Getac

Company Overview

Since 1989, Getac (TWSE: 3005) has been providing rugged computing solutions for demanding professionals in extreme environments. Getac was established as a joint venture with GE Aerospace to supply defense electronic products. Getac is one of the key subsidiaries of the MiTAC-Synnex Group, the third largest computing group in Taiwan, with US$29.4 billion in revenues (2014). Our products have passed the most stringent international rugged testing standards for rough handling and outdoor mobility.

As one of the leading rugged computer providers, Getac offers the most extensive rugged computing product lines including laptops, tablets and handheld computers. Getac serves a wide range of vertical markets from including military & defense, law enforcement, public safety, emergency services, utility, field services, oil and gas, telecommunications, transportation and industrial manufacturing.

Getac has made several technological breakthroughs that improve the performance and safety of using computers in dangerous environments including:

QuadraClear® sunlight readable display screens.

Night vision without goggles.

Advanced power saving technology.

Industry's first resistive multi-touch display for use with gloves.

Industry-best 5-year warranty on our fully rugged computers.

In January 2010, we shook up the industry by including a 5-year bumper-to-bumper warranty on our fully rugged computers.

Existing large customers of Getac worldwide:

United States Air Force (USA) - B300
Houston Police Department (USA) - B300
Dutch Army (Netherlands) - V100
South East Water (United Kingdom) - V200
Surete du Quebec (Canada) - V100
San Jose Police Department (USA) - B300
Karntner State Forestry Agency (Austria) - PS535F
Jenoptik AG (Germany) - E100
Orlando Police Department (USA) - B300
Veiligheidsregio IJsselland Fire Department (Netherlands) - V100
The Berliner Wasserbetriebe (Germany - Berlin Water) - V200
Alabama Gas Company (USA) - S400 / B300
Heilongjiang Province Forestry Bureau (China) PS535F
Austrian National Skijump Team (Austria) - B300
Fraport AG (Germany - Frankfurt Airport) - E100
Northeast Utilities (USA) - B300 / V100
Scottish and Southern Energy (United Kingdom) - E100
Florida Fish & Wildlife (USA) - V100 / V200 / S400
Charleston County (USA) - B300 / S400 / V100

Getac Inc, is a division of Getac Technology Corporation. Getac was established in 1989 as a joint venture with GE Aerospace to supply defense electronic products. Apart from the rugged computing business, Getac is also involved with the design and manufacture of plastic and lightweight metal components. The acquisition of Waffer Technology in 2009 has made Getac the world's third largest aluminum-magnesium alloy producer.

Getac is one of the key subsidiaries of MiTAC-Synnex Business Group, the third largest computing group in Taiwan with $29.4 billion dollars consolidated revenue in 2014 (USD).

Getac History

1985 - MiTAC forms Defence Electronics Division.

MiTAC forms Defence Electronics Division.

1989 - GE Aerospace and MiTAC established Getac brand in Taiwan as a 50/50 joint venture.

1990 - RCS 86/35 ships with central computer and I/O processor module with temperature range from -55C to 71C.

1991 - T-series debut as the first rugged portable luggage computer with four full size expansion slots.

1992 - N-series launches as first rugged military notebook computer with military connectors and GPS.

1993 - Introduced I-series rugged notebook for heavy industrial application.

1994 - L-series launches as Getac's first light weight rugged portable notebook.

1995 - Began manufacturing first A-series rugged notebook featuring magnesium-alloy chassis.

Certified as an ISO 9001 company.

Getac, Inc. established in California for North American sales and service.

1996 - CA-series rugged tablet PC launches.

1997 - Certified as an ISO 14001 company.

1998 - Began manufacturing consumer/commercial notebooks for key internationally recognized brand.

2001 - Compact W-series rugged notebook launches with 10" LCD display and weighted five pounds.

2002 - Began manufacturing law enforcement rugged computer for key internationally recognized brand.

IPO on Taiwan Stock Exchange, under ticker number 3005.

2003 - Certified as an OHSAS 18001 company.

2004 - Launch M220, Getac first 14"/15" large screen size rugged notebook.

Began manufacturing LCD televisions and MP3 players as an OEM/ODM supplier.

2006 - Instituted green product production initiative at all manufacturing plants.

Instituted green product production initiative at all manufacturing plants.

2007 - P470 launches as Getac's first semi-rugged notebook.

Merged MiTAC Precision Technology into MiTAC Technology Corporation to expand component module business.

2008 - Getac's adds the 8212 business rugged notebook to the lineup.

B300 launches with the word's first 1200 NITs sunlight readable display in a rugged notebook computer.

E100 launches as industry's lightest 8.4 inch fully rugged tablet weighing just 1.4kg.

PS535E fully rugged GPS PDA are launched.

B300 rugged notebook obtains salt fog certification. [MIL-STD-810F part 509.4]

2009 - 2nd Generation PS535F fully rugged GPS PDA is launched with altimeter and E-compass.

2nd Generation PS535F fully rugged GPS PDA is launched with altimeter and E-compass.

Announced agreement with HP in US to supply and service rugged computers through HP's 3rd Party Solution group.

Established Getac UK to expand rugged sales in England and Scandinavian countries.

Acquired the stake of Waffer Technology Corp., the world's third largest Mg-Al mechanical parts manufacturer.

2010 - Launched industry's best 5-Year bumper-to-bumper warranty.

Added V200 12.1" convertible to fully rugged lineup.

2011 - Launched S400 semi-rugged notebook--the most durable semi-rugged available.

X500 ultra-rugged notebook launches with a large 15.6" high-definition display, expansion chassis and powerful processor.

2012 - Getac X500 Fully Rugged notebook won Taiwan Excellence Awards--Gold Award.

The PS336 handheld device debuts with Getac's pioneering Flexiconn™ technology for expanded device capability.

Getac takes service to the next level by forming a partnership with FedEx TechConnect to provide repair service for Getac products.

Getac secures their hold in the smaller form factor space with the launch of the Z710 Android-based tablet.

2013 - Getac launches the most technological advanced fully rugged tablet with android 4.1

Getac Introduces X500 Mobile Rugged Server

Getac Announced significant upgrades to one of its flagship products – the B300 fully rugged notebook.

THINNEST AND LIGHTEST EVER MADE - Getac V110 fully rugged convertible and F110 fully rugged tablet launch

2014 - GETAC T800 8.1" FULLY RUGGED TABLET DESIGNED FOR THE MOBILE WORKER