X-dock Module | Draeger

The X-dock Module is a modular docking station from Dräger, designed to perform calibration, bump testing, and maintenance on portable gas detection devices. Dräger is a well-known company specializing in safety equipment, and their X-dock system is built to streamline the management and maintenance of gas detectors in industrial, commercial, and safety-critical environments. The system is particularly useful for maintaining devices like the X-am 125, X-am 125+, PAC, and X-am 8000+, all of which are used to detect hazardous gases in the environment.

Key Features and Functions of the X-dock Module:

1. Automated Calibration and Testing:

   • The X-dock Module automates the process of calibration and bump testing for various Dräger gas detectors. It ensures that the devices are working within their required specifications and meet safety standards.

   • Bump Testing: This is the process of checking whether the sensors on the gas detector respond to gas exposure, confirming the detector is operational.

   • Calibration: This ensures the detector is accurately measuring gas concentrations, and it is often required by safety regulations.

2. Compatibility with Multiple Models:

   • The X-dock system is designed to be compatible with multiple Dräger gas detection instruments:

     • X-am 125(8321890): A portable single-gas detector.

     • X-am 125+(8321891): A multi-gas portable detector, designed for use with up to 4 gases.

     • PAC (Personal Air Condition)(8321892): A family of single-gas detectors ideal for personal monitoring.

     • X-am 8000+(8321894): A more advanced multi-gas detector suitable for industrial and hazardous environments.

3. Docking Station Features:

   • Docking Stations are modular, meaning you can connect several units together depending on the number of devices you need to test.

   • Some models offer features like remote control, web-based interface, and automatic test documentation.

   • The docking station often includes features such as gas cylinder connections for introducing test gases, sensors for detecting calibration gases, and a display for viewing results.

4. Built-in Data Management:

   • The X-dock Module allows you to manage test data and calibration certificates. It can store the data of each test performed, including details like date, time, the gas tested, and the result of the calibration or bump test.

   • Reports can often be generated automatically for compliance purposes.

5. Efficiency and Time-Saving:

   • The module allows for batch processing of multiple devices at once, saving time when maintaining a fleet of gas detectors.

   • The automatic operation of the system reduces the need for manual intervention and helps prevent human error during calibration or testing.

6. Flexible Operation:

   • The X-dock Module allows for manual or automatic operation, offering flexibility based on the requirements of the user.

   • It is designed for simple use with minimal setup, meaning technicians can spend more time focusing on other critical tasks.

7. Safety and Compliance:

   • The X-dock Module ensures that gas detectors meet strict safety standards required for working in environments with hazardous gases.

   • Calibration and testing are critical for ensuring the accuracy of portable gas detectors, which is essential for maintaining workplace safety and compliance with occupational health and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA or ANSI standards).

Key Benefits:

• Reduced Downtime: Automatic calibration and bump testing reduce the time gas detectors are out of service.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensures that your equipment meets safety and calibration standards.

• Cost Efficiency: By automating the testing process, businesses can reduce labor costs and minimize equipment downtime.

• Easy Maintenance: Modular design makes maintenance and upgrades straightforward, ensuring the system remains functional for long-term use.

• Accurate Documentation: Provides reliable, traceable test results for audits and record-keeping.

Example of Applications:

• Industrial Safety: Gas detection is essential in industries such as oil & gas, chemicals, mining, and construction, where workers are exposed to harmful gases.

• Emergency Services: Fire departments, rescue teams, and environmental monitoring teams use these systems to ensure their portable gas detectors are always calibrated and ready for use.

• Laboratories: Ensuring the precision and reliability of detectors used for monitoring hazardous gases.

• Public Sector & Government: Compliance with safety standards in public safety sectors such as military, security, and governmental facilities.