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Havis IdleRight2™ Minimizes Engine Idle Time and Decreases Vehicle Fuel Consumption

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January 4, 2012

Havis IdleRight2™ Minimizes Engine Idle Time and Decreases Vehicle Fuel Consumption

Warminster, Pa. December 28, 2011

The U.S. Department of Energy states that cars, trucks and heavy-duty vehicles waste more than six billion gallons of diesel fuel and gasoline each year – without even moving. In an effort to minimize vehicle idling and fuel consumption, Havis Inc. announced today the launch of IdleRight2, the next generation of the company’s idle reduction and fuel management system.

IdleRight2 minimizes idle time by monitoring the battery’s voltage while the vehicle is turned off and electronics, such as light bars, radios and computers, are still on. When the battery voltage drops to a pre-set level, the system triggers the remote starter to run the engine long enough for the battery to recharge, then turns the vehicle off again. This process significantly cuts down on the vehicle’s idle time while mission critical electronics are in use.

In 2009, the Glastonbury Police Department in Glastonbury, Conn., tested the original IdleRight system to calculate how much idle time and fuel they saved with this system. During the test, a vehicle ran for four hours with all of its emergency lights activated. Before IdleRight was installed, the vehicle idled for the entire four-hour period and wasted 2.80 gallons of fuel. With IdleRight installed, that same vehicle’s idle time dropped to just 40 minutes, using only 0.46 gallons of fuel.

Based on this example, if a department pays an average of $3.50 per gallon of gas and utilizes 100 vehicles that idle 25 percent of the time, the department could save over $445,000 per year in fuel alone with the IdleRight system.

Reducing idle time is the key to saving fuel, preventing unnecessary engine wear, and decreasing harmful emissions. According to the Ford Crown Victoria Owner’s Guide, every hour of idling is equivalent to approximately 33 miles of driving. For police cars and utility trucks that idle at emergency and construction scenes, one eight-hour shift can add 264 miles of wear and tear to each of these stationary vehicles.

This latest IdleRight system is designed to work with many popular after-market remote starters, which greatly simplified installation and allowed Havis to significantly lower the product’s price.

IdleRight2 features an LED diagnostics system that not only shows what state the unit is in, but also allows customers to quantify their savings by outputting the number of idle hours saved. This data can then be plugged into the Return on Investment (ROI) Calculator (located at http://idleright.havis.com/savings.html) to determine total savings in fuel, money, miles and maintenance.

With increasing gas prices and tighter budgets, companies and municipalities can depend on IdleRight2 to reduce fuel consumption and vehicle maintenance costs. This product greatly extends the service life of vehicles, and the simplicity of the new system makes it easy to install and use in any fleet.

In addition to the IdleRight2, Havis offers another solution to manage vehicle power and fuel consumption – ChargeGuard® Auto Shut-off Timer. ChargeGuard prevents vehicle battery drain, extends battery life, and provides complete voltage protection for expensive electronics. The device also reduces fuel costs by running equipment after the engine has been turned off.

Havis strives to develop innovative power management and idle reduction solutions to further the global green initiative and to save companies from the cost of wasted fuel and excessive vehicle wear and tear. For more information on IdleRight2, please visit http://idleright.havis.com.

About Havis

Havis Inc. is a privately held company that manufactures in-vehicle mobile office solutions for public safety, public works, government agencies and mobile professionals. For over 80 years, the Havis mission has been to increase mobile worker productivity with industry-leading products that are built to the highest safety and quality standards and are designed with comfort in mind. Headquartered in Warminster, Pa., with an additional location in Plymouth, Mich., Havis currently employs 175 people. For more information on Havis, please call 1-800-524-9900 or visit http://www.havis.com.

Contact:

Andrea Felice
Havis, Inc. | Marketing
Phone: 215-957-0720 ext. 3198
E-mail: media(at)havis(dot)com
http://www.havis.com

Havis – Toughbook Certified docking station

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October 17, 2011

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Havis – Toughbook Certified docking station

Havis’s latest innovation is the industry’s first Toughbook Certified docking station (DS-PAN-411) for Panasonic’s Semi-Rugged 53. In addition to keeping mobile workers safe, it provides intelligent port replication to reliably connect to peripherals, such as printers, keyboards and bar-code scanners, while minimizing the risk of accidental disconnects. An integrated power supply cord routed along the bottom prevents loss of power.

To provide more reliable WWAN and Wi-Fi connectivity inside a vehicle, Havis offers two models of the docking station with Dual Pass-Thru Antenna to provide users improved data throughput and extended data range allowing them to work in more remote locations.

The DS-PAN-410 joins a long line of intuitive solutions from Havis that keep computing equipment safely docked, even during a crash. Havis offers peace of mind and a smooth transition from office to vehicle.

Call 800-524-9900 or Visit: www.havis.com/cf53

Available Docking Stations for the Panasonic Toughbook 53

DS-PAN-411 – Toughbook 53 Docking Station
DS-PAN-411-2 – Toughbook 53 Docking Station with Dual High Gain Antenna
DS-PAN-412 – Toughbook 53 Docking Station with Integrated Power Supply
DS-PAN-412-2 – Toughbook 53 Docking Station with Integrated Power Supply & Dual High Gain Antenna
DS-PAN-413 – Toughbook 53 Cradle (No Dock)

Havis Enhances Focus on Higher Growth Product Lines with Sale of Lighting Solutions Product Line to R-O-M

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August 8, 2011

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Havis Enhances Focus on Higher Growth Product Lines with Sale of Lighting Solutions Product Line to R-O-M

WARMINSTER, Pa. – August 8, 2011 – Havis Inc., an industry-leading manufacturer of in-vehicle mobile office solutions, announced today the sale of its Lighting Solutions product line to R-O-M Corporation. The sale presents Havis with the opportunity to enhance its focus on its four remaining product lines — Mounting Solutions, Computing Solutions, Transport Solutions and Power Management Solutions — and reaching out to new customers.

"The deal between Havis and R-O-M was a logical next step for both companies, and will provide customers with a single source for fire service products," said Joseph Bernert, CEO of Havis. "Selling the Lighting Solutions line will also allow Havis to dedicate additional resources to our core business of computer docking stations and equipment consoles, as well as our partnerships with computer and vehicle manufacturers."

While Havis proudly started with manufacturing lighting products, the company has been gaining momentum in the docking station and console lines. Therefore, a focused effort within the company is now required for future growth. Havis has recently participated in large enterprise rollouts, and is now expanding into international markets, gaining business opportunities in Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Europe, the Middle East, Mexico and Canada.

Havis and R-O-M will be working closely together over the next six months to ensure a smooth transition for both customers and employees. According to the terms of the deal, the purchased Lighting Solutions include the following brands: MagnaFire^®, Collins Dynamics, Kwik-Raze, Kwik-Strike and Questar. Havis will continue selling solutions from the remaining product lines to the fire, EMS and public safety markets.

"Havis Lighting Solutions products are high quality and enjoy market-leading recognition in the fire service," noted Jeff Hupke, President of R-O-M Corporation. "Likewise, R-O-M is recognized for industry-leading products. The Lighting Solutions line is a perfect fit for us. By combining these outstanding products with our roll-up doors, cargo trays, hose bed covers and LED compartment lighting, we are able to make a great company even better."

During this transition period, production and order entry will be gradually relocated to the R-O-M facility in Belton, Mo. R-O-M will honor all Havis pricing and terms through December 30, 2011. In turn, Havis is honoring all warranties and service calls during the transition, and is committed to maintaining a hassle-free experience. The Lighting Solutions Product Manager for Havis, Cameron Blain, has accepted the same position at R-O-M and will be the point person for any sales questions or issues.

Due to strong growth in the docking station and console business, Havis will be able to reallocate employees directly engaged in the lighting products line to these sectors. The company hired 17 employees in the past six months, and is continuing to expand. R-O-M will also be adding a new member to its engineering team, a customer development representative, and up to 10 production workers to manufacture, sell and support the new Lighting Solutions products.

Havis will continue supporting its online Lighting Solutions configurator and other product support data on www.havis.com until R-O-M launches its own product support. In the interim, R-O-M has created the website www.ROMLightingSolutions.com, which will provide up-to-date information during the transition.

About Havis

Havis Inc. is a privately held company that manufactures in-vehicle mobile office solutions for public safety, public works, government agencies and mobile professionals. For over 80 years, the Havis mission has been to increase mobile worker productivity with industry-leading products that are built to the highest safety and quality standards and are designed with comfort in mind. Headquartered in Warminster, Pa., with an additional location in Plymouth, Mich., Havis currently employs 175 people. For more information on Havis, please call 1-800-524-9900 or visit www.havis.com.

About R-O-M

R-O-M Corporation is headquartered in a 65,000 sq. ft. facility in suburban Kansas City, Mo. The company’s product line includes R-O-M roll-up doors, hose bed covers, cargo trays, LED compartment lights, and LED interior lighting. The company also services the food distribution industry, service and utility fleets, and building security markets. ISO 9001-certified and owner of 10 U.S. and Canadian patents, R-O-M serves its national and international customer base with a field staff of territory managers and an inside customer development team. The company’s website is www.romcorp.com.