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The Hidden Cost of ‘Good Enough’ Technology

Most organizations don’t replace technology because it breaks — they replace it because “good enough” has quietly become expensive. A laptop still turns on. The network still connects. The printer still prints. On the surface, everything looks fine. Underneath, small inefficiencies are adding up in wait times, support tickets, security risks, and delayed projects. . A few numbers that may feel familiar: 64% of CEOs
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Expanding Our Portfolio: Glacier Computer Now Certified to Resell Microsoft Surface Pro Hardware

At Glacier Computer, our mission has always been straightforward: deliver the right technology for the environments and workflows our customers face every day. For over 25 years, that has meant rugged industrial tablets, vehicle-mount computers, handhelds, and fully managed solutions built for warehouses, cold storage, field service, manufacturing floors, and public safety. Today we’re excited to announce that Glacier Computer is now certified to resell
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Certified Refurbished Rugged Tablets and Laptops: A Buyer’s Guide

Short answer: Certified refurbished rugged tablets and laptops are previously deployed industrial devices that have been fully inspected, refreshed, and returned to working condition, then sold with vendor support at significant discounts off new pricing. Glacier Computer stocks certified refurbished rugged tablets and laptops with inventory ready to ship. Call 860.724.6257 or contact an expert online — availability and pricing are often confirmed the same
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Most Organizations Miss at Least Two of These

Technology touches nearly every part of an organization, yet many teams don’t have time to step back and evaluate whether their environment is truly supporting their goals. Here’s a quick self-assessment: □ Our devices are less than four years old. □ Employees have the tools they need to work efficiently from anywhere. □ We have visibility into cybersecurity risks across our environment. □ Our technology
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A Smart Choice for Industrial Mobility

Make Increasing Productivity Look Easy. Performance, productivity, security, and rugged innovation are what you want and what we do. Can anyone else turn any Android mobile phone into a rugged workstation? We did that. If there’s a data collection problem, Glacier probably has a solution, or we’ll help you find one. We even built some from scratch, a time or two. [Related: This is Good For Your Business and
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The Rugged Computing Landscape has Changed Significantly

    If your current terminals are aging, slowing down, out of warranty, or no longer supported by your WMS vendor, now is a great time to explore what a refresh would look like — and what ROI you could realistically expect. The forklift computing landscape has changed, and there are some real opportunities for your operation. What’s new, As OS preferences change, migrating from
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FieldBook LD140: Transform Your Smartphone into a Rugged Workstation

Glacier Computer Launches the FieldBook LD140, Industry’s First Rugged CPU-Free Lapdock, in the U.S. Market New Milford, CT – Glacier Computer, a leading provider of rugged industrial computing solutions and a proud subsidiary of Logic Instrument, today announced the U.S. launch and availability of the FieldBook LD140, an innovative rugged Lapdock designed to transform compatible smartphones into powerful, durable workstations for demanding field and industrial environments. Check
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Upgrade and Save on Next Gen Intrinsically Safe Hardware 

We hope 2026 is off to a strong, productive start for you and your team, and we’d like to thank you for partnering with us to support your operations, even in the most challenging environments. The Aegex 100M Intrinsically Safe Tablet is positioned to be the most advanced, efficient, and rugged Windows tablet, with Zone 1, Zone 0* / CI, D1 certification in hazardous areas.
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Product End of Life Notice: Kodiak Computer

February 5, 2026 We are writing to formally announce the End of Life (EOL) of our Kodiak, Fixed Mounted Computer, effective July 1, 2026. While the Kodiak will reach End of Life status, we will continue to sell the product through June 2026, subject to availability. Customers may continue to place orders during this period. Please note that all existing warranties will be fully honored
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Don’t Get Left in the Cold

  In cold chain applications—such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, and perishable goods handling—devices face risks from condensation, slowed mechanical components in hard drives, battery degradation, and touchscreen malfunctions. Glacier addresses these challenges with purpose-built rugged tablets, handheld computers, and vehicle-mount terminals featuring use-specific options, like defrost/defog functions on resistive touchscreens (e.g., KODIAK series), wide operating temperature ranges, heated components, and hot-swappable batteries for continuous operation.
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