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.
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RUGGEDvs.NON-RUGGED
Why Getac? With over 30 years of experience, Getac is a recognized as a leader in global rugged device manufacturing. Since, 1989 Getac has been an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and consistently leads the industry in innovation, technology, and design of rugged laptops and tablets. Getac’s primary goal is to offer a solution that streamlines productivity and withstands the rigors of the environment. Getac’s best-in-class products and services along with our dedication to an awesome customer experience make Getac the highest ranked in customer satisfaction in the rugged computing market. Most portable devices are not designed for work outside the […]
The Impossible Route
THE IMPOSSIBLE ROUTE Everyone has their own impossible route. It might be climbing a volcano or finishing a single mile. The impossible route documentary series is about capturing the story and the adventure of cyclists trying to accomplish what might be considered impossible. This endeavor is not about racing; it’s about finding adventure, pushing the limit, and then going beyond what is thought to be possible. The first impossible route expedition took place on Mauna Kea in 2020. The adventure has continued ever since, with two seasons of expeditions filmed and plans for season 3. The vision is to grow this inspiration into […]
GETAC V110 Review
GETAC V110 Second generation of Getac’s thinner, lighter rugged convertible now with with Intel 5th generation Core processors, better cameras, better display, glove-capable multi-touch. By Conrad H. Blickenstorfer, photography by Carol Cotton) Getac’s second generation V110 is a remarkably thin and light rugged convertible notebook computer that’s been upgraded with Intel “Broadwell” 5th generation Core processors and a variety of functional and technology improvements. Already featuring a spacious 11.6-inch display, multi-touch, dual input, fast 802.11ac WiFi and 4G LTE mobile broadband, the second gen upgrades will provide even greater appeal for those customers who need the comprehensive features of […]
Groundbreaking AI wildlife camera developed to improve conservation
4 January 2023 Tim van Deursen from Hack The Planet installing an AI-enabled camera trap in Lopé National Park Gabon. Image by Floris Tils. A new project, jointly led by the University of Stirling and Dutch tech for good start-up Hack the Planet, has for the first time developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered wildlife camera that could hugely benefit conservation by identifying real-time animal-human conflict. The technology, which can detect different animal species and humans in real time, has the potential to discover conflicts between people and wildlife, as well as illegal activities in protected areas, and provide live […]
What is a GPS Laptop?
Michael Ingram Last Modified Date: May 12, 2023 A GPS laptop is a portable computer configured with a global positioning system (GPS) device and mapping software, allowing the user to track his or her position anywhere on the earth. While some laptop computers, or notebooks, are now available with built-in GPS devices, the most common way to configure a laptop to use GPS technology is by purchasing an external device. This external device usually connects to the computer through a USB port or by taking advantage of Bluetooth® wireless technology. GPS laptops are most commonly used by boaters and motorists, particularly RV drivers or […]
Case Study – Greenville, SC Sheriff Office
Case Study Greenville County, SC: Sheriff’s Office The Greenville Sheriff’s department worked with Joe Schmauch of Greenville Media, a helicopter pilot himself, to find a better way to broadcast the video into the field than the off-the-shelf microwave systems. Schmauch brought in Mark Robison of VITEC to improve the broadcast stream, video compression and error correction. They were getting this amazing video from the drone and the SpeedFusion set-up gave them a way to distribute it in real time.” – Joe Schmauch, Greenville Media Challenges More than 600 municipal law enforcement agencies have helicopters for aerial surveillance and observation, but […]
Missionaries make grueling trip
Monday was a long day hiking the jungles and riding the rivers for missionaries Scott Flaugher and Jareb McClain. As Scott and Jareb made their way down the fourth river of the day, the sun slowly disappeared. They pulled out their satellite phone to let Natasha, Scott’s wife, know how the trip was going. After getting off the river, they still had a two-hour night hike before they could rest. So far, the trip is going well. Scott and Jareb are hiking through the heart of Elseng territory. They are learning more about the Elseng people to help them decide where […]