5 Reasons You Need a Rugged Mobile Printer

If you frequently find yourself needing to transfer documentation from your mobile device to paper, however, there’s one more piece of equipment you need: a rugged mobile printer.

If you take your business on the go with you, you may already have experienced many of the benefits of rugged mobile devices. A rugged computer that’s tough enough to handle being bounced around in your truck all day, a rugged tablet that you can safely use in the rain, or a rugged handheld that doesn’t quit just because it bounced out of your hand and landed face-down on the sidewalk are incredibly useful. If you frequently find yourself needing to transfer documentation from your mobile device to paper, however, there’s one more piece of equipment you need: a rugged mobile printer.

Rugged Printers Make Creating Paperwork Easy

There are rugged mobile printers that are designed to handle all of your needs, whatever they may be. Whether you’re printing out a work order for a client to sign before you leave a work site or you need a printer that can print a receipt or tickets, there’s a rugged printer designed with your needs in mind. Many things have gone digital, but there’s still paperwork involved in your business. Rugged printers make creating that paperwork easy!

Speed and Quality are Increasing

Just a few years ago, a printer rugged enough to be used in the field meant a slow, clunky printer that offered poor quality at best. Today’s rugged printers, however, are rapidly increasing in quality. Now, you can expect to create everything from neat documents that print at a perfectly reasonable speed to full-color printouts that allow everyone to see every detail of the page.

Small Size Allows for More Equipment

You don’t need yet another clunky piece of equipment taking up vitally necessary space in your vehicle. Thankfully, today’s mobile printers are designed to be compact. They’ll fit neatly in the center console of your vehicle or tuck in with the rest of your equipment, allowing you to carry your rugged printer without having to sacrifice other necessary equipment.

Set Up and Use Your Printer Fast

The convenience of a printer that can go wherever you can is quickly outweighed if it takes an hour to get it set up. Thankfully, as more rugged printers hit the market, it’s becoming easier than ever to set up and use your printer. Within a matter of minutes, you can have your printer connected to your rugged mobile device and ready to use. It’s a simple process that will have you handing over important paper documentation to your clients, your coworkers, and anyone else who needs that critical information in a quick, timely manner.

Enjoy the Confidence that Your Printer Will Last

Portable printers shouldn’t be a regular line item in your budget. Instead, choose a portable printer that’s designed to be rugged–that is, a printer that is as tough as the rest of your devices and able to withstand all the conditions you face every day. From weather protection that will keep your printer functioning in spite of the fact that you’re using it outside to drop protection and more, rugged printers are designed to be used as hard as the rest of your equipment, making them a critical addition to your kit. Don’t settle for a printer that has to be replaced constantly because it’s not tough enough to handle it. Instead, choose a rugged printer that’s up to handling all your needs.

Your job demands rugged equipment, and we’re here to make sure that you have exactly the printers, scanners, and mobile devices you need in order to get your job done every day. Contact us today to learn more about the devices we carry and how they can transform your work day, your efficiency, and your budget.

 

Labor Day 2017: Honoring the Great American Mobile Worker!

Group Mobile would like to invite mobile workers to visit our website, here you will find a large selection of hardware and a suite for professional services perfectly suited for mobile industries!

Do you know the history of Labor Day in the United States?

We all know about Labor Day. After all, who wouldn’t want to be informed about an extra day off work? Just because we know that the day is a rest from our labor doesn’t mean we know the true history behind Labor Day. Here’s a quick overview of why we celebrate Labor Day.

Labor Day got its start in the late 1800’s, when union leaders in New York City decided that they wanted to host a massive festival for workers across the city. Because Labor Day was not yet a national holiday, in order to attend those laborers would have to give up a day’s wages. Early in the first Labor Day celebration—which was held on September 5th, 1882—few people turned out. Over the course of the day, more and more people joined the festivities and by the day’s end the rally boasted 10,000 people!

News of this celebration of hard-working Americans and all our labor force has contributed to the nation spread, and in 1887 Oregon became the first state to declare Labor Day an official holiday. It took just under a decade for the festivities to gain traction across the country, and in 1896 President Grover Cleveland declared the first Monday in September as an official national holiday to celebrate American laborers.

This year on Labor Day, Group Mobile is honoring mobile workers! The world’s mobile worker population will reach 1.3 billion in 2016, representing 37.2% of the total workforce. Mobile workers, virtual workers, freelancers, independent contractors, and other terms have been used to describe those of us who more or less works anytime, anywhere. And this type of work is becoming a new norm around the world, so the growth of mobile workers is likely to continue. Such workers often work from multiple locations, and use at least three devices. Mobile workers carry their work in their pockets or carrying case, powered by a multitude of applications. Group Mobile would like to invite mobile workers to visit our website, here you will find a large selection of hardware and a suite for professional services perfectly suited for mobile industries!

Three different Getac devices are in stock and ready to ship in 48 hours, the Getac V110 convertible laptop, F110 rugged tablet and S410 semi-rugged laptop. These rugged computers are three of the most popular computers manufactured by Getac with the most popular custom features on the market.

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Group Mobile Features the Juno T41 Rugged Handheld Computer – Improved Rugged Classifications, Plus a Lower Price Point for a Limited Time!

Due to customer demand, the Juno T41 line of rugged handheld

computers now all meet IP68 ruggedness for the very highest standards for water immersion and dust protection.

Juno T41 Rugged Handheld
Group Mobile is announcing the new and improved ingress protection ratings and a much lower price point for a limited time on the Trimble Juno T41 rugged handheld. Save $400 on the Trimble Juno T41!  The Juno T41 is purpose-built for tough outdoor conditions such as field service, farming, inventory, and agriculture industries. Trimble announced the improvement of specifications on all Ingress Protection (IP) IP65 Juno T41 handhelds to now include the higher IP68 classification for improved protection from driving rain and liquid immersion, corrosive environments, dust, shock, drops, vibration, prolonged UV exposure, and extreme temperatures and altitudes.  
The versatile Juno T41 rugged handheld will allow you to build the handheld computer you need: Android or Microsoft Windows operating systems, Barcode Imager, Smartphone, or GPS collector. Whatever the ideal combination of features and functionality, the Juno T41 is dependable and built to last for years in any environment.

Android 4.1 Operating System:

Android 4.1 (nicknamed “Jelly Bean”) is fully operational for all hardware features of the T41 family of products. With Android 4.1, users will appreciate increased battery efficiency, improved security options, more robust Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® and a much-improved, sleek user-interface.

Enhanced GPS:
Enhanced GPS uses SBAS and a GPS Accuracy Algorithm to provide dramatic improvements. Under the correct conditions, Enhanced GPS allows data collection with 1-2 meter accuracy in real-time, while gathering raw data output for post-processing applications. Enhanced GPS can be paired with any other Juno T41 configuration including the basic handheld computer, smartphone, or the 1D/2D Barcode Imager to get extra value out of existing workflows.

1D/2D Barcode Imager: 

Trimble Scan Technology reads a wide range of traditional 1D barcodes, as well as 2D matrix codes. It also digitally captures signatures and images. All of these features are customizable using the Trimble “Scan Agent” application.Omni-directional reading capabilities, along with high motion tolerance, will allow quick, accurate scanning – no matter what the angle or orientation the unit is to the barcodes. The white light illumination with red LED sight line simulates laser scanner performance and provides fool-proof barcode reading in real world conditions: dirt and mud, glass and bright surfaces, harsh and dark conditions, and partially obstructed barcodes or matrices.   

To learn more, configure, and order a Juno T41, visit http://www.groupmobile.com/product.asp/sku=6156, or call 866-RUGGED8.

New Trimble Nomad Model and Year-End Deals on Trimble Outdoor Rugged Handhelds!

Introducing the Nomad 900LD

New model with USB card slot!

The Trimble Nomad 900LD packs functionality into a powerful and full-featured rugged handheld. It features an ultra-fast 806MHz processor; 128MB RAM; 1GB of Flash storage; GPS and Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth for connectivity; and a long-life, hot-swappable battery that can work all day without being recharged. The Nomad 900LD has a high-resolution, sunlight-visible VGA touchscreen display that presents graphics and maps in vivid detail. It also comes with a Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) slot. The Nomad 900LD models comes with a serial boot standard.

The 900LD model is unique because has a USB card slot. This feature is great for users either wanting to add memory with a USB stick, or use third-party technology like HID Proxy cards.

The Nomad 900LD rugged handheld makes it simple to gather, save, and send out data with its many built-in capabilities. It is fully rugged and meets demanding MIL-STD-810F military standards for drops, vibration, humidity, altitude, and temperature extremes. In addition it comes with an IP68 rating, meaning it is completely sealed against dust, and can survive immersion in up to a meter of water for 240 minutes. The Nomad is truly ready for the outdoors! 

To learn more, configure, and order a Nomad 900LD handheld, visit

http://www.groupmobile.com/product.asp/sku=7510, or call 866-RUGGED8. 


Juno T41 Bundle Offer  

More savings, productivity, and FREE extended warranty when you bundle essential accessories!**

Group Mobile is excited to announce exclusive bundle pricing on the Trimble Juno T41 rugged handheld! For a limited time, when you purchase a Juno T41 with an External Battery Pack and an Office Docking Station, Group Mobile will throw in  a FREE 24-Month Extended Warranty (a $487 value)! 

To take advantage of this offer on the Juno T41 handheld, visit www.groupmobile.com/product.asp/sku=7461, or call 866-RUGGED8.

Juno T41 Office DockJuno T41 Office Docking Station

The Office Docking Station provides an easy way to ensure the Juno T41 is automatically recharged and ready for each work day.

Featuring a fast and highly secure physical Ethernet connection, the Office Docking Station allows mobile workers to quickly synchronize field data with central office data servers. This capability is particularly useful in industries such as utilities, agriculture, materials handling, and field service where large data sets are common. In addition to an Ethernet mode, the Docking Station supports a USB client mode and DC power input.

The Juno T41 Office Docking Station also recharges a Juno T41 Extended Battery Pack connected to the unit or on its own. Learn More about the Juno T41 Office Docking Station… 

 
    Juno T41 External Battery Pack External Battery Pack “Juice Pack”

The Juice Pack external battery is rugged and provides nearly double the run-time between charge cycles. It is a dual-mode Juice Pack. This means the user can have it in the mode that allows the use of battery life of the Juice Pack, or put it in the mode as a mobile charger for the Juno, so it can charge the internal battery. When the Juice Pack is depleted, users can remove it from the Juno T41 and recharge it while continuing to use the Juno T41 handheld. Most users will find the Juice Pack is fully recharged and ready to use before the internal battery is fully discharged.

The Juice Pack has the same custom ports, so it will not interfere with the use of USB host/client or 9-pin serial data connections. The Juice Pack can recharge from the same International AC Charging Kit, Office Docking Station, or Vehicle Charging Kit used for the Juno T41 rugged handheld. Learn More about the External Battery Pack “Juice Pack”…
FREE 24-Month Extended Warranty

Increase the warranty coverage on the Juno T41 handheld from the original 24 months to an additional 24 months (4 years total) for free when you purchase this bundle! This warranty covers any damage caused by an accident or a manufacturer-related defect as well as defects in materials or workmanship.
Order the Juno T41 Bundle Now! 
 
To take advantage of this limited-time bundle offer, visit www.groupmobile.com/product.asp/sku=7461, call 866-RUGGED8, or email product-sales@groupmobile.com!

**Offer good through December 17, 2014. 

Must purchase a Juno T41, External Battery Pack, and Desktop Docking Station to receive the free 24-Month Extended Warranty. Promotion cannot be combined with any other offers.

New Juno T41 Models from Trimble!

Mix and match configurations to meet your needs!

The versatile, fully rugged Trimble Juno T41 handheld is available in a variety of configurations, allowing you to build the handheld computer you need: Android or Microsoft Windows operating systems, Barcode Imager, Smartphone, or GPS collector. Whatever the ideal combination of features and functionality, the Juno T41 is dependable and built to last for years in any environment.

Android 4.1 Operating System:
Android 4.1 (nicknamed “Jelly Bean”) is fully operational for all hardware features of the T41 family of products. With Android 4.1, users will appreciate increased battery efficiency, improved security options, more robust Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® and a much-improved, sleek user-interface.

Enhanced GPS:
Enhanced GPS uses SBAS and a GPS Accuracy Algorithm to provide dramatic improvements. Under the correct conditions, Enhanced GPS allows data collection with 1-2 meter accuracy in real-time, while gathering raw data output for post-processing applications. Enhanced GPS can be paired with any other Juno T41 configuration including the basic handheld computer, smartphone, or the 1D/2D Barcode Imager to get extra value out of existing workflows.

1D/2D Barcode Imager: 

Trimble Scan Technology reads a wide range of traditional 1D barcodes, as well as 2D matrix codes. It also digitally captures signatures and images. All of these features are customizable using the Trimble “Scan Agent” application.Omni-directional reading capabilities, along with high motion tolerance, will allow quick, accurate scanning – no matter what the angle or orientation the unit is to the barcodes. The white light illumination with red LED sight line simulates laser scanner performance and provides fool-proof barcode reading in real world conditions: dirt and mud, glass and bright surfaces, harsh and dark conditions, and partially obstructed barcodes or matrices.   

To learn more, configure, and order a Juno T41, visit http://www.groupmobile.com/product.asp/sku=6156, or call 866-RUGGED8.