Intermec Introduces Handheld Computer for Hazardous Areas

Intermec is now shipping the new CK32IS handheld computer, which provides industries like chemical, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, grain, textile and mining, a powerful, intrinsically safe, extremely rugged handheld computer. The CK32IS will carry the most extensive list of global hazardous environmental ratings --including ATEX and IEC at launch, UL shortly thereafter -- of any handheld computer, so it can be deployed anywhere in the world, says Intermec.

The CK32IS was designed from inception for hazardous environments, meeting the most stringent requirements not only for flammable gases, vapors, liquids, but also for dust, fibers and flyings. The mobile computer has been ATEX-certified for use in Zone 0 (gases) and Zone 20 (dusts and fibers) environments -- the highest possible safety ratings, requiring double-fault protection of circuitry. In addition, the product's accessories meet the latest associated apparatus certifications to provide the highest level of safety.

"Over the last year, we have observed growing awareness and interest in devices that meet the I-Safe and ATEX standards, particularly among companies that work with or distribute flammable gases," said Todd Kort, principal research analyst, Mobile and Wireless, Gartner.