HTW robotic welding cell from Fronius includes two robots for handling, welding

The Handling-to-Welding (HTW) robotic welding cell from Fronius Welding Automation joins parts of different geometries and materials. Two robots complete the job—the handling robot positions the workpieces, and the second robot performs the welding. This combination allows for flexibility of part and batch sizes, as well as seam geometries, even for angular parts.

The system comprises modules that can be assembled individually. Depending on the cell configuration, part lock gates for inward and outward transport of parts are available. Various positioners, a tool center point measurement system, a torch cleaning system, a gripper station, and a contact tip changing system also are available. The system is suitable for fully automated welding with the GMAW, cold metal transfer, GTAW, and plasma processes.

The HMI T21-RS control with 21-in. touchscreen allows for monitoring and coordination of all components such as robots, the TPSi power source, positioners, the racking system, and the torch cleaning system.

Standard functions include user and program management, fault message displays, cycle and part counters, language options, system status displays, and power management of all components.