These two rugged wireless Windows XP-Based Vehicle-Mount computers aim to offer full PC functionality in the harshest environmental conditions and are said to be suited to customers who demand optimum performance irrespective of working conditions.

Built for use in rugged environments, such as warehouses, ports, manufacturing operations and yards, the 8580 and 8590 are suitable for managing forklift truck operations. With the 8580 and 8590 mobile workers can accurately receive, put-away, replenish, pick, ship and track inventory in their cold storage facilities and harsh outdoor environments.

Based on the industrial XTX processor board standard, the 8580 and 8590 Vehicle-Mount computers are designed to integrate with Psion Teklogix wireless backbone and rugged mobile devices, as well as other wireless LAN solutions, to provide workers with real-time access to warehouse management tools and ensure rapid data capture. Two serial RS232, Ethernet and two USB host ports aim to allow connection to a large range of peripherals, such as barcode, RFID scanners or printers by using cost-efficient standard connectors.

Both Vehicle-Mount computers are designed to run on Windows XP Professional or XP Embedded and are said to offer full PC functionality and dependable operation. They both can be operated via the touch screen, keyboard, or mouse, the company says.