Company Overview
Since 1989, Getac has been manufacturing rugged computers for some of the most demanding users in some of the most demanding environments. As one of the leading rugged computer manufacturers, Getac offers the most extensive rugged computing product lines including notebook, tablets and handheld computers.
Our products are found across the globe in a wide range of sectors from military and defense, law enforcement and public safety, utility, field service, oil and gas, telecommunications, transportation to 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.
In January 2010, we shook up the industry by including a 5-year bumper-to-bumper warranty on our fully rugged computers.
Today, we've welcomed several large customers into the Getac family:
- 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 (Australia) - 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 $25.3 billion dollars consolidated revenue in 2011 (USD).
Company History
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1985MiTAC forms Defense Electronics Division.
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1989GE Aerospace and MiTAC established Getac brand in Taiwan as a 50/50 joint venture.
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1990RCS 86/35 ships with central computer and I/O processor module with temperature range from -55C to 71C.
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1991T-series debut as the first rugged portable luggage computer with four full size expansion slots.
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1992N-series launches as first rugged military notebook computer with military connectors and GPS.
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1993Introduced I-series rugged notebook for heavy industrial application.
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1994L-series launches as Getac's first light weight rugged portable notebook.
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1995Began manufacturing first A-series rugged notebook featuring magnesium-alloy chassis.
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1995Certified as an ISO 9001 company.
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1995Getac, Inc. established in California for North American sales and service.
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1996CA-series rugged tablet PC launches.
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1997Certified as an ISO 14001 company.
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1998Began manufacturing consumer/commercial notebooks for key internationally recognized brand.
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2001Compact W-series rugged notebook launches with 10" LCD display and weighted five pounds.
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2002Began manufacturing law enforcement rugged computer for key internationally recognized brand.
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2002IPO on Taiwan Stock Exchange, under ticker number 3005.
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2003Certified as an OHSAS 18001 company.
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2004Launch M220, Getac first 14"/15" large screen size rugged notebook.
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2004Began manufacturing LCD televisions and MP3 players as an OEM/ODM supplier.
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2006Launched first rugged notebook with embedded wireless 3G module.
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2006Instituted green product production initiative at all manufacturing plants.
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2007P470 launches as Getac's first semi-rugged notebook.
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2007Merged MiTAC Precision Technology into MiTAC Technology Corporation to expand component module business.
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2008Getac's adds the 8212 business rugged notebook to the lineup.
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2008B300 launches with the word's first 1200 NITs sunlight readable display in a rugged notebook computer.
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2008E100 launches as industry's lightest 8.4 inch fully rugged tablet weighing just 1.4kg.
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2008PS535E fully rugged GPS PDA are launched.
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2008B300 rugged notebook obtains salt fog certification. [MIL-STD-810F part 509.4]
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20092nd Generation PS535F fully rugged GPS PDA is launched with altimeter and E-compass.
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20092nd Generation PS535F fully rugged GPS PDA is launched with altimeter and E-compass.
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2009Announced agreement with HP in US to supply and service rugged computers through HP's 3rd Party Solution group.
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2009Established Getac UK to expand rugged sales in England and Scandinavian countries.
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2009Acquired the stake of Waffer Technology Corp., the world's third largest Mg-Al mechanical parts manufacturer.
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2010Launched industry's best 5-Year bumper-to-bumper warranty.
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2010Added V200 12.1" convertible to fully rugged lineup.
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2011Launched S400 semi-rugged notebook--the most durable semi-rugged available.
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2011X500 ultra-rugged notebook launches with a large 15.6" high-definition display, expansion chassis and powerful processor.
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2012The PS336 handheld device debuts with Getac's pioneering Flexiconn™ technology for expanded device capability.
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2012Getac takes service to the next level by forming a partnership with FedEx TechConnect to provide repair service for Getac products.
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2012Getac secures their hold in the smaller form factor space with the launch of the Z710 Android-based tablet.
Fast Facts
| Company | Getac Technology Corporation |
| Established | 1989 |
| Publicly Listed | 2002 |
| Stock Symbol | TAIDEX:3005 |
| 2011 Revenue | $536 Million USD |
| Capital | $165 Million USD |
| Chairman | James Hwang |
