RuggON, a manufacturer of rugged computing solutions for harsh environments, has launched the Iridium Connected™ VORTEX, a Vehicle-Mounted Computer (VMC) designed for reliable connectivity in remote areas. The VORTEX connects to the Iridium® satellite network, which covers 100% of the planet, including the north and south poles, ensuring data exchange in locations without terrestrial signals like 5G and Wi-Fi.

The Vortex is a compact, all-in-one VMC with a 7" screen, built to withstand shocks and severe weather. Its ruggedized design fits on the dashboard of any vehicle, providing powerful computing capabilities with a 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i5 processor and satellite communication connectivity. This makes it suitable for vehicle crews operating in extremely remote areas and adverse weather conditions.

RuggON will showcase the rugged Iridium Connected Vortex VMC at upcoming trade shows, including MINExpo in Las Vegas (September 24-26) and IMARC in Sydney (October 29-31).

With its powerful processing and extreme connectivity, the VORTEX VMC is ideal for demanding industries such as mining, maritime, aviation, government, industrials, energy (oil and gas), transportation, agriculture, and exploration. It also serves as a valuable tool for scientists and explorers who require reliable connectivity in remote locations, far from the reach of 5G towers.

"RuggON is proud to bring such a unique and versatile VMC to the market. If our users move out of range of 5G and WiFi services, they can still connect via Iridium's global satellite network, which covers every corner of the planet, including the North and South Poles," said Sean Lee, vice president of RuggON. "On top of that, the Vortex is ruggedized to withstand extreme temperatures, dust, rain, shocks, vibration, and more. It really offers extreme connectivity in extreme environments."

RuggON's Iridium Connected Vortex VMC

The Vortex is a ruggedized VMC designed to thrive in extreme environments, serving industries such as mining, maritime, aviation, government, industrials, energy (oil and gas), transportation, and agriculture.

For more information regarding the VORTEX VMC, please visit RuggON's website.