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Automated laser welding offers numerous significant advantages for businesses and workers alike. It notably boosts productivity through the continuous operation capabilities of automated systems, reducing unplanned downtime. Moreover, these systems achieve welds at a higher speed compared to traditional methods, enhancing overall production capacity. The quality of welds is also elevated, with microscopic precision that minimizes human errors and produces uniform, defect-free welds, thereby increasing the reliability of finished products and customer satisfaction.
Furthermore, automation frees employees from repetitive tasks, allowing them to focus on more complex and strategic activities, promoting innovation and professional growth. Workplace safety is also enhanced with advanced safety features on the machines, reducing the risks associated with manual handling. In summary, automated laser welding increases productivity and quality, liberates employees for higher-value tasks, and improves safety, thereby bolstering the long-term competitiveness and success of businesses.
Is laser welding experience necessary?
Not at all. The LightWELD laser welding technology is easy to learn, regardless of your welding experience level. All LightWELD systems come pre-loaded with over 100 welding and cleaning parameters for common materials and thicknesses. You can also create your own recipes to adjust your travel speed and desired weld penetration.
Do I need robotics experience to use a cobot?
The LightWELD Cobot System (LWCS) does not require operators to program with code (though that’s an option if desired). LWCS is typically taught by manually guiding the robotic arm through a welding or cleaning task. The arm can remember hundreds of tasks and will execute the steps and movements for a specific task whenever needed.
Are collaborative robots meant to replace human welders?
No, quite the opposite. Cobots are designed to work alongside humans and assist them in various tasks. The LightWELD Cobot system requires a skilled welder to teach it how to perform various welding tasks. Cobots are like any other tool: they help creators and craftsmen work faster and more efficiently, producing higher-quality finished products.
Why buy a cobot instead of hiring a skilled welder?
The LightWELD Cobot system is designed to help skilled welders be more productive. While the system can handle a wide range of welding and cleaning tasks, it is particularly suited for managing repetitive and less rewarding welding tasks. By working more efficiently with this type of welding, skilled welders can spend their time on more challenging and interesting welds. Additionally, the high repeatability and precision of LightWELD Cobot systems reduce the time welders need to spend on touch-ups and grinding.
Why use a laser welding cobot instead of an arc welding cobot?
methods in all applications. However, laser welding offers several advantages over MIG & TIG welding:
What is LightWELD technology?
LightWELD is a portable laser welding and cleaning technology designed to maximize weld quality and productivity. LightWELD and portable laser welding are established solutions for welders and manufacturers worldwide. The same LightWELD technology powers the LightWELD Cobot system. If needed, the portable LightWELD system can be disconnected from the cobot system for manual tool-less use.
Is laser welding safe?
Laser welding requires certain safety measures, like any other welding method. Laser welding is safe as long as operators and bystanders wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and the laser is used in a laser safety enclosure. Safety is a top priority for all LightWELD systems, which come with laser safety glasses and safe welding helmets for lasers. LightWELD laser units include features such as emergency stop buttons, safety interlocks, and easy integration with welding areas to stop the laser if the door is unexpectedly opened.
Can LightWELD weld dissimilar metals or parts of different thicknesses?
Yes, you can easily weld dissimilar metals such as copper to stainless steel or aluminum, as well as parts of different thicknesses across a variety of weld joint types.
What is the duty cycle of LightWELD?
You can use LightWELD at a 100% duty cycle at maximum laser power.
Can LightWELD be used with wire?
LightWELD offers seven operating modes to meet your needs:
How do I buy a LightWELD Cobot system?
Contact us and one of our LightWELD specialists will respond as soon as possible.
Automating laser welding offers a multitude of significant benefits, both for businesses and workers. By adopting this advanced technology, companies can achieve notable gains in productivity, quality, workplace safety, and freeing employees for more complex tasks.
Firstly, productivity is significantly enhanced through automated laser welding. Automated systems can operate 24/7 without interruption, maximizing uptime and reducing unplanned downtime. Moreover, these systems are capable of welding at much higher speeds than traditional methods, thereby increasing overall production capacity.
In terms of quality, automated laser welding ensures high-quality results and precise reproducibility. Automated machines are programmed to execute welds with microscopic precision, greatly reducing the risk of human errors. As a result, finished products are more reliable, with uniform and defect-free welds, enhancing the company’s reputation and customer satisfaction.
Furthermore, automating laser welding frees up employees for more complex and high-value tasks. By relieving workers from repetitive and tedious welding tasks, they can focus on strategic activities such as new product design, process optimization, or in-depth quality control. This promotes professional development and stimulates innovation within the company.
Lastly, automating laser welding contributes to improving workplace safety. Automated machines are equipped with advanced safety devices such as motion sensors and safety barriers, reducing the risks of accidents and injuries associated with manual handling of heavy and potentially hazardous equipment. By providing a safer working environment, companies can enhance employee well-being and reduce costs related to workplace accidents.
In summary, automating laser welding offers a multitude of benefits, from increased productivity and quality to freeing up employees for more complex tasks and improving workplace safety. By adopting this innovative technology, companies can strengthen their competitiveness in the market and ensure long-term success.
AUTOMATE Repetitive Welds
Free up resources by entrusting repetitive tasks to your cobot system, allowing skilled welders to focus on more complex welds.
MAXIMIZE Productivity
Accelerate repetitive welds more quickly and consistently, reduce defective parts, and minimize time spent on grinding and touch-ups.
IMPROVE Your Welders
Enable your welders to accomplish more with a system that complements their skills and optimizes their time.
No Programming Experience Required
Teach your cobot the necessary steps in minutes by manually guiding the robotic arm before saving the task with the push of a button.
Control Everything from One Screen
An intuitive interface allows operators to select and save welding and cleaning presets, adjust laser parameters, and control the robotic arm, all from one place.
The LightWELD Cobot system offers the flexibility and freedom of movement needed to handle a variety of welds, regardless of your workflow method.
America’s Most Popular Portable Laser Welding Technology
The LightWELD Cobot system is powered by LightWELD, the same laser technology that has revolutionized portable laser welding and cleaning in workshops across the United States and Canada.
LightWELD laser technology enables welders to weld better and more with a productive, efficient, and easy-to-learn tool.
