Selection Factors
Welding robot selection depends on reach, payload, joint access, torch package, duty cycle, fixture strategy, floor space and service support.
WELDING ROBOT SELECTION
Robot Selection Guide for Welding Automation
How to select a robot platform for arc welding, fabrication and automated welding cells.
FAST ANSWER
What does this solution include?
Guide to selecting welding robots for automation projects, including reach, payload, torch access, fixture design, duty cycle, brand options and integration scope.
Fixture Dependency
A good robot cannot compensate for unstable parts. Fixture design is often the difference between a workable welding cell and a difficult one.
Brand Evaluation
FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa, Estun, CRP Robot and JAKA can be evaluated according to welding process and project requirements.
Integrator Role
A welding integrator defines the complete cell: robot, welding source, fixture, positioner, safety, extraction, controls and commissioning.
ROBOT OPTIONS
Selected robot options for this application.
SP80
SP235
SP225H
FAQ
Questions manufacturers ask before integration.
What is the first step before choosing a welding robot?
Review the part, joint access, tolerance, batch volume, weld length, fixture method and cycle-time target.
Can collaborative robots be used for welding?
Yes, collaborative welding can work for some applications, but speed, safety, reach and process requirements must be evaluated.
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