Weathering Tester utilizes digital control system.
Press Release Summary:
Giving operators flexibility and control of accelerated weathering testing, Ci4000 Xenon-arc Weather-Ometer® features embedded digital control system for accurate control and monitoring of data. Color TFT touch screen display has intuitive icons for interpretation of operating parameters and warnings. Along with sub-cycle repeat programming, control system features smart media card interface, smart sensors, and streaming data output formatted for compatibility with LIMS.
Original Press Release:
Atlas Introduces Advanced Digital Control System for the Ci4000 Weather-Ometer®
Improved functionality, scalability and ease-of-use to meet exacting test parameters
CHICAGO, IL / April, 2006 - Atlas Material Testing Technology LLC, the global leader in weathering testing services and technology, has introduced an enhanced digital control system for the Ci4000 Xenon-arc Weather-Ometer® giving operators more flexibility and control of their accelerated weathering testing.
One of the most notable changes is a modern, full color TFT touch screen display with intuitive icons for easier interpretation of operating parameters and warnings. However, at the heart of the upgrade is the embedded control system that replaces the PLC controller of the previous generation. Internally, analog control circuits were replaced with a robust digital network for more reliable and accurate control and monitoring of the data. Memory capacity has been significantly increased allowing additional features and functions previously managed by external controllers - such as water resistively and lamp water temperature. Now with a single control system, operators can be more efficient analyzing instrument performance, monitoring test parameters and performing calibration procedures.
Among other standard features and benefits of the new control system are:
o Sub-cycle repeat programming for copying standard and saving them as templates
o Full color trend plot screen with large memory
o Smart media card interface for test data portability
o Smart sensors that communicate their status to the touch panel at power-up
o Streaming data output formatted for compatibility with modern laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
The advanced digital control system is built with scalability for future upgrades. New software versions will simply be up-loaded via the interface.
For more information about the advanced control system, please contact a sales representative by phone at (773) 327-4520 or via e-mail at info@atlas-mts.com. Visit the Atlas website at www.atlas-mts.com.
About Ci Series Weather-Ometers
The Ci Series apply digital and optical technologies in a laboratory weathering instrument for reliable, accelerating weathering testing. Controlled Irradiance (Ci) Xenon Arc Systems deliver constant levels of irradiance and precise temperature and humidity control, helping to establish new standards of performance for correlation, accuracy, reproducibility and repeatability.
About Atlas
Atlas is a recognized leader in material durability testing offering a comprehensive line of weathering solutions. For accelerated laboratory and outdoor testing, Atlas Weathering Services Group offers 5 laboratories and 20 outdoor sites around the world with a variety of climates, including desert, subtropical, high-altitude and corrosive. Atlas Weathering Services Group is ISO 17025 (A2LA) accredited. Atlas products are designed and manufactured to conform to international, national and industry standard test methods including ISO, ASTM, DIN, JIS and numerous others. Atlas Material Testing Technology LLC is ISO 9001:2000 registered.
