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Mar
15

Steatite Exhibiting at the HOSDB Show March 22nd – 24th 2011 (Stand E3)

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Steatite will be exhibiting at The Home Office Scientific Development Branch (HOSDB) exhibition which is the UK’s premier platform for showcasing world leading technologies and solutions for law enforcement and public security applications. This exhibition is the UK’s only secure event for the engagement of UK and international police and security professionals with the pinnacle of the UK security industry.

• Security and Counter Terrorism
• Crime and Policing
• Border Security and Immigration Control

Steatite brings extensive experience to the show, in the design and provision of custom solutions, including rugged computing hardware and custom designed battery power. 

Steatite will be exhibiting a range of rugged products at the show including; The GD300 which Enables Unprecedented GPS and Situational Awareness for anti terror and War fighters. As light as commercial handheld GPS devices, the Android™-based GD300 enables war fighters to pinpoint their location, refer to pre-loaded mission plans and access secure tactical network.  In addition on display will be the Getac Mil-STD – 810G and IP65 certified V200 fully rugged convertible notebook and MH132 fully rugged Smartphone.

GD300

Where battery packs are required for demanding applications, Steatite has a proven heritage designing and manufacturing portable power for the most demanding applications. Steatite works with world class battery cell manufacturers providing true value added services, building chargeable and non– rechargeable lithium batteries and battery packs.

On display will be the Steatite Auxiliary power Unit designed for the professional user in critical applications where reliability and performance matter. Using rechargeable lithium batteries the APU provides excellent energy density. The pack is used widely by CROPS personnel, technical support units, rapid response units and other authorities who require portable power for electronic equipment. Steatite units incorporate safety electronics and battery protection and real state of charge LED indication.

For more details, please contact Steatite sales at sales@steatite.co.uk or visit us on stand E3 at HOSDB


Feb
24

Official Opening of New Steatite Facilities

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Office OpeningSteatite have officially opened their new self contained purpose built facility located within the Ravensbank Business Park in Redditch, Worcestershire. Sajid Javid, MP for Bromsgrove and Karen Lumley, MP for Redditch County, unveiled a plaque to mark the relocation.

This is a prime location only 4 miles from the M42 (J3) which makes Steatite’s new site extremely accessible to all its customers nationwide. Despite the current financial climate, Steatite has continued to grow from strength to strength which resulted in the need to expand production capabilities for its customers.

In December 2010, Steatite won a £100k+ contract to supply industrial computers to the new BBC site in Manchester for use in various control applications. This was using Steatite’s own design 1U lower power computers with a custom operating system.  Further to that Steatite secured another major contract worth over £250K with Enterprise PLC, The UK’s largest dedicated provider of maintenance and front-line services to the public sector and utility industry.

 

Office OpeningDuring 2010 profits in the first half of the year rose by 48% with sales increasing by 22% compared to the same period last year. This result reflects the growth of new   product development, key target market penetration and a strategy of focus on our key customer base.

The new facility increases from 12,000 ft to 25,000 ft, giving efficiencies in warehouse, production and office space which will offer increased production and stores space along with the capacity for extended testing. Steatite’s aim is to use the extra space available to improve production capability and reduce lead times, with the option to increase their stock holding for continuing improvement programs that will benefit all its customers.

“Since moving to Redditch, Steatite created 42 jobs” said John Lavery, Managing Director, Steatite. “Turnover has grown from £2.8 million to £16 million with plans to increase to a turnover of £30 million. We want to continue employing local semi and skilled work force, and we remain committed to working closely with our customers and develop strong relationships with blue-chip companies and smaller commercial customers alike.”

Dec
12
Dec
3

Steatite are Moving Facilities

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New PremisesOver the Christmas period Steatite are moving our operations to a new self contained purpose built facility located within the Ravensbank Business Park in Redditch, Worcestershire. This is a prime location only 4 miles from the M42 (J3) which makes our new site extremely accessible to all our customers’ nationwide.

As the UK’s largest provider of advanced computer based measurement & automation systems & battery packs for mission-critical applications, recent growth in our major market sectors requires extra space to meet the demands of our customers.

The new facility benefits from 25,000 sq ft of warehouse, production and office space that offers increased production and stores space along with the capacity for extended testing.

Further to that the building and courtyard is fully secured with a fenced perimeter, enabling enhanced security. Our goal is to use the extra space available to enable us to improve our production capability and reduce our lead times with the option to increase our stock holding.

Dec
1

Steatite Exhibited at ESS Show 2010

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Steatite Reports a Busy Two Days at ‘The Emergency Services Show’ 2010

Ess show

Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th, delivered a busy two days for Steatite at the 2010 Emergency Services show.

The UK’s dedicated event for emergency planning, response or recovery took place at Stoneleigh Park, Coventry. Attending the stand was Russell Cartwright, Sebastian Leaver, Debbie Reed, and Adam Jakeman. Partnering companies Mobile Data Partnership made appearances on the stand supporting the Steatite team during the busy two days.

Although official figures for the show have not yet been released, last years show attracted over 4,000 attendees and the organizers predicted 2010 to be the best yet.

 

 

 

Ess ShowDuring the show Steatite demonstrated its capability as a specialist design and manufacturer of long life embedded computers and customized battery packs, with a focus on in vehicle and rugged mobile computing.

Debbie Reed, Marketing Manager Steatite Ltd, Commented:

‘This was our first time showing at the exhibition and it was an opportunity for the team to meet many of our current customers while receiving new interest from visitors who approached us with specific requirements and technical questions, which resulted in a whole series of project ideas. Although very hard work, the general consensus of opinion from the team was that it was a great success.’

Sep
24

Steatite will be exhibiting at The Emergency Services Show 2010

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Steatite will be exhibiting at stand no 291 at The Emergency Services Show 2010. The UK’s only event for anyone involved in emergency planning, response or recovery will take place On Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th November at Stoneleigh Park, Coventry. Attracting over 4,000 attendees last year, 2010 will build on the success of the previous four years, promising to be the best yet.

The Emergency Services Show 2010 is a unique annual event promoting multi agency collaboration by bringing together everyone in the UK involved in an emergency. It will provide access to the latest technology, ideas and initiatives focused on improving public safety and protecting the environment and the Critical National Infrastructure. The show will be especially relevant in light of the current uncertain economic climate, with opportunities to speak to contemporaries and exhibitors to help with framework agreements, income generation, out-sourcing and equipment requirements.

Steatite will be demonstrating its capability as a specialists design and manufacturer of long life embedded computers. On display, computer solutions for use in vehicle applications where reliability, compactness, power efficiency and longevity of supply are required. Steatite is one of only 5 companies in Europe to offer custom operating systems based on the Windows Embedded Standard platform.

In addition Steatite Rugged division, who are specialists, in supporting professional organisations rugged mobile computing requirements with a turnkey service from concept to conclusion will be demonstrating vehicle mounted rugged computing solutions.

Where battery packs are required for demanding applications, Steatite has a proven heritage designing and manufacturing portable power for the most demanding applications. Steatite works with world class battery cell manufacturers providing true value added services, building chargeable and non– rechargeable lithium batteries and battery packs. Steatite’s range of portable rugged power solutions will also be available for inspection.

Debbie Reed, Marketing Manager Steatite Ltd, comments;

“The Emergency Services Show offers the unique opportunity to meet with specialist suppliers to facilitate mutually beneficial buying arrangements and discuss new important innovations and products.”

To register for The Emergency Services Show 2010 or to learn more visit www.ess2010.com.

Aug
26

A|D|S House of Lords Visit

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Steatite recently attended the A|D|S Annual Security Conference, held this year on Thursday 8th July in the magnificent Peers Dining Room, at the House of Lords. The event is designed to bring together A|D|S members for a unique networking event, whilst also using the time to update on market activities, trends and new developments.

The key note speaker for this year’s event was Bernard Hogan Howe from Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of the Constabulary.

Steatite is an active member of A|D|S and regularly uses events like this to keep abreast of new information, trends and more importantly meeting other members which do benefit UK business.

Michael Mountfield, Steatite’s Business Development Manager, who attended this years event said, “Events like this are a great opportunity for members both new and old to meet. As the market and it’s demands change, it is vitally important that we understand it’s needs and these gatherings are a unique opportunity to meet many individuals and companies, and on this occasion, within such historic surroundings.”

Press Contact: James Munger – Group Marketing Manager – Marketing@steatite.co.uk

Apr
29

Counter Terror Expo 2010: Record Attendance Reflects Threat From Terrorism Remains High

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Counter Terror

April 14-15 delivered a busy week for the Steatite Team at the 2010 Counter Terror show.

The official show figures have revealed that over a two day period an excess of 6900 attendees passed through Olympia’s National Hall doors. This show has enabled the team to meet many of our current customers while receiving new interest from visitors who approached us with specific requirements and technical questions, which resulted in a whole series of project ideas.

Attending on the Steatite stand was Mike Mountfield, Paul Edwards, Sebastian Leaver and Debbie Reed. The Team experienced two extremely busy days at the Olympia Exhibition centre in London.

Due to the unprecedented demand from the sector, the Counter Terror Expo will move to the much larger Grand Hall of London’s Olympia Exhibition and Conference Centre in 2011.

Debbie Reed Marketing Manager for Steatite comments:

“This was our first time exhibiting at the show. Although very hard work, the general consensus of opinion from the team was that it was a great success and we were so impressed that we have booked a space at the next Counter Terror show planned for April 2011.”

Apr
8

Microsoft Windows Embedded Server Products

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When designing an embedded solution it is very easy to spend many hours and much of your budget designing your end point client device and leave all thoughts of the server that will be running these devices until the last minute when it is often too late to evaluate products correctly.

This can often lead to a poor choice in hardware and software and potentail weaknesses in your embedded solution.

The overall reliability of any computer system is dictated by the weakest part in the chain; if you are designing a system that is going to be in a dirty environment and you spend your budget designing a bullet proof embedded node but use an off the shelf commercial server you should expect this to be the part of the solution that fails.

The same theory applies with software, if you have spent time and money designing application software to run within a specific environment which meets very specific critirea, would you not wish to be sure this is not only the running on the correct operating system that offers adequate perfromance and security, but also offers the longevity of supply you require?

It is a little known fact that Microsoft have an embedded server range, and those that do know of it tend not to really understand how it can benefit their solution.

Selecting the correct Microsoft Embedded Server O/S at the out set will enable you to develop your software and embedded solution safe in the knowledge that not only do you have the correct technology to back you up, but also that you will be able to obtain this technology for as long as required.

Why not contact us on 01527 406895 to discuss your requirements in more detail.

Press Contact: James Munger – Group Marketing Manager – Marketing@steatite.co.uk

Mar
18

Steatite Exhibiting at the Counter Terror Expo 2010

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Steatite is pleased to invite you to visit us at the Counter Terror Expo 2010 at Olympia London, on the 14th & 15th April 2010 where we will be demonstrating our design capabilities and bespoke rugged technology solutions.

The Exhibition is the largest event globally to focus on Counter Terrorism and specialist security solutions for the public and private sector. It brings together all relevant organisations and equipment suppliers with the aim of improving public safety.

Steatite brings extensive experience in the design and provision of custom solutions, including rugged computing hardware and custom designed battery power.

The Steatite Showcase will include the latest in vehicle embedded computer technology, along with an STE-P270; a bespoke rugged computer solution designed by Steatite and intended for use in remote outdoor environments.

The STE-P270 is computer technology, embedded into a rugged peli-case, designed for covert operations and powered by a Steatite lithium battery solution; purposely built to last from 12 to 16 hours. Also displaying Steatite APU lithium battery solutions and a range of rugged notebooks, for challenging environments.

Counter Terror Expo 2010

 

Admission to the exhibition is free of charge.

To register online just click onto the following link and proceed to registration.

http://www.counterterrorexpo.com/

 

For more details, please contact Steatite sales at sales@steatite.co.uk or visit the Counter Terror Expo website at http://www.counterterrorexpo.com/

We look forward to seeing you at Counter Terror Expo – Stand A15.

Press Contact: James Munger – Group Marketing Manager – Marketing@steatite.co.uk

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