Most of us are aware of industrial welding robots—those large, fast machines found on big assembly lines. But what about collaborative welding robots, also known as cobots? These compact machines can work safely alongside humans, but don’t let their size fool you; they’re the next big thing in welding automation.
Let’s explore how the BotX welding cobot can leverage your welding operations.
Setup is a breeze
If you can operate a smartphone, you can set up and operate the BotX welding cobot. Traditional industrial robots can take weeks to install and program. With the BotX, you can get to work faster (in mere hours) without the need for any special programming expertise.
Red-D-Arc provides users with the opportunity to configure their equipment quickly and easily through the BotX mobile app. This same app offers a real-time cloud connection, which allows for 24/7 performance monitoring and troubleshooting support.
Costs effective, flexible acquisition options
The BotX cobot offers a low-cost, flexible alternative to traditional robots and since it can be rented by the week, or purchased, allowing customers to scale up or down quickly on an as-needed basis. In comparison, large industrial robots are usually purchased as long-term capital investments.
The cost of a cobot depends on more than just its size. The technological advancements employed by the BotX welder bring the power of cobotics within reach for small and medium-sized manufacturers, enabling them to compete with their larger rivals.
Safety first
Does your process include tasks that are dirty, dull, or dangerous? Then the BotX might be just what you need. The key is in the name— The BotX collaborative welding robot.
The BotX cobot supports humans; it doesn’t replace them. And its design allows it to safely work with people in the same cell or work envelope. ISO/TS 15066:2016 ensures that welding cobots meet strict safety standards without the need for cages and other physical barriers, which can reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injuries by taking on repetitive tasks that would otherwise be performed by human welders.
Flexibility = productivity
Industrial welding robots are typically bolted to the floor and used for one main purpose for years at a time. The BotX, on the other hand, is small enough that it can be moved around to support different welding jobs within a plant.
The BotX is perfect for enterprises that thrive on high-variety, low-volume work. With various available configurations, companies can adapt the BotX to meet a variety of welding needs and challenges. In addition to helping with repetitive tasks, the BotX can also support operations that require accuracy and repeatability.
Summary
Gone are the days when welding cobots were just for large assembly lines. With the innovation of the BotX collaborative welding robot, more small and medium-sized businesses can explore automation without the need for costly investments and special expertise.
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