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When all else fails, utility companies have to be ready—at all hours and under all weather conditions. To meet this need, Panasonic builds a full line of Toughbook mobile computers with durability designed into every seal, hinge and connector. Toughbook laptops can withstand the knocks, drops, spills, vibrations and daily abuse associated with utility system maintenance and operations.

Utilities equipped with Toughbook laptops and utility-specific solutions from Panasonic's partners benefit from enhanced field operations, reduced operating costs and improved regulatory compliance.

The Toughbook Advantage for Utilities

The unpredictable variables that affect utilities necessitate having rugged, reliable solutions that can stay connected under the most demanding environmental conditions. Rugged Panasonic Toughbook laptops, with integrated mobile broadband wireless, stay operational longer with less downtime and fewer repairs. This results in a lower total cost of ownership and a greater return on investment.

Utilities Solutions

Toughbook mobile computers in combination with the products and services supplied by Panasonic's many hardware, software, middleware and wireless carrier partners provide utilities nationwide with the most effective solutions.

Automated Meter Reading Solutions

Toughbook mobile computers solutions advance meter reading capabilities with automated, wireless meter reading capabilities that allow for faster and more accurate data collection, and real time transfer of data back to headquarters—all without technicians needing to leave their trucks.

Outage Management Solutions

When disaster strikes, Toughbook mobile computers allow utility companies to respond quickly, dispatching crews to an outage while providing quick and easy access to maps, specs, work orders or service manuals. Toughbook laptops offer the durability, mobility and reliable wireless connectivity utilities require to restore service quickly.

Plant Management and Maintenance Solutions

Plant management and maintenance requires continuous attention to ensure uninterrupted service. Wireless Toughbook mobile computers give managers and maintenance crews real time access to equipment status, schematics, work histories and repair manuals so they can deliver the quality service customers expect.

Routine Maintenance Solutions

Routine asset management/facilities management (AM/FM) requires crews to work at the plants, in the field and all points in between. Toughbook mobile computers provide crews full access to the online information they need to get the job done anytime, anywhere.

Ultra-mobile-rugged Solutions

Utilities require a mobile computing solution that can help its field personnel perform their jobs more efficiently, whether they're reading meters, performing routine maintenance or responding to emergencies such as power outages. Panasonic Toughbook® ultra-mobile-rugged PC's provide the power, flexibility and ruggedness to meet the diverse needs of utilities field workers.