Sunday, October 29, 2017

EWIS launches specialized tablet computers (TABs) for sea trawlers

Mahinda Amaraweera-Minister of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources handing over the first EWIS T800RG tablet device to an owner of a fishing trawler while M.C.L. Fernando–Director General of the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources looks on.

E-W Information Systems Limited, recently announced that the company has launchedthe new EWIS T800RG - Sri Lanka’s very first rugged device – specially manufactured for rugged use such as the requirement of the fisheries industry in Sri Lanka.

This launch is well timed with the Sri Lankan government’s vision of adapting the international fisheries policy of the European Union through the introduction of the latest technology to the local fishing community and the fisheries industry.

Speaking at the ceremony at which the distribution of these mobile devices was launched with the issue of 20 units to fishermen as a symbolic gesture, Mahinda Amaraweera- Minister of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources stated that “It is indeed an historic moment for us as we implement technology into the Fisheries Industry of Sri Lanka – a first within this region. It has been the vision of the government of Sri Lanka to create a digitally inclusive nation, embracing technology and implementing IT to all industries”.

This all new EWIS T800RG device has been manufactured under the IP code 67 (International Protection Marking IEC standard 60529) which means that the device is protected against access to hazardous particles such as dust and the effects of temporary submission in water – for about 30 minutes in 1m depth of water-resulting it being the ideal device for every Sri Lankan fishermen considering the time spent at sea, travel distance, working hours and work methods.

Further the company confirms that the EWIS T800RG has undergone stringent testing methods – thus proving that it is dust proof, water proof and most importantly contains anti corrosion particles which makes the device sea worthy.

“As a pioneer and only original device manufacturer in Sri Lanka, we are constantly looking for opportunities to identify and satisfy various needs of our customers. Once such need has been identified, we take pride in introducing products and services that makes their lives easy – offering them the latest technology, affordable product mix, backed by our superior after sales service and extensive customer service outlets located across the country” stated Sanjeewa Wickramanayake – Chairman, E-W Information Systems. “With the EWIS T800RG device, our Sri Lankan fishermen can now have close contact and proper communication with land reducing the risk factors they encounter at sea”.

The EWIS T800RG device comes with Intel Atom processor, 2GB/32GB RAM storage, 8” screen, 2MP+5MP camera, micro SIM slot, micro SD Card, USB port, touch screen and wireless compatible.

The device is also 4G enabled and has full strength in terms of signals. The tabs come with a Lithium – ion polymer battery (8500mAh/3.7V).

The device comes with an inbuilt GPS system, which helps track the location of the trawler.

The proposed solution tracks and stores important information such as type of fish caught, place of catch, ideal location for fishing, full harvest of a fisherman which assists them in terms of direction and management of their time when they visit the same location for a second and third time.

It also helps the fishermen at sea, communicate with land, passing on details regarding their daily catch, reducing the lead time taken to transport the harvest to various markets by eliminating time taken to sort and segregate the daily catch, identify requirements of the various markets and the follow-up of transportation. With this solution, the whole process can flow efficiently, eliminating bottle necks and wastage.

 

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