Welding automation

The strong connection

The Valk Welding team consists of specialists who know what they are talking about, we go to extremes. The software and research & development departments are constantly innovating in the field of hardware and software. Together we are strong and together we work on the optimal solution for you.
We believe in a good long-term relationship, in a partnership you can build on. With the whole team we are ready to help you further. From the first offer to the implementation of your new investment and for years to come. With multiple offices in Europe, a team of specialists is always on site within 48 hours. We offer you clear added value in order to strengthen your competitive position and to guarantee and even further expand the continuity of the manufacturing industry in Europe.

Get to know each other

First we would like to get to know you and your company, the products you make and the way the products are made. In addition, we would like to show you what you can expect from us. This acquaintance is the first step in a strong bond. Of course your wishes and needs play a key role in this.

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Bringing two worlds together

After the introduction it is time to bring the two worlds together. Your company with the current way of working and our solutions for (welding) automation will merge with our proposal to a production that is ready for the future. A future in which you will stay far ahead of your competitors.

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Developing together

Every project is unique and every project has its challenges. Together with you, we are strongly committed to developing or integrating the (new) technologies within your production. TThis may involve automating your production processes using both unique hardware and software. In this way you will achieve both the maximum yield and the highest quality.

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We remain

The cooperation between you and Valk Welding does not only consist of supplying a welding robot installation. The strong connection goes beyond that. Therefore, we will not leave and the project will not be completed before you can make optimal use of the automation solutions we offer. Loose ends do not exist.

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Building a strong future

The welding robot is running successfully and together we delivered a great project. As an all-in-one supplier, we are happy to continue building a strong connection even after delivery. By supplying consumables but also by providing excellent service and maintenance to your machines. As a technology partner, we always want to keep you up to date with the latest developments that are also important for your future.

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The robot

Panasonic robots are specially developed for the arc welding process in which all components and software are produced in-house. The welding robot, welding machine, control, wire feed, positioners and software are therefore optimally tuned to each other. And last but not least: together with Panasonic we take full responsibility for the entire project. With a welding robot from Panasonic and Valk Welding you get the best of both worlds. Ensure state-of-the-art industrial automation solutions. Welding robots from Panasonic have been the standard at Valk Welding since 1988. Valk Welding is Panasonic's European partner and from that role we continuously develop their welding robots, peripherals and software. We know every detail and ensure a seamless integration of your welding robot in your production processes.

Fully integrated welding robot solutions

Panasonic is the only robot manufacturer that focuses entirely on welding robots and that produces all components for these welding robots in-house:

Robot arm
Robot control
Robot programming software
Integrated welding power sources
Manipulators
Peripherals
Offline programming software

Panasonic TAWERS™ Series.

The Panasonic TAWERS welding robot series stands for "The Arc Welding Robot Series" and is the first and only robot system in the world that uses a single processor to fully digitally control both the robot and the power source. The 100 kHz inverter technology also offers unique possibilities with a wide range of diverse welding processes. With the WG and WGH robot controller, the Panasonic TAWERS™ series includes various robot models. The welding robots of the Panasonic TAWERS™ series enable you to influence important factors of your business such as quality, accuracy, flexibility and cycle times.

The configuration

Every production environment is different, just like every product that needs to be welded. For maximum results, a configuration that perfectly matches your situation is crucial.

Valk Welding develops complete welding setups that are not only tailored to the product but also the available space and the logistical processes within your facility.

Frame solutions

Valk Welding was the first to introduce mobile, fully machined rigid frames as the basis for its robot systems. This innovation not only reduces setup time, resulting in lower costs and less disruption to your production, but also enables Valk Welding to pre-program the robot system. What is more, internal optimisation of your production is extremely easy, as you can move the entire system yourself.
Thanks to this development and our unique calibration system for robots, switching production between different systems or production installations is easy and you do not need to reprogram to start production immediately.

Track-frame solutions

The TRACK-FRAME solutions are equipped with a longitudinal movement for the robot, which offers the perfect combination of optimal accessibility and the ability to work with larger workpieces, such as with a longitudinal movement, and the mobility of a frame concept. The TRACK-FRAMES can be machined up to 12 metres in a single clamping. Optionally, both the counter bearing and the manipulator can be freely adjusted over the length of the installation, so that the size of the work area can be easily adapted to the dimensions of your product or welding jig.

Track solutions

To enable 100% offline programming, our longitudinal displacement tracks meet the highest quality requirements in terms of accuracy and long service life, so that the virtual programming world corresponds exactly to the real-life system. We have already delivered more than 40,000 metres of shifter functionality. In short, our standard concepts have already proven themselves. Nevertheless, we continue to work on higher quality and additional options to meet the ever-changing demands of the market.

Our systems are welded with a Valk Welding robot
Fully machined for a precise result
Optimised grounding

A software package

Valk Welding software plays an increasingly important role in controlling and optimising the production process. By automating work preparation and execution, errors are reduced and valuable time is saved. Real-time insight into performance and production data makes it possible to make targeted adjustments to processes, monitor quality and implement continuous improvements. For companies with multiple installations, this creates a scalable, streamlined, and transparent working environment in which standardisation, control and efficiency are key.

The programming and simulation software DTPS, developed in close cooperation with Panasonic, specifically for welding robots, also forms the basis for further automation of the programming process. We also have solutions for fully automatic programming of your parts with, among others, our Quick Programming Tool (QPT) and Automatic Robot Programming (ARP). With the development of Shop Floor Control (SFC) and our Management Information System (MIS), including full traceability, Valk Welding is responding to the further demand for Industry 4.0 solutions. You will discover more in our software brochure.

Different packages

The software and research & development departments are constantly innovating in the field of hardware and software. Valk Welding offers different software packages. Below you will find a small summary of these software packages.

If you would like to know more about our software solutions, please download the brochure.

DTPS
From your 3D CAD file of the workpiece you can program the robot(s) 100% offline without production downtime.
QPT
As a macro language within DTPS, the Quick Programming Tools allow you to automate programming per se through variable parameters.
CMRS
If you would like to get the data automatically from your server and completely automate the programming, we can provide you with a complete solution within our Custom Made Robot Software.
ARP
Directly from a certain 3D CAD file to a complete robot program that can be put into production immediately? Automatic Robot Programming is the solution.
MIS2.0
Registration and storage of the relevant production data plus reporting via dashboards. Full traceability is also a feature of this solution.
SFC
Automatically organizing and controlling the robot(s) with the programs that have been created. Including chat functionality from the operators to the programmers.
ARC-EYE
The robots are in production, but encounter differences between the theoretical design and the workpiece to be welded. The Arc-Eye CSS laser welding tracking cameras correct the programs in real time to compensate for deviations. With the additional optional Adaptive Welding plug-in, all welding parameters can also be automatically adjusted in real time to ensure the perfect weld.