Intermec Vehicle-Mount Computers Deliver Next-Generation Technology

Intermec introduced its vehicle-mount computers, the CV41 and CV61, designed to integrate with any forklift.  These offerings represent the first vehicle-mount computers certified to offer the proven productivity, accuracy, safety and reduced training time benefits of Vocollect voice-directed work. 

Additionally, both the CV41 and CV61 vehicle-mount computers include a CANBUS interface to support forklift fleet management applications.

“With the market as competitive as it is across Asia, it’s important that Intermec’s new vehicle-mount computers are built to withstand our customers’ most challenging environments – delivering fast, reliable and secure connection to sectors including warehouses, T&L, retail, factory environments and cargo operations,” said Mike Muller, vice president and general manager for the Asia Pacific Region. “The CV41 and CV61 strengthen Intermec’s position as a technology leader across the Asia Pacific region, offering one of the industry’s broadest suites of advanced data collection solutions.”

"When combined with Crown's InfoLink fleet management solution, the CV41 and CV61 enable a significantly enhanced Windows interface for the operator at a fraction of the hardware implementation cost," said Jim Gaskell, director global insite products, Crown Equipment Corporation.

The CV41 vehicle-mount computer improves forklift operator performance by providing a balance of operator usability, application performance, and ease of deployment and maintenance. Additionally, the CV41 exclusive device health reporting capability provides dynamic updates to allow mobile workers and IT administrators to monitor and prevent issues related to scanning, communications and a wide range of other critical device health functions before they impact operations.

The optional Vocollect Voice capability, complete with client and wireless headset, provides additional productivity, accuracy and training benefits associated with voice-directed work.

In a larger display model, the CV61 is a touch screen vehicle-mount computer and is the successor to the successful CV60. The 30.7 cm (12.1 in) LED backlit touchscreen display is easy to read in dimly-lit or outdoor environments. Its IP66 rating ensures dust-tight operation and pressure-wash water sealing, while its user-swappable solid state disk storage preserves data integrity even in harsh, high vibration environments. Like the CV41, the CV61 features the same optional Vocollect Voice capability and its associated benefits.  

“Intermec’s CV41 and CV61 represent significant enhancements to their vehicle-mount computer and distribution center solutions portfolio. These computers address end users’ form factor, functionality and management requirements,” said David Krebs, VP mobile & wireless practice, VDC Research.