Havis
Havis is a U.S.-based manufacturer of rugged vehicle mounting systems, docking stations, power management equipment, and specialized transport solutions for public safety, utilities, transportation, retail, and military customers worldwide.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1928
- HeadquartersWarminster, United States
- Headcount251–500
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Havis does
Havis is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of rugged mobility and mounting solutions headquartered in Warminster, Pennsylvania, founded in 1928 and operating with 251-500 employees across in-house R&D, engineering, manufacturing, and support. The company designs and builds vehicle-specific consoles, laptop and tablet docking stations, power management equipment (including a four-tier inverter portfolio), payment terminal stands, kiosks, carts, and specialized transport systems (K9 and prisoner transport) engineered for high-vibration, mission-critical environments. Its product architecture centers on certified interoperability with more than 25 device OEMs (Microsoft, Dell, Getac, Panasonic, Apple, HP, Samsung, Zebra, Honeywell, Motorola, NCR, Ingenico, Verifone) and more than 7 vehicle OEMs (Ford, Chevrolet/GMC, Toyota, Tesla, International, Freightliner/Mercedes-Benz, Dodge/Ram), enabling fleet operators to standardize on Havis as the integration layer between mobile devices and vehicles.
Havis serves eight primary verticals: Public Safety (law enforcement, fire, EMS, DOT), Energy & Utilities (gas, electric, water, waste, oil & gas, telecom), Warehouse & Distribution, Field Operations, Transportation & Logistics (bus, truck, rail, last mile), Retail & Hospitality (QSR, grocery, hotels, retail banking, mass merchant), Healthcare, and Military/Defense/Aerospace. Its go-to-market is a hybrid channel model combining authorized resellers, distributors, internal field sales, and independent sales representatives, with a dedicated international sales team supporting 35+ countries and a strategic April 2026 partnership with PWA Electronic to expand into EMEA and APAC. The company is ISO 9001 certified, holds patents and trademarks, and is backed by Guardian Capital Partners following its December 2020 investment; in January 2022 it acquired ENS Group to consolidate adjacent capabilities. In 2024, the Vanner brand was formally unified under Havis to create a single platform for mobile power across demanding duty cycles.
Havis firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Havis
- Legal name
- Havis, Inc.
- Website
- https://havis.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1928
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 251–500 employees
- Short description
- Havis is a U.S.-based manufacturer of rugged vehicle mounting systems, docking stations, power management equipment, and specialized transport solutions for public safety, utilities, transportation, retail, and military customers worldwide.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Havis industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Rugged Mobile Mounting and Docking Hardware
- NAICS
- Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (33411), Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (334118)
- SIC
- Wholesale-Computers & Peripheral Equipment & Software (5045)
- akta.pro primary industry
- POS Accessories & Spares (Cables, Stands, Cases, Replacement Parts) (HDACAKAL)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Business/Enterprise IT Hardware Retail (Workstations, Servers, POS) (CRACABAJ)
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Where Havis is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Warminster
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Havis business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Rugged Vehicle Mounting Solutions: Havis generates revenue from manufacturing and selling rugged vehicle mounting solutions including mounting bases, motion devices, dash mounts, and vehicle-specific consoles. These are one-time hardware purchases sold through channel partners and direct sales.
- Docking Stations and Computing Solutions: Revenue from laptop docking stations, tablet cradles, and related computing solutions. Products include device-specific docks for major manufacturers like Dell, Getac, Panasonic, Microsoft, and universal rugged cradles.
- Power Management Solutions: Power inverters, power supplies, auto shut-off timers, battery management, and CAN bus products for mobile power management in vehicles and fleet operations.
- Storage and Transport Systems: Trunk mounts, slide-out trays, storage boxes, prisoner transport systems, and K9 transport solutions for vehicle storage and specialized transport needs.
- Retail Technology Solutions: Payment terminal stands, POS mounting, kiosks, carts, and mobile protect solutions for retail environments including anti-skimming security stands.
- Professional Services and Customization: Custom-designed solutions, configuration services, and technical support for unique customer requirements through their sales team.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Direct hardware sales through sales team and configuration tools |
Go-to-market motion4 records
Distribution channels6 records
Marketing channels5 records
Havis product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Havis designs and manufactures rugged mounting, docking, and power management hardware for mobile computing devices deployed in vehicles, warehouses, retail environments, and field operations. Core offerings include vehicle-specific consoles, laptop and tablet docking stations, a four-tier power inverter portfolio, payment terminal stands, POS mounting, specialized transport systems (K9 and prisoner), and self-service kiosks. The company sells these products to public safety agencies, utilities, transportation/logistics operators, warehouse fleets, retail/hospitality chains, and military/defense customers primarily through resellers, distributors, and a direct field sales team.
Product overview
Havis is a rugged mobility and mounting solutions provider offering a platform-based portfolio centered on vehicle computing, device mounting, power management, and specialized transport systems. The core product lines include Computing Solutions (laptop and tablet docking stations like Mobile Protect and Touch Screen Displays, supporting devices from Microsoft, Dell, Getac, Panasonic, Apple, HP, Samsung, and others), Mounting Solutions (payment terminal stands, POS mounting, vehicle-specific and universal consoles like VSX Series, overhead consoles, wide consoles, mounting bases, motion devices, and trunk storage systems), Power Management (four-tier power inverter portfolio including Industrial, Commercial+, Commercial, and Essential tiers, plus power supplies and battery management), Transport Solutions (K9 transport and prisoner transport systems), and Carts/Kiosks (self-service kiosks like SC-2000, modular mounting platforms like MM-1000 and TechTower). The portfolio is organized around ruggedized products designed for demanding environments including public safety, energy/utilities, warehouse/distribution, retail/hospitality, healthcare, transportation/logistics, and military/defense sectors. Configuration tools including Computing Device Configurator, SC-1000 Configurator, and Heavy-Duty Mount Configurator enable customization for specific vehicles and devices.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Mobile Protect: Mobile Protect rugged tablet cases and accessories for device protection in mobile environments
- SC-2000
- MM-1000
- SC-1000
- Power Inverter Lines
Products and services
- Vehicle Specific VSX Series Consoles Vehicle-specific consoles for public safety vehicles (Ford Interceptor, Chevy Tahoe, Dodge Charger/Durango, etc.) providing secure equipment mounting with additional space and comfort; install without permanent vehicle modification.
- Laptop Docking & Cradles Industry-leading rugged docking stations and cradles for laptops from Dell, Getac, Panasonic, Microsoft, HP, Lenovo, and other manufacturers; designed for in-vehicle workplaces with port replication, security, and antenna pass-through options.
- Tablet Docking & Cradles Lightweight and strong docking/cradle solutions for securing tablets from Apple, Microsoft, Getac, Samsung, and other manufacturers in medical, enterprise, and in-vehicle workplaces; include theft deterrence and quick-release features.
- Power Inverters DC-to-AC power conversion solutions providing reliable energy for essential devices and equipment in vehicles and mobile workstations; offered across four tiers (Industrial, Commercial+, Commercial, Essential) to meet varying power requirements.
- Power Supplies Power supply units that protect valuable on-board equipment while reducing fuel and maintenance costs for mobile workstation fleets.
- Mobile Protect Mobile device protection solution securing mobile payments in retail environments; integrates into payment systems and provides theft deterrence.
- Payment Terminal Stands Retail payment terminal stands and security accessories including anti-skimming stands for Ingenico and Verifone payment devices; designed for easy checkout and card skimming prevention.
- POS Mounting Secure mounting solutions for POS displays and peripherals (compatible with NCR systems) to maximize retail space utilization.
- Universal Consoles Ergonomically designed universal consoles that make equipment easy to see, reach, and operate while creating additional vehicle cabin space.
- Overhead Consoles Lightweight overhead consoles with low-profile design for mounting light and siren control heads; preserve equipment mounting space with smooth rounded edges.
- Wide Consoles Expandable console solutions with 3.3" and 9" sections supporting equipment brackets, passenger armrests, and flashlight charging pockets.
- Mounting Bases Heavy-duty mounting bases for securing equipment across road vehicles, boats, forklifts, and pallet jacks; includes tunnel mounts and passenger-side heavy-duty mounts.
- Motion Devices Swivel mounts with adjustable, quick-release handles that improve ergonomics and enable comfortable use of equipment mounted in vehicles.
- Trunk Mounts & Storage Systems Modular, stackable storage drawer solutions for SUVs including slide-out trays, fold-down trays, side mounts, and storage boxes for radio and communications equipment.
- K9 Transport K9 passenger safety and comfort solutions offering more than 30 inserts for both sedans and SUVs for duty or transit use.
- Prisoner Transport Heavy-duty inmate transport solutions in various lengths and compartment configurations; compatible with standard cargo and passenger vans.
- SC-2000 Self-Service Kiosk Self-service kiosk solution for retail environments enabling seamless self-checkout and customer transactions.
- MM-1000 Modular Mounting Platform Modular mounting platform that combines monitors, payment terminals, scanners, and printers to suit various retail and enterprise needs.
- TechTower Modular Mounting Platform Modular mounting platform for retail technology deployment combining monitors, payment terminals, and peripherals.
- Carts Retail and warehouse carts designed for point of sale, inventory management, price change, and other store/warehouse workflows.
- Monitor & Tablet Brackets Space-saving mounting systems for monitors and tablets compatible with Motorola, L3, Data 911, Amrel, Dell, Panasonic, and other devices; install without permanent vehicle modification.
- Aviation Solutions End-to-end solutions for aerospace and aviation including SkyCap in-cabin and departure lounge mounting solutions.
Quantifiable outcome
- Card skimming costs consumers and financial institutions over $1 billion USD per year, driving demand for Havis anti-skimming payment security solutions
Companies that use Havis
Customer profileNamed customers8 records
Segments8 records
Ideal customer profiles6 records
Havis technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration20 records
Feature7 records
Havis partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
21 partnerships are on record, tiered core and strategic.
- PWA ElectroniccoreStrategic partnership with PWA Electronic to expand Havis' presence across Europe, the Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and Asia-Pacific (APAC) regions. The collaboration combines Havis' mobility portfolio with PWA Electronic's established regional channel network to deliver faster access to solutions, localized sales support, and improved technical expertise for mission-critical applications. The partnership builds on Havis' prior success in the UK.
- MicrosoftcoreTechnology partnership providing Designed for Surface certified rugged docking stations and cases for Microsoft Surface Pro 9, 10, and 11th Edition devices.
- GetaccoreDevice-specific docking stations and cradles for Getac rugged tablets and laptops, including new docks for Getac G140 tablet.
- PanasoniccoreDocking solutions for Panasonic TOUGHBOOK laptops including new docks for TOUGHBOOK 55 and 56 models. OEM Panasonic electronics used in certain Havis dock products.
- DellcoreLaptop docking stations and cradles for Dell laptops with OEM Dell electronics used in specific dock products.
- Ford Motor CompanycoreVehicle-specific mounting solutions for Ford vehicles including Interceptor, F-Series trucks, Transit, and various Ford fleet vehicles.
- ApplecoreRugged iPad cases and docking solutions for Apple iPads used in warehouse and enterprise deployments.
- Chevrolet/GMCstrategicVehicle-specific mounting solutions for Chevrolet and GMC vehicles including Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, Express, and Colorado.
- ToyotastrategicVehicle-specific mounting solutions for Toyota vehicles including Tacoma and other fleet vehicles.
- TeslastrategicVehicle-specific mounting solutions for Tesla vehicles in fleet applications.
- Zebra TechnologiesstrategicMounting solutions and integration for Zebra mobile computers, scanners, and enterprise devices.
- HoneywellstrategicDevice mounting solutions for Honeywell mobile computing and scanning devices.
- SamsungstrategicDocking and mounting solutions for Samsung tablets and mobile devices.
- HPstrategicDocking station and cradle solutions for HP rugged laptops and mobile devices.
- Motorola SolutionsstrategicMounting solutions and brackets for Motorola mobile computers and communication devices.
- NCRstrategicPOS and retail technology mounting solutions compatible with NCR point-of-sale systems.
- IngenicostrategicPayment terminal mounting and security solutions for Ingenico payment devices.
- VerifonestrategicPayment terminal stands and anti-skimming solutions for Verifone payment terminals.
- International (Navistar)strategicVehicle-specific mounting solutions for International brand trucks and commercial vehicles.
- Mercedes Benz (Freightliner)strategicVehicle mounting solutions for Freightliner and Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles.
- Dodge (Stellantis)strategicVehicle-specific mounts for Dodge vehicles including Charger, Durango, and Ram models.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Havis competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Gamber-Johnson: Gamber-Johnson is the most direct comparable, manufacturing rugged vehicle docking stations, mounts, and consoles for public safety, enterprise fleets, and material handling. Their product categories, customer verticals, and channel model closely mirror Havis's, and the two companies frequently compete head-to-head on police-vehicle spec-ins.
- RAM Mounts (National Products): RAM Mounts designs and sells rugged mounting systems for tablets, laptops, and mobile devices across enterprise, fleet, marine, and public-safety markets. The two companies overlap materially on ruggedized in-vehicle and field mounting solutions for mobile-workforce customers.
- Jotto (by Setina/Heed): Jotto/Setina produces public-safety vehicle equipment including prisoner transport partitions, K9 inserts, consoles, and equipment mounts for law enforcement fleets. They compete directly with Havis in the police-vehicle equipment market and serve overlapping agency customers.
- Setina Manufacturing: Setina is a leading US manufacturer of police vehicle equipment including prisoner transport systems, K9 transport, weapon lockers, and console equipment. Direct overlap with Havis's Prisoner Transport and K9 Transport product lines serving the same law enforcement fleet customers.
- Tough-Stuff Industries: Tough-Stuff Industries builds rugged consoles, computer mounts, and equipment brackets for police, fire, and EMS vehicles, serving the same public-safety fleet procurement channels as Havis. Their product overlap in vehicle-specific consoles makes them a head-to-head competitor on agency bids.
Broad incumbents
- Whelen Engineering: Whelen is a long-established US manufacturer of emergency-vehicle lighting and warning systems, broadly serving the public safety fleet ecosystem. While Whelen is not a direct competitor on docking/mounts, they supply into the same vehicle upfitting channels and serve overlapping police/fire/EMS customers.
- Zebra Technologies: Zebra provides enterprise mobile computers, scanners, and rugged tablets used in warehouse, retail, and field operations. Havis sells mounting solutions compatible with Zebra devices; Zebra's broader mobility platform represents overlapping customer relationships and an indirect competitive vector.
- Panasonic Connect (TOUGHBOOK): Panasonic TOUGHBOOK is a rugged mobile computer platform and a key Havis technology partner. While their business is primarily devices, their rugged-laptop positioning shapes Havis's dock roadmap, and an in-house mount/accessory push by Panasonic would be the most significant competitive threat.
- Honeywell Mobility: Honeywell's mobility and scanning business serves warehouse, retail, and field service customers with rugged mobile computers and printers. Havis provides mounting accessories for Honeywell devices; Honeywell's enterprise footprint overlaps Havis's warehouse and retail verticals.
Emerging players
- Getac Technology: Getac is a rugged computing device manufacturer and a Havis technology partner (e.g., G140 tablet docking stations). Getac's device-side competition and accessories push makes them both a critical partner and a potential adjacent competitor in enterprise/public-safety mobility.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks7 records
Key highlights8 records
Customer concentration
Havis social profiles
Digital presenceHavis compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance1 record
Havis financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Havis leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles4 records
Havis funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors1 record
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Havis M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A2 records
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Havis
What does Havis do?
Havis designs and manufactures rugged mounting, docking, and power management hardware for mobile computing devices deployed in vehicles, warehouses, retail environments, and field operations. Core offerings include vehicle-specific consoles, laptop and tablet docking stations, a four-tier power inverter portfolio, payment terminal stands, POS mounting, specialized transport systems (K9 and prisoner), and self-service kiosks. The company sells these products to public safety agencies, utilities, transportation/logistics operators, warehouse fleets, retail/hospitality chains, and military/defense customers primarily through resellers, distributors, and a direct field sales team.
Is Havis a public or private company?
Havis is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.
When was Havis founded?
Havis was founded in 1928. It employs 251 to 500 people.
Where is Havis based?
Havis is headquartered in Warminster, United States, in the North America region.
How does Havis make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. Rugged Vehicle Mounting Solutions are the primary driver. The others are docking Stations and Computing Solutions, power Management Solutions, storage and Transport Systems, retail Technology Solutions and professional Services and Customization.
Who are Havis's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Gamber-Johnson, RAM Mounts (National Products), Jotto (by Setina/Heed), Setina Manufacturing and Tough-Stuff Industries. Broad incumbents are Whelen Engineering, Zebra Technologies, Panasonic Connect (TOUGHBOOK) and Honeywell Mobility. Getac Technology is listed as an emerging player.
Does Havis have an API?
No public API is recorded for Havis.
What industry is Havis in?
Havis's product category is Rugged Mobile Mounting and Docking Hardware. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDACAKAL, POS Accessories & Spares (Cables, Stands, Cases, Replacement Parts), with a secondary code of CRACABAJ, Business/Enterprise IT Hardware Retail (Workstations, Servers, POS). Its NAICS code is 33411 and its SIC code is 5045.