Research explains four of the primary benefits of state-of-the-art medical cart tablet computers. [Read Four benefits and features of medical cart tablets] -- Posted Wednesday, March 18, 2020

New Getac ZX70 G2 tablet brings powerful mobile performance to utilities, manufacturing and transport & logistics professionals
Getac has today announced the launch of the ZX70 G2, a fully rugged, highly portable tablet that's purpose built to boost productivity and decrease downtime for mobile field professionals in the utilities, manufacturing and transport & logistics (T&L) sectors. The ZX70 G2 builds on the proven track record of Getac's popular ZX70 tablet, bringing fully rugged design, next generation connectivity and powerful computing performance together in a lightweight and compact design. The result is a mobile device that's both highly reliable, and easy to operate over long periods, in environments ranging from the factory/warehouse floor to remote outdoor facilities and assets. [See Getac media release] -- Posted Tuesday, March 17, 2020

Juniper Mesa 3 rugged tablet is now hazardous location certified
Juniper Systems' newest rugged tablet, the Mesa 3, is now a hazardous location (Hazloc) certified tablet. This certification allows for Mesa 3 Hazloc devices to be used safely in Class I, II, and III, Division 2 environments where explosive gases, liquids, vapors, dust, or fibers may be present. In areas like these, a rugged device with the right certification is a must. Built for the most extreme of work environments, Mesa 3 Hazloc devices are now available to purchase running Windows 10. Stay tuned for updated information about Hazloc certification for the Mesa 3 running on Android. [See Juniper Systems blog/media release] -- Posted Monday, March 16, 2020

Toshiba spotlights new rugged portable printer at MODEX 2020
Toshiba America Business Solutions unveiled its new rugged, lightweight and portable barcode printer at MODEX 2020, March 9-12, booth 7324, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. Toshiba's high-speed (up to six inches per second) FP2 printer delivers best-in-class performance, producing two-inch receipts, tickets and labels for supply chain, logistics, material handling and retail applications. [See Toshiba news release] -- Posted Thursday, March 12, 2020

Winmate redefines what's possible with a vehicle-mounted computer
Winmate refreshes its iconic Vehicle Mounted Computer FM10Q with the high performance Qualcomm© Snapdragon™ 660 Octa-core, 2.2GHz processor, showcasing industrial-grade computing capability, enterprise mobility and true ruggedness in a VMC form factor. The FM10Q Vehicle Mounted Computer is engineered to fit seamlessly into forklifts, trucks and other warehouse or heavy-duty vehicles, helping minimize errors, streamline operation, and improve efficiency. [See Winmate blog/media release] -- Posted Thursday, March 12, 2020

JLT Mobile Computers adds ultra-compact vehicle-mount terminal for logistic applications to its offering
JLT Mobile Computers, a leading supplier of reliable computers for demanding environments, announces the launch of an addition to its line of vehicle-mount computers for logistic applications. The new JLT1014P provides customers in warehousing, transportation and other demanding application environments with a cost-effective rugged fixed-mount computer that is perfect for installation in small forklift cabins, trollies or other vehicles where space is at a premium. [See JLT Mobile media release] -- Posted Monday, March 9, 2020

Winmate and JLT form partnership to address industrial-grade enterprise mobility market in the United States
Winmate, a leading rugged computing and embedded solutions provider announces it has entered a distribution agreement with JLT Mobile Computers, a top developer and manufacturer of reliable computers for demanding environments, that will see Winmate's mobility product portfolio of Rugged Mobile Computers, Rugged Tablets, and Vehicle-Mounted Computers be distributed by JLT in the United States. [See Winmate media release] -- Posted Thursday, March 5, 2020

Handheld introduces the Nautiz x41, a rugged enterprise tool for increased efficiency
Handheld Group, a leading manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, today announced the new NAUTIZ X41, a rugged Android device built for mobile workers in logistics, warehousing, utilities, field service, public transportation, security and public safety. With its extreme ruggedness, 1D/2D scanner and a physical keypad, the Nautiz X41 enables efficient and reliable data collection in the toughest of work environments. [See Handheld Group media release] -- Posted Wednesday, March 4, 2020

First look: The Handheld Group's thoroughly modern Android keypad Nautiz X41
There are great designs that, through no fault of their own, are replaced by something new and different. Sometimes such replacement leaves a void, as well as lost convenience and productivity. The flip phone was such an example. Likewise, most rugged handheld computers are touch-only these days, even though keypads can be very useful. Which is why the Handheld Group created their new, state-of-the-art rugged Android Nautiz X41 WITH a keypad. [See description, analysis and specs of the Handheld Nautiz X41] -- Posted Wednesday, March 4, 2020

Getac Video Solutions rolls out body-worn camera program with Jackson Police Department
Getac Video Solutions today announced it has completed the roll out of a body-worn camera (BWC) program for the Jackson Police Department (JPD) in Jackson, Miss. All JPD officers are now outfitted with a camera, furthering the city and police department's efforts to foster transparency, and continue building effective relationships between officers and residents. The technology also sets the stage for broader smart city applications that will enhance visibility and awareness, and allow the city to pinpoint needs and direct resources to improve the quality of community and work life. [See Getac Video Solutions media release] -- Posted Wednesday, March 4, 2020

Full review: Teguar TM-4433-10 compact, versatile industrial-grade medical PC
Computers used in medical settings inhabit a special niche somewhere in between consumer/enterprise and industrial-grade panels or embedded systems. Medical-grade PCs must use special anti-microbic materials, must be easy to clean and disinfect, must have generous I/O, must be easy to mount just about anywhere, and must comply with all sorts of medical certifications. We took a detailed look at Teguar's compact 10-inch TM-4433-10 Healthcare PC and found it well designed, very well made, and exceptionally versatile for all sorts of medical/clinical deployments. [See full review of the Teguar TM-4433-10 medical PC] -- Posted Tuesday, March 3, 2020

JLT Mobile Computers joins Ivanti Supply Chain Partner Program to improve worker productivity
JLT Mobile Computers, a leading supplier of reliable computers for demanding environments, today announced the company has joined the Ivanti Supply Chain Partner Program. Moving forward, JLT customers will have access to supply chain efficiency improvements and worker productivity enhancements available through a variety of Ivanti's enterprise mobility solutions. [See JLT Mobile news release] -- Posted Tuesday, March 3, 2020