Customer request: a rugged computer with specialized connectors The customer required a rugged computer for use in demanding outdoor environments on drilling and piling rigs. The device needed custom connectors compatible with their existing GEO equipment. Solution: a rugged computer with redesigned connector interface and branded housing We delivered a customized version of our standard…
30 Years of Experience and More than 100 Successful Rugged Tech Customizations Delivered
All businesses operate differently, and sometimes the standard solutions available on the market don’t fully address the specific challenges. Customized JLT rugged systems are tailored to your unique requirements.
Tailored Rugged Solutions. Modular by Design
Every industrial operation has unique requirements, and off-the-shelf devices don’t always provide the perfect fit. That’s why JLT offers extensive customization options for vehicle-mounted terminals. From tailored antennas, cables, and mounting solutions to specialized GPS boards, CAN-bus integrations, connectors, and fully custom designs, JLT works closely with customers to develop solutions optimized for their specific workflows, environments, and applications.
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Custom Rugged Computing Solutions from JLT
Unlike traditional ODM or fully custom projects, JLT makes specialized hardware accessible.
No High-Volume Commitments
Get a tailored solution without large Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs).
Reduced Risk
We maintain product lifetime responsibility, so you don’t have to.
Faster Time-to-Market:
By building on our validated x86 and Android platforms, we significantly reduce development time, engineering costs, and validation risks.
Tailored for Rugged Tech Adoption
JLT’s customization for an industrial approach goes beyond rugged hardware. We support customers throughout the entire process—from solution design and system integration to deployment and long-term product support. Even organizations with lower production volumes can benefit from tailored solutions that meet their operational needs. With proactive component monitoring, dedicated technical support, and decades-long customer relationships, JLT provides a trusted partnership for companies seeking rugged technology built specifically for their operations.
Key Features at a Glance:
– Custom antennas, cables, and mounting solutions
– Special GPS boards and connectors
– CAN-bus integration
– ATEX compliance adaptations
– Alternative interfaces and branding
– Low production volume flexibility
– Deployment services included
– Proactive component monitoring
JLT Case Studies
Insights and expertise from the world of rugged computing
Customer request: Branded high-performance HMI for floor mapping The customer needed an HMI (Human Machine Interface) device that complemented their floor mapping equipment, capable of delivering high performance analyses of the incoming sensor data. The sensors measured wall and floor thickness in oil tanks and detected oxidation in the metal. Solution: A customized JLT rugged…
Customer request: A rugged computer for tank truck operations The customer needed a rugged computer to serve as the main Human Machine Interface (HMI) for controlling fueling and refueling of a tank truck. The solution needed to be able to achieve ATEX Zone 1 and 2 certification. Solution: A rugged computer with integrated vehicle interface…
Customer request: Rugged computer with special GPS A customer in the ports industry needed a rugged computer to operate their Terminal Operating System (TOS) with a specialized GPS solution. The device also required a pre-configured BIOS and image, complete with a branded startup logo. Redesign of JLT’s existing JLT1014P rugged computer We provided a tailored…
Customer request: Seamless integration with existing installations The customer wanted a solution to connect JLT devices to the existing infrastructure on their forklifts without extensive reinstallation. Custom cable adapters provided the solution We developed custom cable adapters featuring JLT connectors on one side and the existing connectors on the other. This ensured seamless routing of…
Customer request: Simple replacement of old units The customer was looking for a straightforward solution to replace outdated vehicle-mount terminals (VMTs) with modern JLT VMTs without redoing the entire installation on each forklift. Custom brackets simplified the work We designed a custom bracket so the new JLT6012 computers was compatible with the existing U-mounts already…
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Turn Real-Time Data Into Operational Advantage
Vehicle-mount computers are rugged industrial systems purpose-built for forklifts and mobile equipment, delivering reliable performance in harsh environments where traditional devices fail. From warehouses to ports and cold storage, they enable real-time data access, streamline workflows, and reduce costly downtime, driving measurable gains in productivity, accuracy, and safety.
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Customer Quotes and Expert Reviews
See why leading companies trust JLT for their rugged computing needs
Conrad Blickenstorfer
Principal
Rugged PC Review
“Impressive though those ruggedness specs are, they can’t convey just how solid and trust-inspiring the JLT6012A feels, and how meticulously engineered and built the panel is inside. This is craftsmanship of the highest grade.”
Conrad Blickenstorfer
Principal
Rugged PC Review
“The JLT6012A rugged computer merges the quality and toughness of an ultra-rugged vehicle-mount with the flexibility and ease of use of a modern Android smartphone.”
Lennart Cider
Product Architect
Volvo
“Thanks to the software being used on our JLT computers, this information is delivered very clearly and unambiguously. In fact, some of the drivers from the beginning of the project relied very heavily on the computers and many asked us not to take the JLT hardware away. If we have any new challenges, JLT will certainly be at the top of my list!”
Leif Prusse Lauridsen
Technician Maintenance
Solar Denmark A/S Solar
“The rugged computers from JLT are reliable, with great network connectivity and they don’t need constant rebooting. They never break down. I’ve never sent one in for repair in the four years we’ve had them.”
Klas Lundasen
IT Technician
SSAB Common IT Service
Our relationship with JLT started in 2003 and their products have been up and running with an almost non-existent failure rate ever since then. The latest addition JLT6012 computers fit right in; they’re built to last and fully recyclable.
James Sloan
Chief Financial Officer
Swire Coca-Cola, USA
“We have used forklift computers from JLT since 2011 and the results and customer service have exceeded expectations. JLT has been extremely helpful in Swire Coca-Cola’s continued growth, which has required improving our inventory system in our warehouse operations.”