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Smart, Self-programming Robot that Sets Its Own Weld Path
TRUMPF’s new arc-welding robot that programs its own weld path is now available in North America. The smart sensor enables the robot to determine weld spots automatically, and the technology helps tackle the shortage of skilled workers.
Cutting-edge Welding Solutions to be Showcased at FABTECH 2023
Miller Electric Mfg. brings the “Power of Blue” to the show floor, where attendees can try out the newest technologies live and discover products to help evaluate your operations.
Company Expands Range of Galvo Scanning Heads for Laser Welding Applications
AMADA WELD TECH’s scanning weld heads extend precision welding capabilities. The robust solutions are designed to work with lasers up to 3 (kW and field sizes up to 100-by-100 millimeters.
New Audio AI and Solutions for Welding Quality Control
Xiris Automation’s showcase at FABTECH is the release of its AI tool designed to process welding audio signals. With the Audio AI tool, fabricators can now establish an acceptable range of audio signals for welding processes and receive real-time alarms for anomalies such as burn-through and wire feed skips that could indicate welding defects.
Airgas to Feature Advanced Fabrication Innovations at FABTECH 2023
Customers will be presented with methods to drive efficiencies and gain competitive advantages through Airgas’ innovations in automation, additive manufacturing, cutting, welding, safety and service.
Range of New Technologies Enables Competitive Welding Operations
Get the essential welding application expertise you need to improve your metal fabrication shop’s welding process and quality.
FABTECH 2023 – METALFORM, Finishing, Tube & Pipe
Hall D: METALFORM, Finishing, Tube & Pipe of FABTECH 2023, North America’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event.
Cobots as Flexible Fab Shop Tools
The future for cobots is exciting. There are developments on further improvements with usability and programming that implement artificial intelligence.
Welding Test Results for AI-driven Industrial Cobots
Xaba and Rolleri partner to develop a cognitive autonomous cobot work cell. Test results show an increase in the accuracy and consistency of welding operations.
Welding-focused VR Headset Designed to Inspire and Engage Younger Students with Immersive Experience
Lincoln Electric launches Voyage™ Arc Virtual Reality Headset to attract young people to welding careers. Students learn about GMAW and SMAW, and critical skills such as travel speed, position and contact tip to work distance.
The Robotization of High-mix, Low-volume Production Gains Momentum
How AI and machine vision expand the possibilities of robotics and make robots effective even for custom projects and one-of-a-kind parts.
World’s First Automated Fitting and Full-welding Machine for the Steel Fabricating Industry
Voortman Steel Machinery unveils the Voortman Fabricator, billed as the premier welding system for structural steel. Voortman has also introduced DIGI-WELD, a software solution that fully automates the welding preparation process.
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