Welding Robots vs Cobots – Which is Better?

A welding robot picture and a welding cobot picture with the word vs in between.

In this video, we discuss the definitive answer to the question “Which is better, a welding cobot or robot?”. Find out what each is, the pros and cons, and the answer to which is best for your shop. The future of manufacturing is now, and we here at SwitchWeld are here to walk you through […]

What is a Cobot Video

An orange Welding cobot sitting in a shop

https://youtu.be/y5Dcg9rbOU0?si=7RI_ZhWXooT-4kxt Learn all about collaborative robots, smart automation, robotic welding, and shop floor robotics—all in one video. If you’re a welder, robotics enthusiast, or shop owner exploring automation, this is your complete introduction to cobots: safe, easy-to-use robots built to work directly with humans in real-world manufacturing environments.

SwitchWeld Customer Testimonial and Case Study

A man sitting in a chair discussing his new welding cobot SwitchWeld

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eehNujj-uMk&list=PLzNM9d9Q3pbi17yDxu0plfknKN62Pk45L&index=7 This is a customer testimonial on the SwitchWeld MIG welding system. Hear from them first-hand and see how SwitchWeld impacted their business. Also, hear from real people their favorite part of the SwitchWeld welding cobot system. Want to learn more about cobot welding? Find more information here.

SwitchWeld Reach Live 10 ft Fence Welding

A welding cobot on a track in a fabrication shop. It is the SwitchWeld Reach. This angle shows the teach pendant for easy programming.

The SwitchWeld welding cobot SwitchWeld Reach welding a fence with a 10 ft rail. The SwitchWeld reach is on a track to optimize welding area. This is the future of welding.

SwitchWeld Plasma Cutting with 45 Degree Chamfer

A cobot arm magnetically stuck on a pipe, cutting a circle with a 45 degree chamfer.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9thGWdwUWkQ&list=PLzNM9d9Q3pbi17yDxu0plfknKN62Pk45L&index=11 We used the SwitchWeld Plasma Cutting Solution to cut a 90 degree pipe connection with a 45 degree chamfer. The set up with the magnetic base and total cutting time came down to under 5 minutes. Previously, a cut like this took 30 minutes with inconsistent results, but now, SwitchWeld has changed that. 

The Complete History of MIG Welding

A line of welders welding in an old hand drawn photo

This video goes over the history of MIG welding, from the creation of the first electric arc to the modern welding cobot. Watch to learn all about MIG welding today. 

SwitchWeld MIG Welding live demo on a 45 degree workpiece

A man leading the SwitchWeld welding cobot to a part to weld.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5xqX5Z3JFg&list=PLzNM9d9Q3pbi17yDxu0plfknKN62Pk45L&index=4 A demo video sent by a SwitchWeld customer showing off the great quality weld produced by the SwitchWeld. Watch as the cobot seamlessly circles the part and welds with minimum cleaning needed. To see if a welding cobot like this is right for your shop, check out our guide here.

SwitchWeld MIG Welding and Plasma Cutting Overview

A robot arm with a plasma cutter on the end with sparks flying

Want to learn about SwitchWeld’s MIG welding and plasma cutting? With this video, you can see how simple having a robot that can do both makes your shop. View some of the complex cuts and welds possible with the SwitchWeld’s robot level precision.