Pepperl+Fuchs Ecom Introduces Ex-Cover Pro D2 Smartphone

May 13, 2021
The premium, rugged, multi-purpose smartphone is based off of the Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro.

Pepperl+Fuchs Ecom, manufacturer of mobile devices rated for hazardous areas, introduces a new mobile device for frontline workers in Division 2 areas – the Ex-Cover Pro D2. Building on the the Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro, the Ex-Cover Pro D2 is certified for use in potentially volatile settings and is designed to help those in oil and gas, chemical, petrochemical and pharmaceutical industries work faster and more efficiently while staying safe. It offers the durability frontline workers need with integrated features like Samsung Knox customization and management capabilities, push-to-talk and barcode scanning to help users streamline workflows. 

The durable Ex-Cover Pro D2 is specifically designed for hazardous work environments where collaboration, productivity, data security and employee safety are paramount. The device’s IP68 rating means it can handle dust, dirt, sand and water. It can withstand drops of up to 1.5 meters without a case and its MIL-STD 810G certification makes it reliable in extreme altitudes, humidity, and other severe environmental conditions.

The rugged Ex-Cover Pro boasts a 6.3” edge-to-edge display with Gorilla Glass 5 to deliver a heavy-duty, high-quality viewing experience. Glove Mode offers enhanced touch capabilities with gloves and in wet conditions. Ex-Cover Pro D2 comes with the latest Android 10 operating system and Samsung One UI 2.0 user interface, providing intuitive operation. Long battery life reportedly provides 14+ hours of power. The Ex-Cover Pro also features push-to-talk and walkie talkie integrations with platforms like Microsoft Teams.