Stationary X-Ray Machine is built for safety, efficiency.
May 13, 2008 -
Along with output of 4.5 kW and max tube current of 45 mA, ISOVOLT Titan E features control platform designed to facilitate use via fully graphic screen, dynamic menu guide, and consistent method of operation. Machine also incorporates data-supported programming function for setting-up, archiving, and activating application-specific exposure programs and failsafe operation. Generator, tube, and cable are continuously monitored and displayed for safety.
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Original Press release
GE Sensing
1100 Technology Park Dr.
Billerica, MA, 01821
USA
New ISOVOLT Titan E Stationary Industrial X-Ray Machine from GE Offers Greater Productivity and Operational Safety
Billerica, Mass.- April 30, 2008. - The new ISOVOLT Titan E stationary X-ray machine from GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies is based on the field-proven ISOVOLT Titan series and offers significant improvements in ease of operation, controllability and on-board logic to allow greater operational productivity and reliability. The new machine will find increasing application in meeting the requirements of system integrators for automated X-ray solutions, as well as being used as a stand-alone X-ray machine for conventional X-ray radiography and radioscopy.
The new Titan E offers the same high out put of 4.5kW as the existing Titan family, with the same maximum tube current of 45 mA, extremely stable high voltage and very low ripple but this is now supported by a control platform that is more intuitive and easier to use. This is the result of an ergonomic, interactive re-design that features a fully graphic screen that clearly displays all operating and set-up parameters, a dynamic menu guide and a consistent method of operation that permits input through a keyboard, a speed-dependent wheel and function keys. It is complemented by a data-supported programming function for setting-up, archiving and activating application-specific exposure programs and failsafe operation to meet international standards.
For logging purposes Titan E can record up to 512 switch-on and shutdown events, as well as 128 warm-up cycles.
Intelligent warm-up is a feature that extends tube operating life. The Titan's built-in real-time clock tracks the machine's operating history and calculates the optimum warm-up cycle. A special extended warm-up program incorporated in Titan E uses tube-specific algorithms to ensure that the tube is used as carefully as possible and further extends its operating life.
System safety has been an important consideration in the re-design and the operating condition of the generator, tube and cable, which are continuously monitored and displayed in accordance with regulatory requirements. Any alarm situations are instantly reported and there is automatic switch-off in the event of lamp failure. Other safety features include dual high voltage contactors with redundancy monitoring, with independent external safety circuits, radiation safety interlock to European and US standards and prevention of unauthorized operation. Cooling water/oil flow rate are also constantly monitored.
The Titan E, which can display text messages in 16 languages, has been designed for stand-alone operation and for integration in complex inspection systems. To ensure simple and trouble-free integration, it includes components, features and protocols such as 0.01 mA Modus, extended warm-up programs, different operating modes, various tubes and software solutions and industrial interfaces, such as RS 232 and Profibus.
About GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies
GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies is part of GE Enterprise Solutions, a $5 billion business helping customers compete and win in a changing global environment by combining the power of GE's unique expertise and intelligent technology to drive customers' productivity and profitability. GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies is a leading innovator in advanced measurement, sensor-based and inspection solutions that deliver accuracy, productivity and safety to its customers. The company designs and manufactures sensing instruments that measure temperature, pressure, moisture, gas and flow rate for demanding customer applications. It also designs, manufactures and services inspection equipment, including radiographic, ultrasonic, remote visual and eddy current, that monitors and tests materials without disassembly, deforming or damaging them. GE Sensing & Inspection's products are used in a wide range of industries, including oil & gas, power generation, aerospace, transportation and healthcare. The company has 4,700 employees at more than 40 facilities in 25 countries worldwide.
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