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Fronius presented a wide range of welding solutions and comprehensive welding expertise at SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN in Essen. Germany. Among the highlights were the Fronius Fortis – the new manual MIG/MAG welding machine series designed for flexibility and ease of use – and Velo, the Velocity Assistant that ensures reproducible seams with reduced physical strain thanks to assisted torch guidance and a constant welding speed. The Austrian welding experts also presented efficient robot and cobot applications as well as customized automation systems for every welding requirement. In addition Fronius celebrated 20 years of CMT.

This year, Fronius once again focused on the major drivers in the industry and demonstrated how modern welding technology can be economical, resource-efficient, and user-friendly. This is particularly relevant in view of increasing quality requirements in combination with a shortage of skilled workers. The entire booth was packed full of Fronius’ comprehensive expertise, from the new Fortis and Velo to manual welding systems, customized automation systems, smart cobot systems, and digital assistance tools. “The trade fair was a complete success for us. As the innovation leader, we made the most of the opportunity to present our new product highlights and benefits to customers on European soil,” summarizes Peter Fronius, Head of System Solutions at Fronius International. The absolute highlight for visitors was the live welding stations directly on the trade fair booth. Over 600 guests took the opportunity to try out Velo and the new Fortis for themselves.

Velocity Assistant

Fronius also presented the Velocity Assistant for manual MIG/MAG welding (or Velo for short) for the first time. The system features assisted torch guidance and constant welding speed. Welding specialists had the opportunity to test Velo on site and see how it enables high-quality seams to be produced with less physical effort. At the heart of Velo is a second wire without an arc and additional gas feed, which helps control the welding speed during manual welding. Depending on the application, speeds of up to 200 cm per minute are possible. “Many interested parties drew comparisons with robots and were amazed that these speeds and this level of precision are now also possible under certain circumstances with manual welding,” says a satisfied Peter Fronius.

20 years of precision with CMT

Another highlight was the 20th anniversary of Cold Metal Transfer. CMT is the most stable MIG/MAG welding process and continues to impress with its unrivaled precision and stability as well as practically spatter-free results. Initially developed for the automotive industry, this technology is now indispensable in many different sectors and offers an enormous variety of possible applications worldwide. “CMT was a milestone in welding technology and the invention that made many other technologies possible in the first place. The wealth of experience that we have built up over the last 20 years is constantly being used to develop even more specific applications that are optimized to meet customer requirements,” says Peter Fronius, giving an insight into Fronius’ comprehensive CMT expertise.

Full-service provider shows portfolio

The rest of the booth was also filled with a comprehensive portfolio of new products, including optimized welding torches, the large Artis (TIG) and Ignis (MMA) models, the new Ignis Battery, the new Seamwelder and the latest from Fronius Additive and the Prototyping Center. On the subject of health and safety, the Exento Low Vac and Exento High Vac welding fume extraction systems in combination with welding fume extraction torches and the Vizor welding helmets with forced-air ventilation were on display. All of this was with focus on training and further development of welders. Welding specialists were able to get an idea of the possibilities offered by the Welducation Simulator and take a closer look at the features it offers. Last but not least Fronius was honoured with the IF Digital Award in silver.

(Source: Fronius International)