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News Release from: DLoG (UK) | Subject: RoHS-compliant, PC - forklifts, machine tools
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 31 August 2006
Rugged PC used on forklifts, machine
tools
Shopfloor networking and hardware specialist has introduced the latest version of its rugged vehicle mount, RoHS-compliant, PC for use on forklifts and trucks, or statically on machine tools.
Shopfloor networking and hardware specialist, DLoG (UK) has introduced the latest version of its rugged vehicle mount PC Suitable for both internal and outside use, the RoHS-compliant MPC6 can be used as a vehicle mount terminal on forklifts, commissioning vehicles, construction machinery and trucks, or statically mounted on machine tools
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 17 Mar 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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Combining high performance and wireless networking with rugged construction to IP65 standards, an integral heater allows safe and reliable operation even in extreme temperatures, from outside operation in hot weather down to -30 deg C deep freeze environments.
Available with 10 or 12in touch screens and a 12in stainless steel version for mounting in control cabinets and user consoles, the compact (22.9 x 28cm) MPC6 features a new XTX board with Intel chip set and Intel Celeron CPU, a Compact Flash card slot which is accessible from the top of the unit, and a 20Gb 5M2 shock/vibration tested hard disk.
Featuring WLAN connection, CompactFlash, PCI or PCI Express MiniCard, UPS battery and automatic cut-off, the MPC6 is an ideal terminal to use in mobile applications.
The resistive touch screen and high resolution allow easy handling and visualisation even when the operator is wearing gloves and working in below zero temperatures; a range of mounting options ensure the optimum ergonomic siting for all applications.
* About RoHS - the RoHS Directive bans the placing on the EU market of new electrical and electronic equipment containing more than agreed levels of potentially toxic materials, in particular, lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium and flame retardants.
* About DLoG (UK) - based at Oldbury in the West Midlands, DLoG (UK) specialises in providing industrial computers, mobile and vehicle mount terminals wireless networking and touch screen solutions.
With a UK user base exceeding 300 installed sites, the company services the needs of customers throughout the manufacturing, logistics, retail and distribution sectors.
Application areas are endless with examples ranging from industrial cranes, shunting vehicles, forklift and reach trucks, straddle carriers, to heavy construction machinery.
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