beam attechment cell
Boost productivity up to 60 tons/month
Replace up to 5 welders with one smart system
A universal robotic welding solution for structural steel fabricators
Why Fabricators Choose Abagy:
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No Programming Required
Automatic weld path generation from all major CAD systems, including Tekla Structures.
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Handles Low-Volume /High-Mix
Every beam can be unique. Ideal for projects with frequent changes and custom designs.
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While the robot welds in Zone A, the operator works safely in Zone B. Then switch zones — keeping the arc on and production moving.
Dual-Zone Productivity
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Safer, Cleaner Operations
Light barriers and compact design protect operators and maximize floor space.
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Machine vision adjusts automatically for fit-up deviations.
Adapts to Deviations
Robot welds automatically while operator works in Zone B
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Unload finished beam, repeat
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Load beam in Zone A
Scan or projection guidance helps operator position and tack accessories
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How It Works —
From Fit-Up to Weld
Key Features and Specs
Servo drives by Fanuc
Megmeet / Fronius welding source
Two work zone options: 40 ft / 60 ft
Delivery in just 4 months
Integrated safety system
Designed for Carbon Steel MIG welding
Pre-engineered robotic cell with Fanuc robot (2m reach)
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Weld quality assurance
consistent placement, reduced rework
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Operator-friendly interface
select welds, monitor progress, no robot programming required
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Tolerance handling
compensates for deviations between CAD model and actual part
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Automatic seam detection
weld paths adjust in real-time to fit-up variations
Vision & Intelligence
Applications
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Closed rectangular tubes
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Columns
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Channels
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Angles
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W-beams
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Tees
The Beam Attachment Cell handles a wide range of profiles:
Comparison: Manual Welding vs. Abagy Beam Attachment Cell
Compact cell design, no rotators needed
Welding stations often spread out
Footprint Utilization
Enclosed zones, light barriers, and cleaner operations
Exposure to fumes, heat, heavy handling
Safety & Ergonomics
Operators (not welders) can manage the process
Skilled welders needed; shortage in workforce
Labor Requirements
Machine vision ensures consistent quality, fewer defects
Dependent on welder skill; variability in welds
Quality & Consistency
Easily adapts to unique or custom beams
Difficult to handle high-mix, low-volume efficiently
Flexibility
Automatic weld path generation from CAD (Tekla Structures, etc.), no programming
Manual measuring, fitting, welding
Programming / Setup
Dual-zone keeps arc on continuously, keeping 24х7 production, no downtime
Limited to welder’s shift (8h), downtime between tasks
Productivity
Manual Welding
Abagy Beam Attachment Cell
Compact cell design, no rotators needed
Welding stations often spread out
Footprint Utilization
Manual Welding
Abagy Beam Attachment Cell
Enclosed zones, light barriers, and cleaner operations
Exposure to fumes, heat, heavy handling
Safety & Ergonomics
Manual Welding
Abagy Beam Attachment Cell
Machine vision ensures consistent quality, fewer defects
Dependent on welder skill; variability in welds
Quality & Consistency
Manual Welding
Abagy Beam Attachment Cell
Operators (not welders) can manage the process / replaces Х welders
Skilled welders needed; shortage in workforce
Labor Requirements
Manual Welding
Abagy Beam Attachment Cell
Easily adapts to unique or custom beams
Difficult to handle high-mix, low-volume efficiently
Flexibility
Manual Welding
Abagy Beam Attachment Cell
Automatic weld path generation from CAD (Tekla Structures, etc.), no programming
Manual measuring, fitting, welding
Programming / Setup
Manual Welding
Abagy Beam Attachment Cell
Dual-zone keeps arc on continuously, keeping 24х7 production, no downtime
Limited to welder’s shift (8h), downtime between tasks
Productivity
Manual Welding
Abagy Beam Attachment Cell
Faster payback: typical ROI in 24-36 months
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Higher throughput: up to 4-5x faster than manual welding
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Solve the welder shortage: operators, not welders, manage the process
Lower labor costs: replaces up to 5 welders
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Labor Efficiency & ROI
Customer Case
Installed Abagy’s Beam Attachment Cells with dual-zone productivity
Solution
Added support for Tekla Structures (IFC file format) to seamlessly process into CAD models
Operators now manage scanning, loading, and weld selection in an intuitive interface — no advanced programming skills required
Remote 24/7 support from Abagy experts ensures smooth operation and process optimization
Severe shortage of skilled welders, limiting production capacity
Challenge
High-mix, low-volume production (over 2,500 different parts per order, with minimal repetition) made robotic welding seem impossible
Concern that CAD models in non-standard 3D formats (Tekla Structures IFC files) would not integrate with robotic welding solutions
Results
- Up to 5x faster production cycles compared to manual welding
- 60 tons of steel structures per month produced with the help of two robotic cells
- Replaced a team of 9 welders per cell, operating 24/7
- Arc-on time of 60% achieved — exceptional for construction beams with long seams
- Improved consistency and quality with fewer reworks
- Greater workforce flexibility: operators can be trained quickly, even without welding expertise
- Production cycles became up to 5× faster
“Abagy didn’t just provide a robot — they delivered a turnkey solution that transformed our beam production. Today, we produce more, faster, and with greater reliability.”
— General Manager, MSG