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Ruggedized Tablets & Notebooks

Perfect for field applications where processing power, low weight, and maximum portability are crucial. Designed to operate reliably in extreme environments, with maximum protection against physical damage, dust, water, and temperature extremes — on Linux, Windows, or Android.

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Why a Rugged Device?

Built to survive where consumer hardware fails.

Rugged mobile devices offer a durable, flexible solution that survives non-controlled settings for frontline workers — available with Linux, Windows, or Android as the primary operating system.

IP68 Water & Dust Resistant

IP67/IP68-rated sealed housings and ports keep dust and moisture out entirely.

±° Temperature Tolerant

Rated operation from −20°C to +60°C (−4°F to 140°F) — hot fieldwork or cold storage, either way.

Shock & Drop Proof

Reinforced frames and shock-mounted internal components survive drops that would crack consumer hardware.

PWR Hot-Swap Batteries

Extended and removable batteries — swap power mid-shift without powering down.

Reinforced Ports

Sealed, reinforced connectors and ports hold up to repeated field use.

TCH Glove & Wet-Touch Support

Touchscreens that respond reliably to gloved hands or wet fingers.

SUN Sunlight Readable

High-brightness displays stay legible in direct outdoor sunlight.

OS Linux, Windows, or Android

Choose the OS that fits your fleet and workflow — we recommend Linux, and explain why below.

Why Linux?
Rugged Tablets

Maximum portability, zero compromise.

Perfect for field applications where processing power, low weight, and maximum portability are crucial — with military-grade durability behind the glass.

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Military-Grade Durability

Most fully rugged tablets comply with MIL-STD-810G or 810H — covering vibration, drops, shocks, and temperature extremes.

Industrial-Grade Components

Reinforced frames, shock-mounted internal components, and long lifecycle support built in from the start.

PWR 10,000 mAh Battery

High-capacity, removable battery keeps a full shift running — swap it and keep moving.

Optional Accessories

Handling

Hand strapBack strapShoulder strapCarry handle

Modules

2D scannerNFCExtra batteryStylus

Charging

Charging dockQuad battery chargerVehicle dock

Mounting

Panel mountVESA ball headAluminum armVehicle dock
Rugged Notebooks

Not a reinforced consumer laptop — a purpose-built tool.

A professional computing device engineered to operate reliably in harsh, unpredictable, mission-critical environments — keeping you productive when conventional notebooks fail.

12.2" Rugged Tablet PC

Detachable, tablet-first form factor for field teams who need a keyboard on demand, not by default.

14.0" Rugged Notebook

The balance point — full keyboard and screen real estate without giving up portability.

15.6" Rugged Notebook

Maximum screen and processing headroom for demanding field workstations.

Key Features

  • IP65+ environmental protection, sealed ports and connectors
  • Reinforced magnesium-alloy chassis, rubberized corners, shock-absorbing internals
  • Intel Core processors, expandable RAM and storage
  • Legacy ports — RS232, LAN, VGA — alongside a sunlight-readable display
  • Long lifecycle support — often 5–7 years of availability and spare parts

Total Cost of Ownership

Rugged notebooks cost more up front — and save money over time. Consumer notebooks break faster in tough conditions, driving repair costs and early replacement. A chassis built to take drops, dust, and water simply needs fewer fixes.

Use & Solution Examples

Built for the field, proven by industry.

Based on our deep understanding of these industry problems, we provide targeted solutions built on innovation, efficiency, and reliability.

UTIL Public Utilities

Automatic meter reading, power equipment inspection, and asset inventory — solved together, in the field.

SVY Mobile Surveying & Construction

Outdoor mapping, base station management, power inspection, engineering construction, and ticket management in one integrated solution.

MFG Intelligent Manufacturing

Data collection, route planning, work-status supervision, and safety inspections — one-handed operation with a stylus.

WMS Warehouse Management

Inbound, outbound, transit sorting, and inventory management — fewer costs and fewer handling errors.

PD Public Safety

In-vehicle mobile terminals, e-citation and incident reporting, field evidence collection, and identity verification for law enforcement.

MED Medical

Real-time monitoring, remote diagnosis, shared data among institutions, and cloud management from a medical-grade tablet.

TRK Transportation

Reliable mobile connectivity — remote video, dedicated GPS, and 4G LTE/5G real-time data — to improve fleet and logistics management.

Customizations

Meet your personalized requirements.

Standards are a solid foundation — but tools need to meet your requirements and streamline your process. Customization gets you there.

SW Software

Startup automation, software preloading, and other configurations to fully support your application requirements — on Windows or Android.

HW Hardware

Choose your processor, memory, storage, and display — and integrate modules like Wi-Fi, NFC, RFID, fingerprint sensors, and ID card readers.

IO Interfaces

Serial, aviation-grade, PCI, and BNC interfaces — customized to connect the specialized equipment your application depends on.

® Brand

Exterior and boot logos, packaging, and user manuals — strengthen your brand identity and market presence.

Structure

Custom enclosures built to your appearance, dimension, and manufacturing spec — with mold design and production tracking.

Operating System

Why we recommend Linux.

Our devices run Linux, Windows, or Android — but for most rugged deployments, we recommend Linux. Open-source distributions are free to license, and offer stronger security, deeper customization, and more stability than proprietary systems.

Free & open-sourceStronger securityHighly customizableLightweight & efficientMinimal telemetryHuge community support
Linux Advantages
  • Cost. Open-source software is free to use and download.
  • Stability. Rare slow-downs and crashes under sustained field use.
  • Security. Less vulnerable to mainstream viruses and malware.
  • Performance. Lightweight and efficient — runs numerous processes concurrently without slowdown.

Deploying hardware to the field?

Call (832) 467-0000 or email us for a quote on rugged tablets, notebooks, and custom configurations.

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