In the fast-paced world of modern manufacturing, the ability to rapidly implement and adapt leak-testing protocols is essential. But for many production engineers and quality managers, creating a new test program often feels like navigating a maze of complexity and uncertainty. With Astra Dash, that no longer needs to be the case.
Traditionally, setting up a leak test program involved deep technical knowledge, multiple trial-and-error cycles, and often, support from specialists. But Astra Dash changes all that with its simple and clear software design. Its interface is purpose-built to reduce complexity and guide the user – step by step – through the program creation process.
Users can start from scratch, copy an existing setup, or opt for the Guided Setup, which uses intuitive prompts and tool tips to lead even novice users through the process. This wizard-based programming method ensures critical parameters aren’t missed and makes it easy to get a test running quickly and accurately.
Setting up a new program can be as simple as:
Choosing the desired test type (e.g., pressure decay, occlusion, mass flow). The software recognized the smart channel boxes that are installed and knows what methods are available to the user.
Using the "Guided Setup" feature to input volume, leak thresholds, and target pressures.
Letting Astra Dash auto-populate a complete test cycle based on your inputs.
Refining any steps as needed and hitting "Run Test" to verify performance.
This flexibility is further enhanced by Astra Dash’s modular design. Each channel box acts as a self-contained tester, so new test configurations can be loaded without affecting others. You can even dock a new channel box to run a completely different test type on the same hardware.
Supporting All Skill Levels
Astra Dash is designed to support everyone from new hires to seasoned engineers. Tooltips are embedded throughout the interface, and the user experience is optimized with a tablet-like 22” touchscreen that allows test customization using simple drag-and-drop widgets.
And if your team is spread across sites or time zones, no problem. Programs can be duplicated and transferred easily – ensuring consistency and saving time on training and validation.
The process of creating a new test program doesn't need to be complicated. With Astra Dash, it becomes an empowering capability – one that supports faster development, higher uptime, and smarter production. Whether you're bringing a new medical device to market or extending an existing line of production, creating your next program is not just easy – it’s intuitive.
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