Orbital Welding

Robotic technology has come a long way from its initial focus on heavy-duty applications. Today, robotic welding employs advanced automation to handle a myriad of complex and delicate operations. These advances have opened opportunities for industries to fully utilize weld robots to generate the maximum return on investment (ROI). By…

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Technological updates should simplify operations, increase productivity, and reduce costs for manufacturers. Robotic welding has allowed industries to realize these benefits by shifting welding tasks from operators to smart automated robots. With accurate programming, operators can ensure optimal robot performance and incomparable weld results. Traditionally, robots have been programmed on-site…

When choosing a robotic welding system, manufacturers must consider many factors: What type of welding process is suitable for my application? How does it affect welding productivity? What costs will I incur, and what will be the return on my investment? Most industries nowadays adopt modern welding technologies to leverage…

Recent developments in robot and robotic welding technology have enabled industries to increase efficiency and productivity. Likewise, automated orbital welding systems and welding robots help manufacturers target previously unattainable productivity goals. To meet the demand that improved automation and productivity encouraged, robotic programming capabilities continue to evolve. Traditional robot programming…

Unimation 001, the first welding robot, was created in 1962. In the early days, heavy automated machinery with less flexibility limited robotic welding to large-scale heavy industries like automotive manufacturing. With today’s refined robotic and computing tools, however, robotic welding has become widely available across manufacturing environments. This transition has…

Unless you just crawled from under a rock or recently awoke from one of those Rip van Winkle naps, then you know that the trend toward smart products is growing rapidly. Perhaps more impressive is the demand for smart manufacturing systems. In many cases, smart manufacturing indicates that the equipment…

The digital transformation in manufacturing has occurred swiftly in recent years with the rise of automation and digital technology. Industries like oil and gas have leveraged the benefits of this change and have begun to rely more heavily on advanced technologies in areas including business, finance, and logistics. However, one…

In recent years, increased momentum in automation has expanded the range of industries that rely on advanced welding technology for increased productivity and efficiency. And with the turn to Manufacturing 4.0, the welding industry has increased its reliance on smart welding robots that integrate the advantages of IoT (Internet of…