Case Study: Steelway Building Systems boosts beam welding productivity with FANUC and AGT Robotics

Steelway Building Systems boosts beam welding with FANUC and extends weld zone by 15 feet

Steelway Building Systems, a manufacturer of steel structures, faced a significant challenge due to a shortage of skilled welding labor in its rural location, which limited production capacity and efficiency. To address this, the company partnered with FANUC America and its authorized system integrator, AGT Robotics, to implement the advanced BeamMaster robotic welding system.

The solution from FANUC and AGT Robotics involved integrating dual ARC Mate 120iD/12L robots, which automated the welding process and allowed beams to be welded on all four sides without manual repositioning. This resulted in immediately faster throughput, a 15-foot expansion of the workspace to accommodate 60-foot beams, and the redeployment of welders to higher-value finishing roles. The success of this automation has positioned Steelway for scalable future growth.

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