Rugged all-rounders for mobile data acquisition

The term "mobile computing" describes the use of mobile technology for processing data and for communication between systems or digital infrastructures. Thus, by means of a mobile terminal device, data can be captured and transmitted in the form of text, audio, images or videos without being physically connected to power sources or the receiving device. The definition of mobile computing includes both pure hardware and software and the associated mobile communication.

• Mobility and flexibility
• Multi-functionality
• High robustness and durability
• Wireless connectivity
• Short communication channels and fast data transfer

Due to their positive properties such as mobility, multi-functionality and robustness, the handheld devices are mainly seen in the industrial sector. Here they are used for the mobile recording of stock levels, data maintenance or dispatch processing in the movement of goods in warehouses or logistics. The handhelds are also used for digital process optimization in the healthcare sector. For example, the exchange of information between medical staff and laboratories or drug management are facilitated by the scan function. Mobile access to merchandise management systems or databases can also help speed up processes in retail or in the catering and hotel industry.

A key distinguishing feature between handhelds and conventional smartphones is the robustness of the devices. Depending on the model, the handhelds have been awarded IP certification and are therefore resistant to external influences such as cold, heat, water or dust. In addition, the housing of the handheld is fall-proof, which makes the devices particularly suitable for use in manufacturing and on construction sites. While smartphones can only scan 1D or 2D barcodes with the integrated camera, handhelds have scanning technologies like conventional barcode scanners. Soiled or damaged codes can also be read error-free by sensors, and the data can be transferred to the stored database at short intervals using a mobile app.

In our online shop, you will find hand-held computers from leading manufacturers such as Datalogic and Zebra. Datalogic's mobile computers have a pistol grip with which larger scan volumes can be easily processed without tiring employees or their joints. If individual data is not recorded during the scanning process, your employees can enter it manually using the keyboard with which every handheld device is equipped. Depending on your needs, you can choose between the numeric version with 28 keys, the functional version with 38 keys or the numeric-functional version with 50 keys. The Zebra handhelds, on the other hand, are similar in design to a smartphone and are operated via a multifunctional touchscreen display. Due to their compact design, the models from Zebra are particularly suitable for mobile field service, as they are easy to carry and fit in any trouser pocket.