Wilkinson Star Launches New Welding Automation Products At Mach 2008

The main systems being demonstrated on the stand comprise a Cebora MIG 3840/T inverter based pulsed MIG/MAG power source operating on KUKA’s new KR5 arc robot and a Cebora Plasma PROF 164 HQC (High Quality Cut) mechanised multi-gas plasma cutting power source interfaced with a SMS (Smart Machine Systems™) SmartPLASMA™ plasma cutting table, which will be the simulating the cutting of a complex component. Also on show will be a Cebora Sound AC/DC 4560/T inverter based Synergic pulsed power source for robot TIG welding as well as number of other high performance welding power sources and ancillary equipment from the Cebora welding automation range.

The MIG 3840/T inverter MIG/MAG power source rated 380A at 40% duty cycle can be used with both solid and cored welding wires. It is designed for interfacing with most branded robots; in this case it will be demonstrated on a KUKA ‘KR5 arc’ specifically designed for arc welding. It is a 6 axes robot with a 5kg payload and a 1,412mm reach.

The Plasma PROF 164 HQC power source is fully microprocessor controlled is rated 120A @ 100% duty cycle has a HV18 ignition unit, PGC-1/2 gas console is a synergic parameters settings console and will be interfaced with a SMS SmartPLASMA™ 2.7m x 1.7m plasma cutting table designed for producing highly intricate designs. It uses either 3 or 4 SmartMotors™, two precision gearboxes and integrated arc voltage torch height control system. It can make rapid reversals and direction changes at speeds of up to 200ipm.

Stephen Murray, Managing Director at Wilkinson Star said: “MACH 2008 is an excellent platform on which to launch the latest Welding Automation systems available from Cebora. As a Company, we have extensive experience in selling high technology welding products and our welding team has the knowledge and experience required to continue taking us forward with welding automation. Welding Automation opens up new industries and opportunities for Wilkinson Star and also Cebora, who we have represented in the UK for many years.”