Maxatec Announces the Pidion Advance Semi-rugged BM-170

ALTRINCHAM, England, August 23, 2010 - Maxatec, the certified supplier of epos systems (
www.maxatec-europe.com/) extends its range of rugged hand held mobile
computing devices to include the Pidion Advanced Semi-rugged BM-170. A fast
and reliable Wi-Fi and GPRS connection, teamed with its durability and
stability, makes it a worthwhile addition to any hard-working business over a
range of industries.

Adding to the existing mobile computing range, the Advanced Semi-rugged
BM-170 (
www.maxatec-europe.com/content/pages/products/models/pidion-bm-170.shtml)
is a durable, cost effective tool for improving and streamlining your
business.

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Suitable for a range of industries including Field Service, Healthcare,
Fleet Management and many more, it promises to make your business more
efficient and reliable.

The BM-170 offers its users a 1.5 metre drop-resistant outer shell,
allowing it to withstand landing on steel surfaces multiple times. With the
ability to function in temperatures ranging from -20C to 55C the BM-170 is a
long-lasting and robust choice. The smart user interface, which encompasses a
3.5 inch touch screen display supported by a 3.0 megapixel AF camera, creates
the perfect tool for workers on the move. The durable yet sensitive screen
enables easy collection of digital signatures, taking orders, or looking up
data, whereas the camera is ideal for capturing images for proof of
condition.

Andrea Percival, Director of Maxa Technologies, said: 'We are delighted
that Bluebird has released the BM-170. There are some significant competitive
advantages with the product, including battery capacity, camera and price.
The Bluebird range just keeps on improving and is a highly attractive product
set for many markets. We have been working with Bluebird for more than a year
now, and we believe that our marketing activities with the Bluebird products
are now paying dividends as we have carved ourselves a niche in a very
competitive market.'

Connectivity includes a fast data communication with HSDPA mobile radio
and Wi-Fi, as well as an integrated A-GPS allowing the device to be tracked
at all times, leaving you to provide fast and reliable delivery.

The BM-170 utilises Windows Mobile 6.5 with a powerful 806MHz processor,
offering best in class performance within an easy to navigate operating
system. With a 128MB RAM 256MB ROM memory capacity and a 3,200mAh extended
battery life the BM-170 will last through the busiest of days with ease and
efficiency.

To view the BM-170 visit:
www.maxatec-europe.com/press/2010/08/pidion-bm-170

About Maxatec

Maxatec (www.maxatec-europe.com/) is an ISO 9001:2008 certified
Value Added Supplier of Specialist IT Hardware and Services to the Auto ID,
POS and Mobile markets. As well as offering own brand products, Maxatec's
product portfolio includes Cognitive TPG point of sale and bar code label
printers, Barcode & Label Printers NCR POS terminals, Extech portable receipt
printers, TSC industrial label printers, Zebex bar code scanners, MMF cash
drawers, FlexPOS POS terminals, and Firich (FEC) Touch screens and SAMMI
mobile computing devices.

Maxatec also offers software and services including NiceLabel label
design package, and a wide range of consumables (paper, labels, and ribbons),
spare parts and in-house and on-site service capabilities.

The Maxatec brand is synonymous with high standards of service as well as
high performance, high quality products.

    For more information about Maxatec:
    Tel: +44(0)161-942-7850
    Fax +44(0)161-927-7664
    info@maxatec-europe.com

For more information about Maxatec: Tel: +44(0)161-942-7850, Fax +44(0)161-927-7664, info at maxatec-europe.com