Durabook Expands Rugged Tablet Portfolio with ATEX-Certified Models for Explosive Environments

Durabook has announced the availability of two rugged tablet models specifically designed for use in locations where gases, vapours, dust and other substances create a significant risk of explosion. The new Durabook R8-EX and U11I-EX Windows 11 tablets are certified to meet the European Union’s Atmosphères Explosibles (ATEX) Zone 2/22 certification, meaning they can be used in environments where potential ignition sources include lightning strikes, stray currents, static electricity, open flames and mechanically generated sparks.

Meet Stringent Regulatory Requirements

ATEX certification is a top, often government-mandated requirement for businesses whose employees work in environments where there’s a significant risk of explosion, such as oil/gas refineries and pharmaceutical manufacturing. The Durabook R8-EX and U11I-EX meet that requirement for ATEX Zone 2, where the explosive atmosphere is in the form of gas, vapour, or mist, as well as Zone 22, where the explosive materials are dust or fibres.

Both models feature Coolfinity™ fanless cooling, which enables them to operate safely in hazardous industries where standard laptops and tablets cannot. By eliminating the need for a fan, Coolfinity™ also maximises reliability and battery life by removing a component that consumes power, is a potential point of failure and vacuums dust and other debris into the device.

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Maximum Performance, Security, and Reliability

People who operate, inspect, and maintain industrial equipment need the ability to quickly and easily upload confidential data such as production reports and diagnostics and access proprietary information including manuals and schematics. The new Durabook R8-EX and U11I-EX tablets are designed to meet those requirements and more with:

Windows 11 with Secured-core Technology

Windows 11 with Secured-core technology provides an extra layer of protection. By integrating hardware, firmware, software and identity protection, Secured-core tablets provide the highest level of protection against highly advanced threats, including advanced protection of firmware and dynamic root of trust measurement.

Durabook’s Proprietary DynaVue® Display Technology

To ensure readability even in direct sunlight. The R8-EX has an 8-inch display, while the U11I-EX features an 11.6-inch screen. Both tablets’ displays support four touch modes (glove, stylus, water, finger) and an optional digitiser.

Wired and Wireless Broadband Connectivity

Integrating Thunderbolt 4, Intel® Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth®3 all standard, with optional 4G LTE on both models and optional 5G on the U11I-EX. GPS also is standard to support navigation and location-based applications.

Ultra-long Battery Life

Maximise productivity even when employees spend their entire workday away from power sources. The U11I-EX has a battery life of up to 10 hours, plus an optional high-capacity battery that lasts up to 20 hours. The R8-EX can operate for up to 8.5 hours on its replaceable main battery and up to 17 with an optional high-capacity battery.

- Fred Kao | Twinhead CEO, Owner of Durabook

Comprehensive technical support from APC Technology Group

For more Military grade rugged laptops and tablets contact APC's team of defence-grade computing specialists who can assist with your project requirments and  bespoke solutions. From boards, and displays to chassis, Durabook and APC can build to your requirements quickly and economically, backed by comprehensive product servicing and support from APC's UK-based team.