Advanced Xiris Weld Monitoring Tools: For Enhanced & Remote View of Welding Processes

Welding processes form an inevitable part of industries relying on heavy machines to execute their work. With such a widespread dependence on these methods, the need to monitor them adequately and improve the process control has also become evident. Xiris weld monitoring systems serve exactly the same purpose. From process development to data collection to production monitoring, these systems provide tools for all the related processes.

Xiris holds high credibility in the welding industry and has available an assorted range of weld monitoring systems for several welding processes. The most popular of its advanced tools are the weld cameras that allow the operator to monitor the entire welding process remotely. Here are some of their popular weld monitoring tools:

XVC-O

XVC-O: This tool is best for use during the weld automation of arc welding processes. It helps the fabricators to improve and reduce the defects occurring during the welding, improve quality and boost productivity. It makes up for a safer and healthier work environment for welding operators. Among its exclusive features, include image recording and playback, 15" LCD 1024 X 768 Display and cross hair overlay.

XVC-S

XVC-S: It comprises an effectual part during the automation of submerged arc welding. It allows the operator to view the process from a remote location. The tool uses real time pictorial details of the weld area, torch, and material under high-power and standard welding conditions. It removes the welder from the direct weld location which maintains the safety and health standards. It also accelerates productivity by increasing “arc on time”. This Xiris weld monitoring tool ensures reduced set-up time, operational and run-time productivity, real-time verification, video recording, cross hair overlay, and clear weld tip view.

XVC-S+

XVC-S+: This Xiris weld monitoring tool is ideal for sub-arc welding applications just like XVC-S. It includes a viewing camera to view the process away from the weld area. Therefore, this ensures safe, noise-free and real time images of the welding process. It features image recording and a playback system, and single or dual crosshairs, and 15" LCD 1024 X 768 display.

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Multifarious Features of Electrode and Flux Holding Ovens

Equipment like electrodes and flux holding ovens are an essential part in welding processes. While electrodes are useful in shielding of the metal, arc stabilization, etc., flux produces a gas shield over the weld to protect it from the atmosphere. It is therefore important to store these essential elements in a safe place to ensure adequate performance during welding process.

Model 10B Electrode Oven

Electrode holding ovens

Manufacturers introduce their own versions of electrode ovens all including a range of features. These ovens are useful in storing welding electrodes during their transfer to the job area from large shop ovens. Some common features that these tools include are:

• Portable, easy to load and carry

• Lightweight and rugged

• Quick access to electrodes

• Cost effective
  
  
  Available in multiple configurations to suit different welding requirements, for example:

• 125-175 Pound Capacity with 115 VAC Input Power and 100 - 550 Degree F Range

• 350 to 450 Pound Capacity with 115 VAC Input Power & 100 - 550 Degree F Range

GOV-200-FD Flux Holding Oven

Flux holding ovens

The flux holding ovens find their most use in the welding industry. They are capable of keeping the flux in a dry state and can dry out moisture affected flux at a temperature of around 550 ^oF. These ovens are fully-insulated and keep the temperature controlled with the help of thermostats. Different models of flux holding ovens from different manufacturers include many different features such as:

• Keeping the flux dry

• Multiple Pound capacities - 200 lb and 600 lb

• Temperature range of 100-550 ^oF

• 115 or 230 VAC power for operation

• Primary Power Input of 220, 460, and 575 volt

A fully insulated flux oven with 600lb capacity can store and dry in the most three common types of flux hoppers of 200lb each. The equipment includes lifting lug, hinged loading lid, thermometer, and a flux heating system, for each of the three flux hoppers. This is a better choice than an insulated 200 lb capacity flux holding oven if the budget allows.

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