Handheld today announced its continued expansion by joining forces with Australian based rugged computer distributor, AvanTEC Pty Ltd.

"We are excited to join forces with AvanTEC and jointly expand our reach for the growing world market for rugged computer use," said Jerker Hellstrom, CEO and Chairman of the Handheld group.

"One goal in our global expansion is to work with partners that can add that extra level of support, service and business know-how to our superb product line up and AvanTEC is a perfect match with our ambitions".
 
The Handheld group was founded in 1997 and is today one of the world leading suppliers of durable, rugged handheld and PDA computers for industries such as forestry, geotech, construction, maintenance, the military, transportation and logistics. The focus of the group is, together with its collaborating partners, to deliver comprehensive solutions for the mobile field professional.

"We are thrilled to bring the extensive product line from Handheld into the APAC market," said Dave Cawsey. "The diversity of our product line now allows us to offer our customers more options to manage their mobile workforce effectively and efficiently. The addition of Handheld's ultra rugged, cutting edge and excellent value technology, will allow our customers to find a mobility solution that really works best for them."

For more information about Handheld by clicking on the link to our website, or simply send a reply to:
Dave Cawsey
General Manager
Tel: +61 2 9420 0438
Mobile: +61 488 425 128
Email: dcawsey@avantec.com.au
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