Manufacturing

Intermec introduces handheld computer for the manufacturing industry

28 February 2008

Intermec has introduced the Windows Mobile-based CK61ex handheld computer. The device has integrated near-far EX imaging technology, which enables users to quickly scan 1D and 2D bar codes in any orientation, from six inches to 50 feet away. The product also allows users to capture images, signatures, and documents as well as benefit from the use of less expensive paper labels for long-distance scans, which can open up new efficiencies and application opportunities across the warehouse.

The CK61ex is available with the most widely adopted embedded operating system, including Windows Mobile 5.0, and includes optional Terminal Emulation support to integrate with existing warehouse management systems.

The CK61ex also offers support for 802.11a/b/g radio. It comes with 128MB RAM and 192MB storage to accommodate more and larger applications and has support for voice applications. Finally, the CK61ex also provides non-incendive options (UL Class I, II, III, Div 2), and in 2008, the product will provide mobile RFID read/write functionality through an optional snap-on RFID handle: the recently announced IP30

“The CK61ex with integrated EX imaging technology really ‘does it all’ so that companies can run their warehouse without compromise,” said Director of RFID and data capture marketing for Intermec, Chris Kelley. “The broad feature set meets today’s needs, and also readies an organisation for tomorrow’s changes and opportunities, including the growing prevalence of 2D bar codes in warehouse and distribution systems across industries.”