More and more stores, restaurants and hotels use tablets and smartphones as their point of sale. These devices are valuable, portable and often within reach of customers. GRiPZO secures them with mechanical mounts. The device stays locked in place during use, and staff release it with a key in seconds when they need it elsewhere.
Know how your devices are used
Fixed POS on the counter
A tablet on the counter stays in one place most of the day. The main risk is someone taking it when staff are busy. You want a stable mount that keeps the tablet in place and still lets staff use it easily.
Mobile POS on the shop floor
Tablets and phones used for mobile checkout or table service move around all day and are easy to grab. Here you want a solution that secures the device when it is not in use, but lets staff take it with them quickly when they need it.
The main options compared
Fully closed enclosures
Enclosures cover the whole device and are fixed to a counter or stand. They offer strong protection, but the device can no longer be moved. That works for self-service, but not when staff need to take the tablet to a customer.
Cable locks
A cable is visible and simple, but it can be cut with ordinary tools and gets in the way during use.
Mechanical mounts with quick release
A GRiPZO mount holds the tablet or phone with adjustable steel grips and a mechanical lock. The device stays secured on the counter or kiosk, and staff release it with a key when they need it elsewhere. For example to take an order at the table, or to store it safely in the back office at night. Because the grips are adjustable, one mount fits many models. With the standard and XL mounts, tablets from 7 to 13 inches fit.
For customer-facing tablets, such as self-service or check-in, our 360POS tablet kiosk rotates 360 degrees and has an adjustable viewing angle. See our tablet mounts and smartphone mounts.
Look at the total cost, not only the price
A cheap solution can become expensive when a device goes missing. A good mount helps reduce the risk of stolen tablets and phones. Because a GRiPZO mount is fully mechanical, there are no batteries, cables or software that need replacing or maintenance.
Frequently asked questions
Does a mount get in the way of customer interaction?
No. Customers can use the screen to sign or pay while the tablet stays secured. When needed, staff release the device with the key and hand it over.
Are electronic alarms better than mechanical locks?
Alarms need power and can give false alarms. A mechanical lock has no electronics, which makes it simple to use every day.
How do I secure tablets that need to move around?
Use a mount with quick release. The tablet stays locked on the counter when it is not in use, and staff take it with them in seconds when they need it.
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