Canada’s demanding frontline industries rely on rugged devices to get the job done

From healthcare staff, to construction crews, to factory workers, learn how rugged devices are helping some of Canada’s toughest workforces meet their productivity needs.

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For some of Canada’s most demanding industries—construction, manufacturing and healthcare—workers in the field rely on mobile devices to access documents, take accurate notes and stay connected.

From dirt and dust, to bumps, drops, splashes and vibration, workers in these industries do their jobs under extremely challenging conditions. Their devices need to do the same and work with reduced risk of damage or battery loss, all while keeping workers more productive.

Fortunately, the Samsung Galaxy rugged lineup can handle whatever the day throws at workers in the construction, manufacturing and healthcare industries. Designed with military-grade durability,^[1] the Galaxy Tab Active Pro and Galaxy Tab Active3 tablets, and Galaxy XCover Pro smartphone, are being used on frontlines across Canada.

Maximum durability for the construction site

Whether you’re operating heavy equipment or building a foundation on a muddy job site, the Galaxy rugged lineup is more than up to the task. Tightly clad in easy-to-grip protective cases, the devices are IP68-certified,^[2] meaning they repel dust, dirt and sand, and are water-resistant up to a submersion depth of 1.5 metres for up to 30 minutes—so there’s no need to worry about slippery fingers and stray puddles.

Galaxy rugged devices have even passed military-specification testing against 23 environmental conditions, including drop, temperature, shock, vibration, altitude changes and more.¹ The Galaxy Tab Active3 offers enhanced shock absorption to withstand drops of up to 1.5 metres^[3], ideal for on-the-go workers who are constantly trudging over rough terrain and scaling scaffolding. For site-hopping tradespeople who work with a device in one hand and a tool in the other, the 6.3-inch screen on the Galaxy XCover Pro strikes a balance between portability and optimal real estate.

With workers spread out across the job site, fieldwork also requires seamless communication. The Galaxy XCover Pro sports programmable buttons that support a Push-to-Talk feature that launches Microsoft Teams Walkie Talkie in a moment’s notice, allowing field workers to stay in constant communication. So, even when separated by four floors of rebar and drywall, workers can remain in constant contact without worrying about fickle frequencies and radio signals.

Prioritizing productivity on the factory floor

Factories and other production jobs involve an array of tracking and monitoring tasks, forms and checklists. The Galaxy Tab Active3 and Galaxy Tab Active Pro come packaged with the S Pen, a digital stylus that allows the user to jot down notes on documents like manifests and waybills, turning writing into text on demand. And because the S Pen is also IP68-certified for water and dust resistance,^[4] it’s simple to secure signatures— even when receiving a loading-bay delivery in pouring rain or next to a machine churning out particulate.

For times when a touchscreen feels limiting—whether you’re compiling notes taken during a walk through the warehouse floor, answering emails after a long day operating a casting machine or even tracking shipments and deliveries—you can easily connect your rugged device to an external keyboard or monitor. The Galaxy Tab Active3 and Galaxy Tab Active Pro take advantage of the Samsung DeX^[5] platform to connect with keyboards, mice, Smart TVs and Smart Monitors. The DeX platform brings PC-like actions to the mobile space, such as drag-and-drop functionality and resizable windows for easier transfer and multitasking. It’s as simple as hooking up a USB cable or casting using a wireless connection back at the office. Less time wasted on switching devices means improved productivity.

With hardware streamlining in mind, the Galaxy Tab Active3 and Galaxy XCover Pro include Samsung Knox Capture, a barcode-scanning app.[6] If you’re a warehouse worker double-checking inventory, it only takes a swift, touchless scan to bring up what you need—no additional, dedicated scanner needed.

With the Galaxy Tab Active Pro and Galaxy Tab Active3 tablets, and Galaxy XCover Pro smartphone, frontline workers can get the job done every time. Even with gloves on.

Seamless connection in a healthcare setting

In the middle of a medical emergency or appointment, running out of battery life is not an option. You need a device you can rely on. With long-lasting battery life, power is seldom an issue with the Galaxy rugged lineup. And if you do finally run out of charge during a long shift, there’s no need to interrupt patient rounds to search for an outlet—the devices also offer the convenient capability to swap batteries.

With so many tasks on the go, healthcare professionals also need the capability to display detailed images such as medical scans at a large size for maximum diagnostic detail. The Galaxy Tab Active Pro offers a sleek 10.1-inch HD display, excellent for optimal visibility of patient records and images.

While many touchscreen devices falter when the user is wearing latex gloves, the entire Galaxy Rugged lineup comes equipped with enhanced touch sensitivity[7], allowing healthcare workers the ability to get the job done while adhering to their safety and sanitation protocols.

Whether you’re a construction worker up to your elbows in mud, an emergency-room physician in the midst of life-saving action or a machinist working hard on the production line, the Galaxy rugged lineup is your ideal companion.

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^[1] These devices passed U.S. military specification (MIL-STD-810G for the Galaxy XCover Pro, Galaxy Tab Active Pro, MIL-STD-810H for the Galaxy Tab Active3 – Environmental Engineering Considerations and Laboratory Tests is a United States Military Standard) testing against a subset of 21 and 23 specific environmental conditions, respectively, including temperature, dust, shock/vibration, and low pressure/high altitude. Real world usage varies from the specific environmental conditions used in MIL-STD-810G/MIL-STD-810H testing. Samsung does not guarantee device performance in all extreme conditions. Please see the inbox Quick Start Guide.

^[2] IP68 rating means that the device is protected against harmful ingress of dust and static fresh water at up to 1.5 m for up to 30 minutes, under certain defined test conditions. According to accredited test results, individual results may vary. Note: IP68 rating does not mean that the device is waterproof.

^[3] Anti-shock drop resistance up to 1.2m device only and up to 1.5m with in-box cover. Drop test results are based on internal Samsung laboratory tests.

^[4] IP68 rating means that the device is protected against harmful ingress of dust and static fresh water at up to 1.5 m for up to 30 minutes, under certain defined test conditions. According to accredited test results, individual results may vary. Note: IP68 rating does not mean that the device is waterproof.

^[5] Samsung DeX can be activated via Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3 with accessories such as an HDMI adapter, multi-port adapter or cable. Accessories and monitor sold separately. Using a genuine Samsung HDMI adapter or cable qualified for Samsung DeX is recommended. Certain apps may not run or may require license (for purchase) on Samsung DeX.

[6] Free trial may be available for this service. Please check www.samsung.com/knox. Additional license is required for Knox Capture.

[7] Touch sensitivity may vary depending on glove material.