Utilities
Construction, Management, Fleet
Rugged equipment that keeps you in touch.
Satellite Communications
Phones for when there is no cell coverage
Many brands and specifications. Customize your needs to get the perfect and make sure it will last.
Rugged Computers
Tough, portable, and extremely dependable
Many brands and specifications. Customize your needs to get the perfect and make sure it will last.
MSATe G2 Land Mobile Kit
Mobile Printers
Mounts
When an emergency hits and there is no power and cellular coverage, you will need some type of satellite equipment to communicate and stay connected. We provide utility companies with a range of products, from satellite phones, data terminals, push-to-talk over satellite and VSAT systems. The products offer reliable calling, text messaging, SOS, GPS and more. We want to make sure operations are clear and effective. During normal operations, we also not only supply satellite products for backup systems, but rugged laptop, tablets, GPS tracking and mobile routers.
Rugged Utility and other blog posts that are of interest
Red Cross Training Prepares Responders for International Disasters
Victor Nguala and Julie Bradley, members of the Red Cross international disaster response team, train with emergency communications equipment. This training, which replicates field experiences during an international deployment, focuses on information technology. This group of emergency responders is often the first to arrive in the wake of a major disaster. Team members have highly-technical skills and work with specialized equipment. July 28, 2022 “Information technology and communication are so important in the wake of a disaster,” said Rick Steeves. As a member of a Red Cross international crisis response team, Steeves and his colleagues are often on the […]
Why You Need To Include Satellite Communications In Your Emergency Plan
Wayne Rash is a technology and science writer based in Washington. The California wildfires have created a series of catastrophes for businesses that reach far beyond the physical destruction of the fires themselves. In northern California, a series of long-term planned outages is leaving PG&E customers in the dark as the utility tries to avoid starting any new fires by shutting down the power grid. While these outages may preserve areas where fires have not started, the damage to businesses in these areas is still significant. Some of that damage comes from direct losses, such as merchandise spoiled by […]
Persevering in hard places
MAF CONTINUES TO SERVE IN HAITI AMIDST PROLONGED UPHEAVAL By Natalie Holsten Just over a week after a devastating 7.2 magnitude earthquake rocked southwestern Haiti, MAF pilot Eric Fagerland landed in the town of Jérémie with a load of relief supplies. As Eric prepared to unload the plane, Mark Stockeland of Haiti Bible Mission grabbed him by the shoulder and pointed to a group of injured people waiting nearby. Mark, a frequent user and close friend of MAF, was coordinating relief efforts in the area. “They’ve been lying there for hours,” said Mark. “They just don’t have a way to […]
The Role of Mobile Printers Grows in Local Government and Public Safety
Many agencies require portable and rugged printing solutions for employees on location. by Raul Palacios, director of product management for Brother Mobile Solutions. In just a few years, the global mobile printer market has grown exponentially, from $290 million in 2014 to $2.89 billion in 2020, according to Emergen Research. This growth underscores the increasingly important role printer mobility and portability are playing across industries, including public services. Mobile printers — paired with flexible, simultaneous Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity — are frequently used in local government, particularly in public safety, law enforcement and voting. The demand for print-as-you-go functionality in a rugged, […]
Mobile Routers for Law Enforcement
In today’s digital world, uninterrupted communication is essential – and even more so within the public safety community. When it comes to first response, every situation has the potential to be critical. To this end, manufacturers have developed Mobile Routers for Law Enforcement. These devices are small, rugged, and ready to be connected to essentially any communications network, leaving the lines of communication open all the time, even when public communication systems are failing. Why does my agency need an in-vehicle gateway or router? Unless you work in an IT-related field, you probably don’t even think twice about your internet connection. In fact, […]
6 Reasons to Use Rugged Devices for Ambulance Services
Rugged devices for ambulance services can improve the time and efficiency of their goals. In a world dominated by digital transformation, it’s no surprise to see digital solutions replacing pen-and-paper workflows. This can be applied throughout various industries from manufacturing to healthcare. Emergency medical services (EMS) is an area that can benefit enormously from the introduction of digital solutions. The use of rugged devices can speed up workflows and save precious, lifesaving minutes and seconds. Paramedics have traditionally relied on handwritten notes and records, and voice-based communication via two-way radios. With digital transformation, users can streamline these processes, put more […]
Affordable Satellite Phones: We Test the Best
Satellite phones allow people in remote locations to make phone calls from pretty much anywhere in the world. We dug in to find the best satellite phone and plan for off-grid adventures around the globe. Satellite text messengers are popular tools for backcountry communications. Created as an affordable alternative to satellite phones, the price gap between satellite text and voice services continues to narrow. Monthly voice plans now start as low as $65 — with a free phone. Why text when you can make a voice call? For abbreviated exchanges, a quick SMS message usually works perfectly. For conversations demanding a […]