Swagelok Releases New Functionality, Accessories for the M200 Power Supply
Solon, Ohio (August 31, 2009)-Combining form and function, Swagelok Company released new software for its Swagelok® welding system M200 power supply to deliver increased performance in an updated graphical interface. The M200 offers ease of use, portability, and 200 amp capability for orbital welding at a weight of less than 50 lbs (23 kg). A high-resolution, 12.1 in. (30.7 cm) color industrial touch screen gives users a simple, intuitive pathway to enter weld programs.
The streamlined display includes an improved weld head graphic, which presents weld progress in greater detail to help operators better evaluate the weld. The graphic shows progression, performance levels, and stop/start for each level of the weld in real-time. If the weld deviates from the selected weld schedule, those points are marked on the graphic with an indicator so that the operator can evaluate after the weld is complete.
"In developing the version 2.01 software, we wanted to concentrate on making it easier for welders to evaluate the live progress of their welds," said John Glessman, product manager, Swagelok Company. "Plus, by improving the recording of weld data with the M200, we can help welders make more efficient adjustments and ultimately reduce downtime."
The software also includes a new tacking method to help ensure proper alignment of the workpieces prior to beginning the full weld. The new method stabilizes the workpieces during tacking to circumvent separation. The tack placement can be seen on the weld head graphic.
In addition to the version 2.01 software, Swagelok also recently introduced three new accessories for the M200 power supply: a port cover, remote pendant, and handheld barcode scanner. The port cover is designed to protect the ports on the M200's side panel from contamination at the job site. The remote pendant enhances basic operation of the power supply. And the handheld barcode scanner allows for immediate data input and improved data integrity, delivering time savings in the tracking of welding projects.
About the M200 power supply
The Swagelok welding system M200 power supply offers precision and control combined with easy-to-use touch-screen operation for orbital welding. Users can choose from one of three forms to enter weld programs, including automatic weld schedule programming. The M200's automatic shield gas control (patent pending) simplifies set-up of shielding gas, requiring no use of a separate flow meter.
Multi-language capability is built in to the M200, requiring no separate programming or special ordering. Built-in languages are English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Swedish, and Chinese. Universal voltage input (100 to 230 V [ac]) requires only a cord/plug change to accommodate an input voltage.
The M200 works with all currently available Swagelok weld heads. It includes four USB ports, Ethernet port, USB device (output) port, VGA output, and serial port. All gas and electrical connections, plus the integral, high-speed thermal printer are easily accessed from the unit's side panels.
Headquartered in Solon, Ohio, U.S.A., Swagelok Company is a major developer and provider of fluid system solutions, including products, assemblies, and services for the research, instrumentation, pharmaceutical, oil and gas, power, petrochemical, alternative fuels, and semiconductor industries. Its manufacturing, research, technical support, and distribution facilities support a global network of more than 200 authorized sales and service centers in 57 countries. For more information about Swagelok, visit the company's Web site at www.swagelok.com.
Theresa Polachek
Swagelok Company
440-649-5629
Theresa.Polachek@swagelok.com
Tim Bennett
Marcus Thomas LLC
216/292-4700
tbennett@marcusthomasllc.com
