ARC-X is a fully automated, gantry-style robotic welding system built for manufacturers who need precision welding across large or high-mix components.
ARC-X - Automated welding robot
ARC-X is built around three integrated software and hardware systems — CAM for offline programming, VISION for real-time seam tracking, and WAAM for additive manufacturing.
Australian made and designed
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No pendant programming; all programming is offline via ARC-X CAM
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All-in-one system, no third party software
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Adaptive motion control with custom kinematics
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Active laser seam tracking via ARC-X VISION
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High precision Beckhoff servo drive system
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High accuracy machined linear sections.
Machine features
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High rapid speeds
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Linear axis upto 30,000mm
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Extended reach for large components
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Integrated welding system
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Advanced collision detection system
Options
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Multiple welding heads for simultaneous welding
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Additional synchronised workpiece positioners
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Push-pull wire feed system
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Up to 600A output
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Automatic contact tip and nozzle changer
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Integrated fume extraction system
Intuitive HMI
The ARC-X HMI gives operators full control over vision, welding, and axis systems from a single interface, with remote diagnostics and program transfer built in.
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Seemless control of vision and welder systems.
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Remote updates and support.
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Key data transfer via OPC UA server.
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Remote program transfer and connectivity to ARC-X CAM
Commonly asked questions.
How are your linear axis manufacured?
Our linear axis sections are fabricated from welded assemblies and precision machined after welding to ensure accurate alignment and long-term dimensional stability.
Unlike many systems that use bolted aluminium extrusion, our welded construction provides significantly greater rigidity and resistance to deflection under load. Bolted extrusion frames can flex during operation and may gradually lose alignment as fasteners loosen over time, reducing positioning accuracy.
By machining the welded assembly after fabrication, we achieve a straight, rigid, and stable mounting surface for the linear guides, resulting in higher accuracy, improved repeatability, and a longer service life
Why is rapid traverse speed so important?
In automated welding, the robot isn't welding a large portion of the time—it's moving between welds, travelling to laser seam tracking locations, repositioning, or returning to its next start point. These non-welding movements make up a significant portion of the total cycle time.
High rapid traverse speeds minimise this non-productive time, allowing the welding process to spend more time depositing weld and less time moving. On high-mix production or parts with multiple short welds, this can have a substantial impact on throughput.
Our systems are designed to operate at industrial robot speeds within a safeguarded work cell that complies with AS 4024. This allows the robot to move quickly and safely while maintaining high productivity.
Systems that are intentionally speed-limited for operation around personnel can significantly increase cycle times. In many welding applications, once travel times become excessive, the productivity gains of automation are greatly reduced, and manual welding may become a more economical option