March, 2003

FLORENCE,SC - Included in the new Aristo line of industrial welding
systems from ESAB Welding & Cutting Products is the ideal solution for
robotic and mechanized applications. The AristoMig 450 system is based
on the ESAB MIG Process Package, which integrates an AristoMig 450 power
source, a Mech/MEK wire feeder, the AristoPendant U8 control pendant and
the interface unit, which allows the welding equipment to be interfaced
with the specific operator application.

The AristoPendant U8 is the ultimate man-machine communications module.
It offers quick access to synergic settings. A wide range of
pre-programmed synergic parameters keeps set-up and testing to a minimum
when welding on different materials and thicknesses. The module has the
capacity to store up to 99 welding parameters for recall whenever
needed. And these parameters can be transferred by a memory card to
other systems equipped with the AristoPendant U8.

Like ESAB's AristoFeed wire feeders, the Mech/MEK wire feeders are
engineered for exceptional reliability and smooth operation. Their
powerful feeding mechanism ensures steady, even wire feeding. With its
motor mounted on the robotic equipment, the AristoMig's Mech/MEK wire
feeding mechanism becomes an integral part of the automated system.
For more information on the AristoMig 450 system for robotic
applications - or other Aristo industrial welding systems, please call
1-800-ESAB-123 or visit www.esabna.com.

ESAB Welding & Cutting Products has been a leader in the business for
nearly 100 years and is one of the world's largest manufacturers of welding and cutting
equipment and welding filler metals.