• Swagelok Company

New Functionality, Accessories for the M200 Power Supply

Swagelok Company, combining form and function, has 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 A capability for orbital welding at a weight of less than 50 lbs (23 kg). A high-resolution, 12.1 in (30.7 cm) colour 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. 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 stabilises 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, the company 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. The company’s distribution facilities support a global network of more than 200 authorised sales and service centres in 57 countries, including India.