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In addition to automating your business, a welding cobot can boost production and lower scrap costs. However, are you concerned ... [Read More](https://blog.hirebotics.com/section-179-robotics-automation) ### [Transforming Manual TIG Welding with a Welding Cobot: A Success Story](https://blog.hirebotics.com/manual-tig-welding-to-cobot-mig-welding) Posted by **[Matt Bush](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/matt-bush),** **Aug 03, 2023** TIG welding is an incredibly versatile process, but it’s labor-intensive and demanding, and requires skilled and experienced ... ### [The Power of Artificial Intelligence for Robotics: Redefining Manufacturing](https://blog.hirebotics.com/artificial-intelligence-for-robotics-and-welding) Posted by **[Zach Boyd](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/zach-boyd),** **Jul 20, 2023** The field of robotics has grown exponentially over the past few decades. However, the integration of Artificial Intelligence ... ### [Robotic MIG Welding Unleashed: Exploring their Benefits and Impact of Cobots](https://blog.hirebotics.com/robotic-mig-welding) Posted by **[Rob Goldiez](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/rob-goldiez),** **Jul 05, 2023** In every welding shop, there are common challenges that arise: Can the pace of production be increased without compromising ... ### [How Welding Cobots Can Drive Cost Savings for Metal Fabricators](https://blog.hirebotics.com/welding-cobot-cost-savings) Posted by **[Rob Goldiez](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/rob-goldiez),** **Jun 14, 2023** In today's competitive welding sector, maintaining production and controlling costs are crucial for metal fabricators. You ... ### [3 Compelling Business Cases for Welding Cobots](https://blog.hirebotics.com/3-business-cases-welding-cobots) Posted by **[Rob Goldiez](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/rob-goldiez),** **Apr 20, 2023** What is it truly like on shop floors when companies implement a welding cobot? What are the concrete results? Welding cobots ... ### [How to Choose a Welding Cobot in 2023](https://blog.hirebotics.com/choose-welding-cobot) Posted by **[Rob Goldiez](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/rob-goldiez),** **Mar 22, 2023** With all the available options on the market, it’s hard to decide on the best robotic welding system for your specific ... ### [What is a Cobot? | Benefits and Applications](https://blog.hirebotics.com/what-is-a-cobot) Posted by **[Zach Boyd](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/zach-boyd),** **Mar 14, 2023** Collaborative robots, or "cobots" for short, have become an increasingly popular topic in the world of manufacturing. ### [5 Advantages of Robotic Welding (But 1 Big Disadvantage)](https://blog.hirebotics.com/advantages-of-robotic-welding) Posted by **[Rob Goldiez](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/rob-goldiez),** **Feb 22, 2023** Welding robots are nothing new, but the demand for these systems continues to grow. Why is Robotic Welding More Important ... ### [Universal Robots | The Benefits and Capabilities of Cobots](https://blog.hirebotics.com/universal-robots) Posted by **[Rob Goldiez](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/rob-goldiez),** **Feb 15, 2023** Universal Robots (the company) is renowned for developing ground-breaking collaborative robots (also known as cobots), which ... ### [Welding Cobot Programming: From a Teach Pendant to Your Phone](https://blog.hirebotics.com/welding-cobot-programming) Posted by **[Zach Boyd](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/zach-boyd),** **Feb 01, 2023** As manufacturers transition their labor-intensive workflows to industrial automation, many may still not be aware of the ... ### [Popular Welding Robot Manufacturers In The United States](https://blog.hirebotics.com/welding-robot-manufacturers-united-states) Posted by **[Matt Bush](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/matt-bush),** **Dec 05, 2022** As a manufacturer with welding applications, you are likely aware that robotics and automation are becoming a must in your ... ### [Why Welding Robots Won’t Replace Welders Anytime Soon](https://blog.hirebotics.com/welding-robots-replacing-welders) Posted by **[Matt Bush](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/matt-bush),** **Sep 21, 2022** Just how much is welding becoming automated? Will welding be completely automated in the future? Will welding robots replace ... ### [Top 5 Costly Mistakes to Avoid When First Buying a Welding Robot](https://blog.hirebotics.com/points-to-consider-when-buying-a-welding-robot) Posted by **[Matt Bush](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/matt-bush),** **Aug 31, 2022** Thinking of making the transition to a robotic welder? Have you ever thought about what could go wrong when investing in ... ### [How To Attract A New Generation Of Welders With Advanced Technologies](https://blog.hirebotics.com/attract-new-generation-of-welders-with-welding-cobots) Posted by **[Rob Goldiez](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/rob-goldiez),** **Aug 10, 2022** With an undeniable welder shortage that is likely to continue for years, many manufacturers and trade schools are trying to ... ### [How to Elevate the Career of a Welder Using Cobots](https://blog.hirebotics.com/how-to-elevate-welder-career-with-cobots) Posted by **[Rob Goldiez](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/rob-goldiez),** **Aug 03, 2022** Retirement. ### [INFOGRAPHIC | The State of the Welding Automation Industry Today](https://blog.hirebotics.com/welding-automation-industry-infographic) Posted by **[Zach Boyd](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/zach-boyd),** **Jun 30, 2022** Based on recent estimates by the American Welding Society, the demand for welding professionals is huge due to current ... ### [How to Switch to Welding Automation without Hiring Programmers](https://blog.hirebotics.com/welding-automation-without-hiring) Posted by **[Rob Goldiez](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/rob-goldiez),** **Jun 02, 2022** Over the past few years, welding automation has proven to be a boon for many major manufacturers looking to gain an edge in ... ### [How Cobot Welding Is Solving Your Welder Shortage](https://blog.hirebotics.com/welder-shortage-welding-cobot-advantages) Posted by **[Rob Goldiez](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/rob-goldiez),** **May 24, 2022** The welding industry is currently facing a shortage of welders. While there are several ways to fill this gap, cobot welding ... ### [What is Seam Tracking and How Welding Cobots Don’t Require It](https://blog.hirebotics.com/welding-seam-tracking-for-welding-cobots) Posted by **[Matt Bush](https://blog.hirebotics.com/author/matt-bush),** **May 05, 2022** Welding technology has come a long way over the last two decades. Today, automated welding robots toil away on the ... 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