Port-a-weld
The PWS (Port-a-Weld System) is a mobile pipe column and boom welding manipulator.Back
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The Key Plant Port A Weld allows for simplified torch positioning when parts vary in shape and size. The column includes 360° rotation, allowing it to rotate and position the welding head over multiple welding positioners or other fixtures.
The PWS is a self-contained, compact welding manipulator system that can be integrated as a turnkey solution with a variety of welding processes like, GMAW, GTAW and SAW.
Machine elements
- Built-in Fork Pockets and Caster Wheels provide mobility options to move the welding system to your workpiece. Track wheels can also be installed for use with floor rail installations.
- Integrate multiple accessories: (Seam tracking, oscillation, AVC and more)
- Custom sizes can be engineered on request. *Subject to spec requirements
- Motorised In/Out boom travel option
- Pair with our material handling equipment and optimise productivity
- CE certified
Simplicity meets functionality – Optimise productivity with our cost-effective Mobile Manipulator Systems.
Port A Weld (PWS) specification
| Model | PWS Port-A-Weld System |
| Maximum Height Under Boom | 78.7″ (2000mm) |
| Minimum Height Under Boom | 29.5″ (750mm) |
| Lift Motor | 0.37kW |
| Boom Travel | 47″ (1200mm) |
| Column Rotation | Manual 360º, Lockable |
| Control Box Functions | Up/Down/Stop/Speed Control |
| Remote Pendant Control Functions | Up/Down/Stop/Speed Control |
| Primary Input Power | 115V with 220/240V option |
| Input Current at Rated Load | 16 A |
| Overall Height | 97″ (2460mm) |
| Weight | 1,235lb (560kg) |
| Control Box Ingress Production Rating | IP65 |
| Optional/Extas | Motorised In/Out Boom Travel |
Port A Weld options & features
Choose your weld process
Machines can be supplied with SAW, GTAW, GMAW and K-TIG weld processes and integrated to various systems, such as narrow gap welding.
Pendants and control systems
Our manipulators come with either a 7 function wired CE or UL standard pendant. We can also provide bespoke, wireless pendants, touch displays, and PLC control systems for special purpose project requirements.
Boom travel
Choose from a motorised or manual option for the boom in/out travel.
Alternative mobile pipe manipulator systems
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