DURABOOK Rugged Computers for Oil and Gas Industry at PBIOS 2016

    FREMONT, CA, October 08, 2016 /24-7PressRelease/ --GammaTech will be exhibiting with its partner Remote Communications at the 2016 Permian Basin International Oil Show (PBIOS) from October 18 - 20. The companies will display the DURABOOK line of rugged notebooks and tablets at booth # C47. Most of the DURABOOK devices have C1D2 certification for operating in hazardous conditions, making them ideal for the oil and gas industry where reliability and durability are imperative to a successful production.

DURABOOK Offers Ultimate Computing Devices for Oil and Gas
Designed to be accurate and efficient in the most demanding fields, DURABOOK operate with features that other computers can't match. DURABOOK rugged computers are built to stringent MIL-STD-810G guidelines for drop, shock, spill, and dust protection, with many models having an IP65 rating, ensuring they are sealed tight from damaging water and dust intrusion. The magnesium alloy casing is 20 times stronger than ABS plastic and manufactured to resist vibration and shock, allowing for ultimate mobility in the field.

The hard drive is shock mounted to protect vital data. An internal GPS feature enables pin-point location, and the multiple wireless connectivity options keep work crews in touch with their supervisors, no matter where the job takes them. Many models include optional office and vehicle docks for ultimate versatility and portability; an optional backlit keyboard for working in dark environments; and a daylight visible screen for bright outdoor situations.

Products at PBIOS
DURABOOK is built to operate and survive in an industry where disruption of production needs to be avoided, making it the perfect computing solution for oil and gas applications. Below are the products that suit the needs of the oil and gas industry the best and will be featured at PBIOS.

R11 Fully Rugged Tablet
The R11 rugged tablet gives oil and gas operators the portability they need to collect and report issues before they become problems and has earned C1D2 certification for operating in hazardous locations. The R11 is the lightest and thinnest rugged tablet PC in its class at only 2.73 pounds including battery. With an optional detachable keyboard, the R11 becomes a 2-in-1 that can work as a laptop and offer a high-performance, complete mobile computing solution. The R11 features an 11.6" TFT LCD capacitive touch display and a powerful 5th generation Intel Broadwell Core processor. It is also certified to stringent MIL-STD-810G, MIL-STD-461F, IP65 specifications. The R11 functions for up to seven hours (optional extended battery pack provides up to 14 hours of operation), includes an M2-SATA SSD, microSD card slot, full HD camera, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and standard security features. The R11 is covered by DURABOOK's Peace of Mind (POM) warranty for three years.

SA14 Rugged Notebook
The built-tough and rugged DURABOOK SA14 notebook has been updated to better serve the needs of professions that require ultimate portability and versatility, such as those working with oil and gas. Updates include a choice from four Intel 6th generation Skylake turbo processors, greater system memory and graphics, enhanced wireless/communications capability, more interface options, the inclusion of Microsoft Windows 10 operating system, a three-year warranty period, and more. The SA14 features 14.0" HD LCD Touchscreen, 2.5" 9.5mm SATA HDD storage with exclusive HDD quick-release feature and a 2.0MP webcam. It meets the MIL-STD- 810G and IP53 standards for drop, vibration, dust and water resistance ensuring that hazards in the field won't effect its operation.

S15AB Rugged Notebook
An Honorable Mention recipient in the 2015 CRN Test Center's "2015 Products of the Year" listing, the S15AB is the lightest and thinnest 15.6" rugged notebook in the market. It features a generous LCD display with full high-definition resolution (1920x1080); Intel 's 5th generation Broadwell U series CPU; an integrated web camera with microphone; a capacitive touch pad with L/R buttons to support multi-finger tracking and gestures; a built-in SD card reader and support for SDXC cards; and a Smart Card reader that allows the card to be fully inserted. The S15AB also comes with an assortment of wireless communications methods, keeping oil and gas crews in communication and up-to-date with each other.

R8300 Fully Rugged Notebook
The R8300 notebook has been designed to withstand extremely harsh environments, ensuring longevity in oil and gas production. Not only does it earn C1D2 certification for operating in hazardous conditions, it also meets a host of rugged certifications such as Military Standard 810G, 461F, IP65, and more. This fully rugged powerhouse is equipped with Intel 6th generation Skylake processor and DDR4 system memory. It comes with a 13.3" TFT LCD display with sunlight readable feature, quick-release HDD-storage capability, Wifi and Bluetooth connectivity, 9 hours of battery life (with an optional hot-swappable second battery pack for up to 16 hours of operation with both packs), TPM2.0 advanced security protection, GPS module, and more. The R8300 is covered by DURABOOK's Peace of Mind (POM) warranty for three years.

About GammaTech Computer Corporation
GammaTech Computer Corporation is a leader in the design, manufacture and sales of cost-effective, high-performance mobile computing solutions throughout North America. Its award-winning line of rugged and hardened notebook and tablet computers are designed and built-to-order to increase mobile productivity for business, government, healthcare, fire, public safety and a host of other entities. GammaTech offers a complete portfolio of products that delivers power and performance needed in the most demanding work environments, resulting in increased productivity and accelerated return on investment. GammaTech is headquartered in Fremont, California, which provides the final assembly, inventory, service and technical support.

For more information, visit GammaTech at http://www.GammaTechUSA.com.

About Remote Communications
IT solutions provider Remote Communications brings communication to environments with little to no infrastructure. Services range from basic internet, routers and VoIP solutions to backup battery systems, rugged computing, switches and security appliances. Remote Communications provides these important communication solutions to the Oil and Gas sector through partnership with GammaTech and other providers.

For more information, visit Remote Communications at remotecommunications.net.

Onsite Contacts:
Howard Pace
GammaTech Computer Corporation
[email protected]
Cell. 214-282-3411

Sean Crawford
Remote Communications LLC
[email protected]
Cell. 432-212-5879

Media Contact:
Rita Lee
Copernio
Tel. 714-891-3660
[email protected]

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