Rugged Tablet is ATEX Zone 2 and 22 explosion proof certified.
Press Release Summary:
Powered by 2.16 GHz Intel® Quad-core™ Bay Trail M N3530 CPU, 915 g T800-Ex carries MIL-STD-810G and IP65 certifications and can be used in petrochemical, pharmaceutical, oil, and gas industries for pipeline inspections and maintenance operations. LumiBond™ technology enhances readability, sharpness, and color display for 8.1 in., 1280 x 800 HD screen under bright light, and I/O ports and internet connections are wireless. Options include 1D/2D barcode readers and backup battery module.
Original Press Release:
Getac Announces Explosion Proof Tablets
Taking "Ruggedness" to Next Level
MELBOURNE, Australia -- Getac, a global manufacturer of rugged computers, is proud to announce the release of an explosion-proof tablet today. With its technological upgrades, the Getac T800 rugged tablet is ATEX Zone 2 and 22 explosion proof certified. The tablet can be used during petrochemical, pharmaceutical, oil, and gas industrial for pipeline inspections and maintenance operations. The new T800-Ex explosion-proof tablets also received the U.S. military MIL-STD-810G and IP65 certifications, and lead the industry in its waterproof, dustproof, explosion proof, and impact proof capabilities, making the tablets well-suited for tough work environments such as Australia and New Zealand. The tablets will be distributed exclusively by Synnex Australia Pty Ltd. in the Australia and New Zealand Regions.
"Getac hopes to create the most perfect and safest electronic equipment to ensure the protection of our users in potentially explosive environments. Among the world's top safety certifications, ATEX is a mandatory certification within the European Union. All explosion-proof equipment must be ATEX 94/9/EC certified before they can be sold. The Getac T800-Ex complies with ATEX Zone 2 and Zone 22 explosion-proof standards, and can be used in potentially explosive environments filled with flammable gas (Zone 2) or dust (Zone 22)," says Rowina Lee, Vice President of Getac.
The design of the T800-Ex is unique, offering excellent performance in its computing power, mobility, communications capabilities, and ruggedness. The tablet is equipped with the Intel® Quad-core(TM) Bay Trail M N3530 2.16GHz processor, an 8.1-inch 1280X800 HD screen, and weighs about 915 grams; its slim design makes it easy to carry. The proprietary LumiBond(TM) technology enhances the screen's readability, sharpness, and color display under bright light, delivering the perfect viewing experience.
In addition, to increase operator safety when using the T800-Ex in the presence of flammable gas and combustible dust, unplugging or plugging in devices should be avoided to prevent generating sparks. The T800-Ex's I/O ports and internet connections are wireless. The built-in 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.0 network cards are equipped with the exclusive 3D antenna technology that strengthens signal reception. Users can also enjoy high-speed communication and rapid data transfer through its 4G LTE support.
To meet the professional requirements of today's mobile users, the T800-Ex offers optional 1D/2D barcode readers, as well as the SnapBack backup battery module which can extend the total battery hour life to 16 hours. Users can choose Microsoft Windows 7 or Window 8 as the main operating system. The T800-Ex provides the most trusted and reliable performance for always on the go professionals.
The new T800-Ex explosive protection rugged tablet will be available for sale in Australia and New Zealand with an RRP starting at AU$3,570. If you are interested in our products or you would like to become an authorized Getac Partner, or require detailed information please visit: http://www.getac.com.au or contact your Synnex Account Manager on 1300 100 104.
About Getac
Getac is a key subsidiary of MiTAC-Synnex Business Group (2014 consolidated revenue $29.4 billion USD). Getac was established in 1989 as a joint venture with GE Aerospace to supply defense electronic products. Today, Getac's business includes rugged notebooks, rugged tablets, rugged handheld and mobile video system devices for military, police, fire, utility, insurance and field-service customers. For more information, visit http://www.getac.com.au
Media Contact:
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