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A Smart Choice for Industrial Mobility

June 11, 2026 | ,
Make Increasing Productivity Look Easy. Performance, productivity, security, and rugged innovation are what you want and what we do. Can anyone else turn any Android mobile phone into a rugged workstation? We did that. If there’s a data collection problem, Glacier probably has a solution, or we’ll help you find one. We even built some from scratch, a time or two. [Related: This is Good For Your Business and
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The Rugged Computing Landscape has Changed Significantly

May 12, 2026 | ,
  If your current terminals are aging, slowing down, out of warranty, or no longer supported by your WMS vendor, now is a great time to explore what a refresh would look like — and what ROI you could realistically expect. The forklift computing landscape has changed, and there are some real opportunities for your operation. What’s new, As OS preferences change, migrating from Windows®
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FieldBook LD140: Transform Your Smartphone into a Rugged Workstation

March 18, 2026 | , ,
Glacier Computer Launches the FieldBook LD140, Industry’s First Rugged CPU-Free Lapdock, in the U.S. Market New Milford, CT – Glacier Computer, a leading provider of rugged industrial computing solutions and a proud subsidiary of Logic Instrument, today announced the U.S. launch and availability of the FieldBook LD140, an innovative rugged Lapdock designed to transform compatible smartphones into powerful, durable workstations for demanding field and industrial environments. Check
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Upgrade and Save on Next Gen Intrinsically Safe Hardware 

February 11, 2026 | , ,
We hope 2026 is off to a strong, productive start for you and your team, and we’d like to thank you for partnering with us to support your operations, even in the most challenging environments. The Aegex 100M Intrinsically Safe Tablet is positioned to be the most advanced, efficient, and rugged Windows tablet, with Zone 1, Zone 0* / CI, D1 certification in hazardous areas.
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Product End of Life Notice: Kodiak Computer

February 6, 2026 |
February 5, 2026 We are writing to formally announce the End of Life (EOL) of our Kodiak, Fixed Mounted Computer, effective July 1, 2026. While the Kodiak will reach End of Life status, we will continue to sell the product through June 2026, subject to availability. Customers may continue to place orders during this period. Please note that all existing warranties will be fully honored
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Don’t Get Left in the Cold

January 29, 2026 | , , , ,
  In cold chain applications—such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, and perishable goods handling—devices face risks from condensation, slowed mechanical components in hard drives, battery degradation, and touchscreen malfunctions. Glacier addresses these challenges with purpose-built rugged tablets, handheld computers, and vehicle-mount terminals featuring use-specific options, like defrost/defog functions on resistive touchscreens (e.g., KODIAK series), wide operating temperature ranges, heated components, and hot-swappable batteries for continuous operation.
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Happy Holidays!

December 19, 2025 |
. As the year draws to a close, everyone at Glacier Computer extends our warmest holiday wishes! Thank you for your continued trust and partnership throughout 2025. Whether we’ve kept your teams connected in the coldest warehouses or the toughest field environments, it’s been our privilege to support your success. May this holiday season bring you joy, rest, and time with those who matter most.
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Important Battery Optimization Update [Issue & Solution]

November 21, 2025 | , ,
If you missed our battery management overview in October, this is a great time to revisit it and provide product-specific information following a customer issue with battery life. They report going through batteries at a “rapid rate” on units that are primarily left in the dock and connected to power all of the time.  From the guidance we shared in October, Smart Charging Habits can
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Transform Forklifts from Potential Liabilities into Smart, Safety-First Assets

October 20, 2025 |
According to the Industrial Truck Association, the average injury-related incident costs $38,000 in direct expenses, with indirect losses reaching $150,000. It also reports that 70% of forklift accidents can be prevented with proper training and safety measures. Powerfleet, a leader in IoT-enabled fleet management, tackles these challenges with advanced telematics solutions designed for forklifts. By using real-time monitoring, automated controls, and data-driven insights, Powerfleet significantly
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Battery Management: Good For Your Business and Your Bottom Line

September 24, 2025 | ,
Device battery management has become a culturally ubiquitous phenomenon. Nearly everyone has devices, from mobile phones to smartwatches, tablets, and laptops, but not everyone knows how to manage their battery life effectively. That’s not your problem unless it’s your equipment. Mobile data collection, especially fieldwork, requires power that lasts throughout the day. Do you have a plan to maximize not just charging life, which is
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