Cleveland. OH -- The critical shortage of skilled labor, combined with industry's need to remain competitive, is driving the manufacturing industry to implement automated fabrication processes and solutions. Automated welding, one such solution, helps deliver productivity and quality vital to the success of U.S. manufacturing competitiveness. Aware of the drive toward more automation, Lincoln Electric now offers an enhanced Robotic Welding Education Cell.
For instructors and students alike, the new cell provides access to robotic technology and advanced training, allowing students to develop skills that meet the needs of industry's advanced manufacturing environment. The mobile nature of the Education Cell, including a collapsible work space, allows it to be used in multiple classrooms and the welding lab as a training tool, yet also be transported to recruiting events to attract students to schools and their programs.
"The future of manufacturing lies in motivating students to consider science, technology, engineering, and math careers," said Deanna Postlethwaite, marketing manager, Lincoln Electric Automation Division. "The enhanced Robotic Welding Education Cell is crucial in addressing these educational targets and building a workforce with the right skills for manufacturing. The robotic system design caters to industrial, welding education, and robotic training needs."
The Robotic Welding Education Cell program gives students a foundation in robotic welding basics, as well as more sophisticated technologies, preparing them to succeed in industries ranging from building and fabrication to automotive, transportation, and structural steel. The welding cell supplements the students' coursework in any math- or science-based curriculum, including CAD, electronics, machining, and computer science and information technology.
The Robotic Welding Education Cell offers the following benefits:
Collapsible work surface area (2,000 sq. in. maximum work surface area). Fits through a standard doorway, is lightweight and mounted on wheels, allowing it to be moved easily from classroom to classroom and positioned for optimal demonstration purposes. Ready to go out of the box. The packages include integrated shielding gas bottle rack/storage, fume extraction system mounting, and integrated safety devices. Equipped with a "production ready" welding robot packaged with numerous software options from FANUC® Robotics. A single power drop for the complete cell - simplifying connection of the FANUC® ARC Mate® 50iC/5L robotic arm and Power Wave® R350 welding power source.
The Robotic Welding Education Cell features:
Lincoln Electric Power Wave® R350 welding power source. AutoDrive® 4R100 wire feeder. Lincoln Electric Magnum® PRO robotic welding torch. FANUC® ARC Mate® 50iC/5L - complete robotic hardware and software solution. SuperArc® L-56 welding wire.
