Fronius LaserHybrid combines laser welding and GMAW

Fronius has introduced LaserHybrid welding, which combines laser welding and GMAW in a single process. According to the company, this highly stable welding process requires less preliminary work and rework while offering high speed and high quality.

During the process, a laser beam initially heats the surface of the component, resulting in deep, narrow penetration. The arc then forms a wide weld pool to bridge the gap while achieving deep penetration. The compact welding head has an integrated GMAW torch and built-in laser optics. Different welding heads are available for applications in the automotive, shipbuilding, and pipeline industries.

A robot holder forms the link between the welding head and an industrial robot. This gives the head the flexibility to access difficult-to-reach areas of the component. The welding wire can be placed in any position with respect to the laser beam.