Cobot Goes Beyond the Cart and Expands the Work Envelope
At FABTECH, THG Automation demonstrated multi-axis welding for the first time as well THG Multi-motion feature; a dual-axis skyhook with a part welded by a UR cobot mounted on a rail, all working in unison.
Posted: November 11, 2024
At FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, Fla., the event was home to a FABTECH first, showcasing Universal Robots’ (UR) dual-axis cobot welding with coordinated motion through the cobot’s own controller. The new capabilities are possible through UR’s new MotionPlus package that enables UR’s welding partners to add dual-axis coordinated motion capabilities to their own solutions. “To our knowledge, this is the first time multi-axis cobot welding with coordinated motion is showcased in North America,” said Will Healy III, global industry leader of welding at Universal Robots.
THG Automation demonstrated multi-axis welding for the first time as well THG Multi-motion feature; a dual-axis skyhook with a part welded by a UR cobot mounted on a rail, all working in unison.
THG also launched the THG-Multi-Op; two all-in-one systems, one for MIG/TIG and one for cutting and welding. Each system has a tool changer that allows the operator to easily switch between applications. Another new THG product at the show included a laser welding system.
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