TPT September 2024

TUBE WELDING MACHINES & TECHNOLOGY

Robotic welding system offers automation and simplicity of use for tube manufacturers

ESAB HAS introduced three high performance Cobot welding system packages to reduce programming times, increase productivity and offer consistent, high-quality welds in high mix and low- to medium-volume applications. ESAB Cobot packages use the most common robotic communication protocols and are tailored to meet the needs of fabricators, manufacturers and automation integrators, whether they need only a basic welding set-up or a complete turnkey Cobot solution. “ESAB Cobot packages empower companies to easily automate simple welding jobs to increase productivity, repeatability and quality,” said Tom Van Dooren, ESAB global product manager, integrated robotic systems and mechanised solutions. He added: “Cobots enable skilled welders to focus on more value added work and raise the skill sets and productivity of workers with

ESAB Cobot packages are tailored to meet the needs of fabricators, manufacturers and automation integrators, whether they need only a basic welding set-up or a complete turnkey Cobot solution

less experience. With the proven performance of ESAB welding systems and Cobot options from industry leaders, users have the confidence of high uptime backed by deep welding application and automation experience.” All Cobot packages feature ESAB’s Aristo ® 500ix power source and the RobustFeed U82. The Aristo power source has a maximum welding output of 500A and offers premium MIG and pulsed MIG welding performance and proven reliability in harsh environments. Aristo systems can be upgraded to connect to InduSuite WeldCloud software applications for fleet management and greater productivity. The RobustFeed platform won the prestigious 2021 Red Dot Award for product design and its PreciDrive wire drive system delivers precision wire feeding performance to promote consistent weld quality. An IP44 level of protection reduces risk of dust, metal shavings and other contaminants that hinder feeding performance. The feeder handles bobbins up to 300mm and is also compatible with bulk drums such as ESAB’s Marathon ® Pac. RobustFeed U82 enables users to create custom synergic lines or to choose from 68 factory-programmed synergic lines for steel, stainless steel, aluminium and NiCrMo alloys. Data associated with each synergic line can be fine-tuned and subsequently stored, and the

RobustFeed U82 can store up to 255 welding schedules. The Cobot Advanced Robust Pack is perfect for more demanding welding tasks, or where more flexibility is required, in medium- and heavy-duty applications. The complete welding package, with Aristo 500ix water-cooled power source and RobustFeed U82 wire feeder, offers spray, pulse and SuperPulse modes, productivity and quality data and reporting. For users that want to explore the full potential of Cobot welding and achieve the best possible results, the Teach Tool UR Package is a ready-to-integrate solution specifically designed to integrate with Cobots from Universal Robots. The ESAB Teach Tool is compatible with both Universal’s CB- and e-series robots, as well as the new UR20, guaranteeing seamless operation across all UR robot types. The ESAB Teach Tool features an easy-to-use, no-code program structure, allowing for effortless incorporation of weaving patterns (trapezoid, zigzag and crescent, stitch welds and multi-pass welding). An angle system sets the desired work and travel angles; precise manual angle programming is no longer required, and it handles complex tasks (such as corners) without complex programming. ESAB Welding & Cutting Products www.esab.com

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