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CERTIFICATIONS
TOUGHBOOK CF-31
MIL-STD-461F
Fully-rugged TOUGHBOOK models
are also tested to the
MIL-STD-461F standard
methodology for electromagnetic
interference (EMI) and
electromagnetic compatibility
(EMC) in Panasonic's R&D
facility in Japan and certified
by a third party. The
certification ensures that
Panasonic Toughbook mobile
computers are
electromagnetically compatible
with other nearby electronic
equipment. Panasonic Toughbook
mobile computers do not generate
unwanted electromagnetic energy
that could interfere with the
operation of other equipment,
nor are susceptible to the
effects of unwanted
electromagnetic energy from
equipment in the same vicinity.
Panasonic has various
certifications that meet federal
requirements for rugged
computers. Below is the
MIL-STD-461F certification. For
certifications related to
MIL-STD-461 (EMI) or UL1604,
please contact 1-888-223-1012.
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mil-std-461f report
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mil-std-461f report
Ingress Protection (IP65)
Fully-rugged Toughbook® mobile
computers are IP65 certified1
according to the IP code defined
in the international standard
IEC 60529.
The products are tested and
certified by an independent test
lab facility located in the
United States. Rather than
vaguely describing equipment as
"waterproof" or "dustproof", the
IP Code uniformly quantifies
various levels of resistance to
liquids, particulates and solid
objects. The numbers following
the letters "IP" represent the
specific degree of protection
provided by electrical
enclosures. The first digit (6)
indicates the ingress of dust at
a level that will not have a
harmful effect on the operation
of the unit. The second digit
(5) indicates that water sprayed
from all directions will not
compromise the computer's
functioning. Higher numbers
indicate a higher tolerance to
dust and water. For example, a
unit with an IP65 rating will
withstand both elements better
than a unit with an IP54 rating.
While IP65-certified Toughbook
computers are not completely
impervious to the ingress of
water or dust, the rating does
indicate neither element will
cause operational complications
while used under conditions
commonly encountered by
Toughbook mobile computers.
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cf-h1 ip65 report
ENERGY STAR
Qualification
ENERGY STAR, a
joint program between the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency and U.S. Department of Energy, offers voluntary
qualification for products that are energy efficient.
The ENERGY STAR program sets high standards designed to
save energy, save money and help protect the environment
for future generations. Panasonic is one of nearly
20,000 organizations that have become ENERGY STAR
partners, all working to promote, sell, or improve
products, homes, and buildings that use less energy and
qualify for the ENERGY STAR. Panasonic's commitment to
ENERGY STAR initiatives and other environmental programs
have resulted in all Toughbook® computers earning the
ENERGY STAR.
ENERGY STAR for computers raises the efficiency bar
dramatically. ENERGY STAR establishes efficiency
requirements for all modes of a computer's operation,
which ensures energy savings when a computer is active
and running basic applications, as well as in low power
modes. Qualifying computers must also include an
internal power supply that is at least 80 percent
efficient. Only the most energy-efficient products,
including all Toughbook computers have qualified for the
new specification. If all computers sold in the US meet
ENERGY STAR requirements, the savings in energy costs
will grow to more than $1.5 billion each year, reducing
greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those from 2
million vehicles.
EPEAT
Certification
EPEAT is an
easy-to-use, online tool to help purchasers in the
public and private sectors evaluate, compare and select
desktop computers, laptops and monitors based on their
environmental attributes. EPEAT also provides a clear
and consistent set of performance criteria for the
design of products, and provides an opportunity for
manufacturers to secure market recognition for their
efforts to reduce the environmental impact of its
products.
EPEAT evaluates electronic products according to three
tiers of environmental performance — Bronze, Silver and
Gold. There are 51 total environmental criteria: 23
required criteria and 28 optional criteria. A
Bronze-rated product meets all 23 required criteria. A
Silver-rated product meets all 23 required criteria plus
at least 50% of the optional criteria. A Gold-rated
product meets all 23 required criteria and at least 75%
of the optional criteria. All Toughbook computer models
are either gold- or silver-rated, ensuring the highest
level of environmental performance
ISO
Certification
Since 1996,
all Panasonic manufacturing plants worldwide—including
the factory in Kobe, Japan where Toughbook® mobile
computers are made—have achieved ISO 14001 registration
and implemented the ISO 14001 Environmental Management
System. The Kobe factory has also been certified for ISO
9001, an international standard for quality management
systems that enhance product quality assurance and
customer satisfaction.
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is
an international federation promoting the development of
international manufacturing, trade, and communication
standards. ISO 14000, a series of standards, provides
the framework for managing the environmental impacts of
an organization.
The ISO 14001 international standard established a
systematic approach that organizations can use to
minimize or prevent environmental impacts and risks.
This approach, known as an Environmental Management
System or EMS, requires the organization to establish an
environmental control policy, educate employees about
procedures and continually monitor environmental
performance
RoHS Compliance
For manufacturers of electronic
equipment, the main impact of
RoHS is that only lead-free
products can be sold in Europe.
Panasonic has therefore shifted
to lead-free solder. By selling
RoHS-compliant Toughbook
computers in all countries, not
just Europe, Panasonic helps
eliminate hazardous electronic
waste materials from landfills
and waste dumps around the
world.
Section 508 Standards
Section 508 was enacted to
eliminate barriers in
information technology, to make
available new opportunities for
people with disabilities, and to
encourage development of
technologies that will help
achieve these goals. Electronic
and information technology
procured by Federal agencies
must meet Section 508's
requirements for accessibility.
Toughbook® mobile computers have
long been designed and
manufactured with
access-friendly features, such
as touchscreens and the ability
to be mounted on wheelchairs. In
addition, Panasonic works
closely with Microsoft to ensure
that Toughbook computers can
take full advantage of the
accessibility features built
into Windows®. Panasonic
continually endeavors to make
all its products more accessible
to, and usable by, individuals
with disabilities. In fact,
Panasonic worked with ITIC
(Information Technology Industry
Council) in developing the
Section 508 "Buy Accessible"
template, and also actively
participates in the GSA (General
Services Administration)
sponsored Accessibility Forum.
Underwriters
Laboratories
(UL
1604)
Underwriters
Laboratories
(UL)
tests
products
for
public
safety
and has
developed
more
than
1,000
"Standards
for
Safety".
UL 1604
certification
allows
products
to be
used in
potentially
explosive
environments
found in
oil and
gas,
petrochemical,
aviation
and
other
industries.
Fully-rugged
and
ultra-mobile-rugged
Toughbook®
mobile
computers
can be
configured
to
provide
safe,
reliable
mobile
computing
solutions
for
spark-free
use. UL
1604-approved
versions
of
fully-rugged
Toughbook
models
are
available
for use
in Class
I,
Division
2,
Groups
A, B, C
and D
environments.
These
are
defined
as
places
where
flammable
gases,
vapors
and
liquids
are
present
during
abnormal
or
accident
conditions
1
Tested by national independent third party lab following
MIL-STD-810G Method 516.6 Procedure IV for transit drop
test and IEC 60529 Sections 13.4, 13.6.2, 14.2.5 and
14.3 for IP65
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