Panasonic has announced upgrades to the Toughbook® H2 rugged handheld tablet PC. The MIL-STD-810G1- and IP651-certified device includes a faster processor, expanded storage and other improvements, while retaining critical features to enhance usability and durability. The new PC delivers an improved return on investment for businesses with mobile workforces and field service workers. The 3.5 lb. tablet PC runs the Microsoft Windows® 7 Professional (32-bit or 64-bit) operating system and includes optional integrated technology such as barcode, fingerprint and insertable or contactless SmartCard/RFID readers. It also offers standard USB 3.0, serial and Ethernet ports.
Panasonic Corporation
www.panasonic.com
Modeling software
Bentley Systems has announced its new WaterCAD and WaterGEMS V8i (SELECTseries 4) information modeling software for the analysis and design of water distribution systems. New capabilities help utilities optimize the efficiency of water distribution systems, minimizing operational costs. For example, utilities can now aggregate energy costs across pumping stations and factor in complex tariffs as well as non-model-related energy costs to perform net present-value analyses of their operating scenarios. This enables modelers to determine the most cost-efficient strategy.
Bentley Systems, Inc.
www.bentley.com/watergems
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