Ecom i.roc Ci70-EX Intrinsically Safe Handheld Mobile Computer

By Chris Dodds on 7th August, 2012

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Hazardous Area Equipment

Hazardous Area ATEX Approved Mobile Computer

Ecom i.roc Ci70Ex Intrinsically Safe PDA

Ecom Instruments i.roc Ci70-Ex intrinsically safe handheld mobile computer is the first product offering resulting from the strategic partnership between Intermec and Ecom Instruments.  The Ecom i.roc Ci70 -Ex combines the widest range of global approvals for use in hazardous environments, from ATEX through IECEx to NEC.

Pictured: Ecom Intrinsically Safe Mobile Computer i.roc Ci70-Ex

 
The Ecom i.roc Ci70 -Ex mobile computer is the latest edition of the award-winning i.roc series of handhelds from Ecom, which says the device offers a new paradigm in intrinsically safe mobile computing. Ecom i.roc Ci70 carries the widest range of explosion-hazardous area approvals worldwide, and is fully compatible with applications originally developed for Intermec 70 series devices operating under Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5.3.

The unique modular concept of the Ecom i.roc Ci70 -Ex includes a number of industry firsts among intrinsically safe mobile computers.

Ecom i.roc Ci70Ex Intrinsically Safe PDA Handheld Mobile Computers

Features

The unique modular concept of the i.roc Ci70 -Ex combines state-of-the-art technology with a flexible, modular head system for all kinds of data acquisition systems: (LF, HF and UHF RFID with 1D Barcode Laser Scanner and 2D Multi-Range Barcode Imager) The world's only PDA with global explosion protection approval for ATEX / IECEx Zone 1 and NEC Class I, Division 1, combined in a single device The world's first Zone 1 and Class 1, Division 1 certified PDA with wide-area network (WWAN 3G UMTS or CDMA) The world's first Zone 1 and Class 1, Division 1 certified handheld computer with complete WLAN standard (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n) A large selection of peripherals and accessories make the i.roc Ci70 -Ex a comprehensive solution

Applications

ATEX Inspection, DSEAR Inspection, Hazardous Area Inspection, 60079-17, Compex inspection Hose Inspection, Hose Integrity, Hose Integrity Inspection Small Bore Tubing inspection, SBT integrity inspection Lifting inspection, LOLER inspection Scaffold inspection Valve inspection Hazardous Area Maintenance Operator Rounds, Hazardous Area Operator Rounds, hazardous area Condition Monitoring Hazardous area RFID, hazardous area RFID tracking Hazardous Area tracking, hazardous area track & trace Hazardous Area Asset Tracking, Rental Tracking, Container Tracking, Personnel Tracking Track & trace Hazardous area equipment audits, hazardous area equipment surveys Hazardous Area PAT tests Risk based integrity inspection Hazardous area corrosion inspection Hazardous area stock management, hazardous area supply chain tracking Mooring inspection Mobile workforce, workforce efficiency, equipment reliability

In addition to Ecom’s worldwide service support, this hazardous area mobile computer carries global certifications from NEC to ATEX and IECEx. Providing intrinsically safe mobile computing expertise for more than 25 years, the strategic partnership with Intermec leverages a 40 year legacy of innovation in rugged enterprise solutions to provide an uncompromising product to meet the demands of the industry’s toughest environments. Combining Intermec’s leadership in rugged mobile computing solutions with Ecom’s expertise in hazardous environment computing, this new product is ready to face the most challenging applications.

“Today’s mission-critical hazardous area operations demand mobile computing solutions without compromising on current industry-leading technologies”, said Rolf Nied, President of Ecom instruments. “Intermec and Ecom combined their engineering expertise to integrate these state of the art technologies into this cutting-edge intrinsically safe handheld mobile computer solution.”

“The Ecom i.roc Ci70 -Ex offers a best-in-class answer to the growing demand for specialised communications and computing solutions for use in hazardous environments,” said Earl Thompson, Intermec Senior Vice President, Mobile Solutions Business Unit. “Already equipped with the various worldwide certifications required for explosive atmospheres, this hazardous area product offers a rugged, efficient and reliable mobile computing solution to empower enterprises in these critical markets.”

Ecom i.roc Ci70 -Ex Intrinsically Safe Mobile Computer Technical Data

• Multicore OMAP 1GHz processor
• 512 MB RAM
• Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5.3
• WWAN: 3G UMTS / CDMA
• WLAN: 802.11 a/b/g/n
• Bluetooth: 2.1 EDR
• IrDA infrared interface
• A-GPS
• Attitude sensor
• Brilliant VGA display - Robust with Gorilla Glass
• Excellent lifespan due to robustness and wear-resistance

The flexible Ecom i.roc Ci70 –Ex design was influenced to a high degree according to end user requirements and customer needs.

Michael M. Haley, Technology Consultant, BP Chief Technology Office said: “At BP, we believe technology can make a significant impact on the enterprise. We focus on a few technologies with immediate impact that will also benefit long-term business needs. The integration of current and emerging RF communications for large industrial sites could yield greater efficiencies for business operations.”

David Krebs, VP Mobile & Wireless at VDC Research said: “Explosive environments – such as those found on oil rigs, in petrochemical plants or in pharmaceutical production facilities – are among the harshest and most challenging environments in which to operate mobile computing and communications devices. In the Ecom i.roc Ci70 -Ex, Intermec, a leading rugged mobile computer vendor, and Ecom instruments, a leader in the field of intrinsic safety, have co-developed a uniquely differentiated intrinsically safe rugged handheld computer targeted at these environments. What is especially compelling about this hazardous area mobile computer is that it conforms to all key global certifications – from NEC to ATEX and IECEx – making a truly global platform.”

 

Video: Ecom iroc Ci70 Ex industrial PDA with ATEX and IECEx Zone 1:21 NEC Class I Div 1

 

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