Xplore Technologies expands UK portfolio with Motion Computing acquisition

Jul 20, 2015 • Hardware • News • motion computing • Xplore Technologies • hardware • rugged tablet • ultra-rugged tablet pcs

Xplore Technologies Corporation, the rugged tablet computer manufacturer, has expanded its presence in the UK with the acquisition of Motion Computing Inc. and its subsidiaries. The acquisition broadens Xplore's product portfolio to encompass rugged as well as ultra-rugged tablet computers.

By bringing together two industry leaders, organisations in the United Kingdom now have access to the most robust product portfolio of rugged tablets in the industry that are purpose-built for the unique workflow demands of critical industries. Both Xpore and Motion by Xplore products will continue to be available through local channel partners in UK

The collective companies will provide a one-stop shop for rugged tablets.

"We are excited to now offer the UK the broadest portfolio of purpose built rugged tablet computers and accessories,” said Ian Davies, country manager, Northern Europe, Xplore Technologies. “With more than 30 years of combined industry experience focused solely on the rugged tablet market, we are confident the strength of the collective companies will address a broader range of customer needs and provide a one-stop shop for rugged tablets.”

The portfolio of Xplore and Motion by Xplore tablet computers use powerful and modern processors and components and are tested more vigorously for shock, thermal, vibration, impact, ingress and emissions than any other in the industry. In May, Xplore won the prestigious Mobile Platform Partner of the Year award at the 2015 Intel Solutions Summit in North America.

Xplore’s products enable the extension of traditional computing systems to a range of field and on-site personnel, regardless of location or environment, providing an ecosystem that turns the tablet PC into a solution for their specific workflow.The company’s industrial grade rugged tablets meet the demands of customers in the energy, healthcare, utilities, manufacturing and distribution, public safety, field services, transportation, and military sectors.