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AGV Mobile Welding Robot System Manufacturer
GLS AGV welding robot that brings ±0.02mm
repeatability directly to your large weldments —
trusted by Foxconn, Shagang Group, and 30+
enterprise manufacturers worldwide.
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Mobile Welding Robot Solution
Heavy steel structure · Ship segmentation · Beam production line · Super large welded structure
- ±0.15mm Actual working condition accuracy
- 50KVA industrial grade load capacity
- Deploy Quickly in One Day
- 6-10 months to recover investment
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Why Are Mobile Welding Robots Replacing Fixed Welding Cells?
Old fixed welding solutions can no longer keep up with the pace of efficient and flexible production. More and more manufacturers are moving away from fixed welding stations. In the future, AGV mobile welding robots will quietly appear on the scene and fully take over welding operations.
Large components cannot be hoisted frequently
- Crane scheduling conflict
- High secondary transportation costs
- Structural deformation risk
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Severe Welder Shortage + Out of Control Costs
- Aging of skilled workers
- High rework rate
- Night shift is inefficient
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Insufficient flexibility of fixed production lines
- Layout changes are costly
- Vulnerable to seasonal order fluctuations
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AGV Mobile Welding Robot Workflow
Traditional automation requires the transfer of workpieces, and it is difficult to implement huge workpieces such as ship hulls, bridges, and large storage tanks. The GLS AGV welding robot moves flexibly and takes the initiative to work in place.
01
Task allocation (30 seconds)
- Operator selects welding program on touch screen
- The system identifies the location of the workpiece through a map sensor
02
Autonomous navigation (2-5 minutes)
- The AGV chassis drives itself to the target position at a speed of 2.2km/h
- Real-time obstacle detection, automatic detour when encountering obstacles
03
Precision alignment (3-8 minutes)
- 3D vision system scans weld point cloud
- Synchronize and coordinate with the positioner to accurately position the workpiece direction
- Alignment accuracy: ±0.1mm visual positioning, ±0.02mm welding execution
04
Welding execution (continuous operation)
- Six-axis robot arm executes welding path
- Laser weld seam tracking corrects position deviation in real time
- Automatic transposition: After completing one section of weld, the AGV moves to the next section
05
Automatic charging and reporting (shift gap)
- Automatically return to charging pile when idle
- Generate parameter records and quality reports for each weld
GLS AGV Mobile Welding Robot System
GLS AGV mobile welding robot = adding “mobile automation capabilities” to the original production line
Mobility Layer
- Magnetic navigation / laser navigation / SLAM optional
- Dynamic Obstacle Avoidance & Auto Charging
Welding Execution Layer
- 6-axis industrial robot
- Digital welding power source
- Real-time control of welding gun attitude
Intelligent recognition
- 3D visual modeling
- Real-time weld tracking
- Point cloud error compensation
Digital control system
- Industrial IoT interface
- Modbus / EtherNet/IP / Profinet
- Data traceability
- Remote diagnosis
GLS AGV Mobile Welding Robot VS Other Robots
Core Specification Table (Standard Model)
| Parameter | GLS-AGV Standard | Industry Standard Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Manipulator Repeatability Accuracy | ±0.02mm | ±0.05-0.1mm |
| Visual Positioning Accuracy | ±0.1mm | ±0.2-0.5mm |
| Working Radius | 2,000mm | 1,500-2,000mm |
| Total Power | 50KVA | 45-60KVA |
| Overall Weight | 2,500kg | 2,200-3,000kg |
| Overall Dimensions | 3000×1500×2400mm | — |
| Travel Speed | 2.2km/h | 1.5-2.5km/h |
| Welding Power Source | MIG/MAG/TIG multi-process | Most only support MIG/MAG |
| Operating Temperature Range | -10°C to +55°C | 0°C to +45°C |
| Protection Level | IP54 | IP44-IP54 |
| Safety Certification | ISO 10218/CE/IEC | Varies by manufacturer |
GLS AGV Welding Robot Safety System
- Machine safety: ISO 10218-1/2:2025, CE Marking
- Functional safety: ISO 13849-1 PLd, IEC 62061 SIL2
- Electrical safety: IEC 60204-1:2018
- AGV navigation: ISO 3691-4 (safety requirements for unmanned guided vehicles)
- Welding quality: ISO 3834-2, EN 1090, AWS D1.1
GLS Global Service Guarantee System
- 4 hours remote diagnosis
- 48 hours global spare parts
- 72 hours on-site response
- 2-year machine warranty
- Annual maintenance contract
Thanks From Domestic Cooperative Factories
China Shagang Group (a Fortune 500 company) and Puma Group (a Fortune 500 company in China)
Shagang Group, Steel Structure Division
“Our steel trusses weigh over 35 tons and are impossible to relocate. Using two GLS-AGV Heavy Payload robots, we finished welding in 16 hours instead of 48 hours per piece. The weld pass rate rose to 99.3%, and we save ¥3.4 million every year.”
— Production Director, Wang
Puma Co., Ltd., Heavy Industry Welding Workshop
“Eight experienced welders retired in three years, leaving us with a big capacity shortage. New staff can master the GLS-AGV Standard in just 4 hours. Our production capacity even exceeded the original level, and the payback period is only 7 months.”
— Factory Director, Li
Frequently Asked Questions
How to choose AGV welding robot and fixed welding workstation?
- The workpiece can be moved and the monthly output is >500 pieces: Choose a fixed workstation for a higher return on investment.
- The workpiece exceeds 3 meters in size / 2 tons in weight and cannot be moved: Priority is given to AGV.
- Production layout is frequently adjusted: AGV features higher flexibility.
- GLS provides free application selection evaluation.
Is the accuracy of ±0.02mm laboratory data?
- ±0.02mm is the repeat positioning accuracy of the robotic arm in actual production.
- Visual accuracy reaches ±0.1mm under standard lighting, around ±0.2~0.3mm in welding fume and arc light conditions.
- Most competitors only achieve ±0.05mm accuracy. Our weld positioning accuracy is 2.5 times higher.
How many welders can one AGV welding robot replace?
- Single shift: replaces 1.5~2 welders (including auxiliary personnel).
- Double shift: replaces 2.5~3 welders.
- 24-hour three-shift operation: replaces 3.5~4 welders.
- Only one dedicated operator is required for supervision, with no welding qualification required. Full training can be completed within 4 hours.
How to choose wheeled and tracked AGV?
- Flat indoor ground, high speed demand or limited budget: Choose wheel type, speed 2.2km/h, easy maintenance.
- Outdoor sites, uneven ground or heavy-load working conditions: Choose crawler type for superior adaptability.
- Frequent layout adjustments: Choose laser SLAM wheeled model.
- Note: Crawler version costs 15%~20% more than wheel type, with a running speed of 1.5km/h.
Can the equipment be connected to existing positioners and fixtures?
- Supports mainstream industrial protocols including Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP and PROFINET.
- Compatible and verified with Huaheng, Panasonic, Lincoln and other mainstream brands.
- Real-time linkage synchronization via digital I/O or Ethernet.
