Maximizing Welding Automation to Ensure Desired Weld Sizes

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February 2026
By: TRE HEFLIN-KING

Automation has undoubtedly been a welcome addition to the welding industry. It has helped address the persistent gap in skilled labor and delivered precise, repeatable welds that ensure the uniformity needed for high-volume part production. While welding automation has the capability to improve part throughput significantly, it’s essential to consider whether an operation is using single- or dual-wire filler metals to achieve the desired weld sizes.

 

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