Exploring rugged android tablets
Rugged Android™ tablets are IT devices specifically designed for harsh environments. JLT’s rugged tablets are slim and thin, allowing workers to carry the device wherever they please. Unlike Vehicle Mount Terminals (VMTs), these rugged tablets don’t need a constant power supply. We at JLT have been developing and designing rugged machinery for multiple decades. Besides rugged tablets, JLT also offers rugged accessories and software for industries such as logistics and transportation. JLT Mobile’s rugged tablets offer a variety of benefits, besides being near indestructible, they’re also incredibly light, weighing in at about 1kg each.
Our rugged tablets are typically equipped with either Windows™ or Android™ operating systems. These operating systems are widely in use around the world, and most of our customers prefer these two.
Discover how JLT’s rugged Android tablets can be useful for you and your company
JLT’s rugged tablets have a slim and compact design, perfect for tasks that require mobility. The screens are adjustable in brightness, great for both indoor and outdoor work tasks.
JLT’s rugged tablets run on Windows or Android operating systems. The rugged android tablets are extremely flexible as it’s an open source platform, meaning independent developers can customize the operating system to tailor to customer specific needs. Being able to customize the OS (operating system) has been widely adopted by several industries, for example in retail where customized Android tablets have been tailored to meet specific point of service needs such as customer data collection, sales and order tracking, inventory management and more.
The strength of rugged Windows tablets lies in being able to meet professional software requirements, as Windows is chosen more often than not for corporate or industrial environments. Many organizations use specialized software made specifically for Windows, and this software is designed for Windows so that the software can continuously be kept up to date. A lot of times rugged Windows tablets are able to seamlessly integrate into existing infrastructure so that IT processes are as efficient as possible. We have two rugged Windows tablet models, the MT2010K and the MT2010P. Click here if you’d like to read more about our Windows tablets.
The applications and use cases of rugged Android tablets
As we’ve already established, rugged tablets are great for durability and longevity reasons. Rugged Android tablets are great because not only are they able to withstand challenging environments, a tablet running on Android allows for it to have key features other rugged tablets might not have.
The tablet running on the Android operating system allows you to use the extensive ecosystem apps available on Google Play Store, including a wide range of applications focusing on communication, productivity and specialized industry specific apps. Not to forget the Android operating system is designed to have a great-touch based interface, optimized for smaller devices such as tablets. Android tablets are commonly used in industries where flexibility, mobility, and access to cloud-based services are of utmost importance. Taking these points into consideration, it seems evident these rugged tablets are a perfect fit for most warehouses.
Choosing the rugged Android tablet that’s right for you
Besides having great tech, JLT doesn’t pick and prioritize between their products and services. We believe it’s important to have a harmonious balance, we don’t compromise on our products or service, but rather focus on providing the best of both worlds. Having been in this industry for more than 30 years, we have extensive experience in rugged devices. We started out in the forestry industry and quickly branched out to other industries such as warehousing, transportation, logistics and more. Soaking in all the knowledge we’ve acquired over the past decades has allowed us to become one of the leading companies in our field.
n summary, choosing the right rugged tablet can be a tough decision. It’s important you look at the device from different perspectives before you make a decision. Is the tablet a rugged device that has the features and benefit you’re looking for? What kind of specifications does it have? Will it be able to handle your workload? And more importantly, what kind of operating system does it run on? What difference does that make?
JLT’s rugged Android tablets are great if you want to take advantage of key features the Windows operating system does not have. Examples of some of these features include the applications available on the Google Play Store, the user-friendly touch centric screen, or for other reasons such as seamless integration with Google services or cloud-based applications. Interested in elevating the efficiency and productivity in your warehouse(s)? Or questions about a specific operating system? Get in contact with us now!
Customer quotes and expert reviews
The rugged computers from JLT are reliable, with great network connectivity and they don’t need constant rebooting. They never break down. I’ve never sent one in for repair in the four years we’ve had them.
Our relationship with JLT started in 2003 and their products have been up and running with an almost non-existent failure rate ever since then. The latest addition JLT6012 computers fit right in; they’re built to last and fully recyclable.
Klas Lundåsen
IT Technician
SSAB Common IT Service
We have used forklift computers from JLT since 2011 and the results and customer service have exceeded expectations. JLT has been extremely helpful in Swire Coca-Cola’s continued growth, which has required improving our inventory system in our warehouse operations.
Us in the IT department as well as our drivers love the JLT6012 rugged computers from JLT. We look forward to continuing working with the dedicated team at JLT Mobile Computers.
Trey Kinkennon
IT Specialist
Rusken Packaging, Inc.
