Getac T800-Ex explosion-proof tablet
04 August, 2015Getac has announced the release of the T800-Ex rugged tablet, which is ATEX Zone 2 and 22 explosion-proof certified. The tablet can be used for pipeline inspections and maintenance operations in petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and oil and gas applications.
Call for comment on explosives regulation
03 August, 2015The public comment period for the Explosives Regulation in Australia: Discussion Paper and Consultation Regulation Impact Statement is now open and Safework Australia is encouraging interested parties to have their say.
Win six months' free subscription from Fleetmatics WORK
03 August, 2015If you're in need of a field service job management platform and not sure what to do, who to call or which solution to choose, this may be the answer for you. Fleetmatics WORK is offering one lucky company the opportunity to trial a six-month subscription with full implementation and support for free.
Nokia sells map techology to car makers
31 July, 2015Rumours are swirling that Nokia has sold its HERE map technology to a consortium of car makers that includes BMW, Volkswagen and Daimler for USD 2.7 billion, but there has been no official announcement from the multinational as yet.
Finding good field service staff
31 July, 2015 by Daniela Bia'hIt's hard work finding the right employees to represent your field service business. This isn't a new problem; the headache has been very real for the past couple of decades. Finding good workers is just like any other problem that you face when you own a field service business - large or small.
4 steps to choosing the right mobile device
30 July, 2015 by Rob Stummer, Managing Director ANZ, IFS AustraliaChoosing the right mobile device is more than just product selection. Here are four simple steps to guide you to a better final outcome.
Encrypted mobile platform coming
29 July, 2015Australian company Ncryptcellular has announced the introduction of a new range of encrypted mobile devices to the domestic market.
Master Builders blasts CFMEU
28 July, 2015Master Builders Australia (MBA) has taken a swipe at the main trade union for the industry, the CFMEU, over efforts to have Queensland members sign a pattern agreement which they believe imposes massive costs to the industry and community without productivity trade-offs.
Cel-Fi PRO smart signal booster
28 July, 2015Mobile black spots — which are caused by structures, vegetation, terrain and distance from the base station — are often unavoidable. The Cel-Fi PRO third-generation smart signal booster from Powertec automatically adapts to the indoor environment to maximise cellular coverage, supports LTE, provides greater gain on earlier versions and uses patented echo-cancellation algorithms for stronger signals in the coverage area.
Dell Latitude 12 Rugged tablet
28 July, 2015The Latitude 12 Rugged tablet from Dell is designed for performance and reliability in the harshest conditions.
Honeywell Dolphin 75e mobile computer
28 July, 2015Honeywell has released the first in a series of next-generation mobile workforce solutions — the Dolphin 75e mobile computer. The device is available with either Windows embedded 8.1 Handheld or Android 4.4 KitKat, giving users a choice of operating system and allowing a later upgrade to Windows Embedded 10 or Android 5.0 Lollipop.
'See-through' trucks and cars that see around corners
27 July, 2015Turning out of a blind corner or driveway can be a stress-inducing moment for motorists, particularly new drivers. Inching out in to traffic while leaning forward doesn't really seem like the safest alternative, but now new car camera technology is being introduced to combat the difficulties.
Uniden iGO Cam 300 vehicle recorder
27 July, 2015The Uniden iGO Cam 300 is an ultracompact recorder that can help protect drivers from fraudulent claims and accident disputes.
New apprentice support to create 51,000 jobs in South Australia
24 July, 2015A new national apprenticeship program will result in 51,000 apprentice and trainee job opportunities (sign-ups) in South Australia over the next three years.
Cloud technology helps triple volume of work
23 July, 2015Through funding made available via the Home and Community Care (HACC) program, a well-known national charity's Gold Coast brand is providing basic support services to qualifying clients and their carers to assist them to continue living independently at home.
