Rugged Tablets

Purpose-built rugged portable computers selected and validated for the Wildcaster Ecosystem. Available in multiple form factors and operating systems, each device is CE certified, field-hardened, and proven to run WildCaster reliably in extreme wildfire conditions.

The Range

Wildfire operations vary widely, from individual crew leaders navigating on foot to command vehicles coordinating multiple fronts. No single device fits every scenario. The Wildcaster hardware range covers multiple screen sizes and operating systems so that each deployment matches the operational reality on the ground.

8″ Compact

Crew-level field unit
Lightweight and one-hand operable. Designed for crew leaders and scouts who need WildCaster predictions while moving through terrain on foot.

10″ Standard

Primary field tablet
The core deployment format. Large enough for detailed 3D map work, portable enough for vehicle and field use. The default choice for most fire services.

Windows & Linux

Full desktop platforms
For command centres, vehicle-mounted stations, and organisations requiring integration with existing IT infrastructure and enterprise management tools.

Android

Mobile-first deployment
Optimised for rapid field deployment. Familiar interface, instant-on operation, and broad availability of rugged Android hardware from multiple manufacturers.

Why Rugged Hardware

Consumer devices fail in wildfire environments. Direct sunlight washes out screens, heat throttles processors, dust and ash infiltrate ports, and a single drop on rock ends the mission. Every tablet in the Wildcaster pipeline is built to survive the conditions where firefighters actually work: extreme heat, heavy dust, rain, vibration, and rough handling with gloved hands.

CE Certified & Validated

All devices in the Wildcaster range carry CE certification and meet the ruggedness standards required for professional field equipment. Beyond standard certification, every model undergoes Wildcaster-specific validation: WildEngine computation benchmarks, WildGeo data sync testing, and full-day field endurance trials with fire services in real operational conditions. Only devices that pass the complete validation pipeline are approved for deployment.

Deployment Options

Individual Field Units

Crew-level deployment
Single tablets pre-loaded with regional data for individual fire crews or crew leaders. Ready to use out of the box.

Fleet Deployment

Organisation-wide rollout
Bulk-configured devices with centralised management, custom regional data packages, and coordinated WildGeo sync schedules.

Vehicle-Mounted Systems

Engine and command vehicle integration
Docking stations with external antennas, power supply, and larger displays for fire engine and command vehicle installation.

Command Centre Stations

Fixed installation
Desktop or rack-mounted hardware running WildEngine for regional command centres, with multi-screen output and network distribution.

Availability

Rugged tablets are supplied pre-configured as part of the Wildcaster Ecosystem deployment. Hardware is sourced from validated manufacturers and delivered ready for immediate field use with WildCaster, WildEngine, and WildGeo pre-installed.