[INDIANAPOLIS, IN – August 13, 2025—] Since its official launch at FABTECH 2024, THG Automation’s Coordinated Motion add-on has delivered a measurable and transformative impact on the welding and manufacturing industries. Developed in collaboration with Universal Robots (UR), its advanced functionality has empowered businesses to achieve unprecedented levels of flexibility and versatility, leading to higher productivity in their automated welding and cutting operations.
Coordinated Motion is available on all THG Automation welding and cutting systems using UR cobots and THG’s servo-driven positioners. Additionally, you can purchase it as a standalone software upgrade for existing THG systems. This innovative feature provides precise, synchronized control between a cobot and external servo-controlled axes, which allows the robot and positioner to move in tandem and consistently maintain optimal weld joint positioning, precise torch angle, and steady travel speed throughout the entire weld path. The synchronized movement effectively eliminates the need for manual repositioning, dramatically optimizing cycle times, improving arc-on time, and enabling the efficient welding of odd-shaped or cylindrical parts previously difficult to automate.
Demonstrated Real-World Benefits
The deployment of Coordinated Motion has resulted in several key advantages for manufacturers, including:
- Enhanced Weld Quality: Coordinated Motion eliminates torch angle variations, leading to more consistent weld quality and the ability to achieve tighter quality tolerances, reducing rework.
- Doubled Productivity: By streamlining the welding process and maintaining continuous arc-on time, Coordinated Motion has significantly increased throughput, allowing manufacturers to complete parts in much less time.
- Improved Ergonomics and Safety: Coordinated Motion facilitates better access to complex joints and multi-axis welds, reducing the need for hazardous manual intervention and fostering a safer work environment.
“We’ve completed parts in half the time compared to manual welding,” said Caleb Thomas, Head of Technology Development at Pik Rite. “It’s given us the flexibility to scale production without skipping a beat and complements our workforce.”
Empowering the Future of Manufacturing
Meeting the significant and evolving demands of the manufacturing sector, Coordinated Motion continues to empower businesses. By automating tasks previously considered difficult or inefficient, skilled welders can focus on more intricate, non-repetitive work. As industries continue to adopt automation, advancements like Coordinated Motion are poised to drive higher levels of efficiency, quality, and versatility across the entire production ecosystem. They also help rebalance work-life priorities within the industry, fostering more sustainable and rewarding careers without compromising profitability.
About THG Automation
THG Automation is a leading provider of collaborative robotic welding and cutting solutions, dedicated to redefining automation for today’s manufacturing needs. With decades of experience in automation, welding, and product development, THG delivers solutions that are quick to deploy, easy to use, and equipped with best-in-class welding capabilities—empowering manufacturers of all sizes to work more efficiently. To learn more, visit https://thgautomation.com/
