Two Tractors. Endless Possibilities. One ESAB Standard.
ESAB Corporation continues to advance welding automation with the launch of its new Tracfinder Rail and Tracfinder Wheel welding tractors, along with the ROBBI mobile cobot welding system. Together, these solutions are designed to help fabricators increase productivity, improve weld quality, and address ongoing workforce challenges across a wide range of applications.
With flexible, easy-to-deploy automation options, ESAB’s latest offerings support both high-mix, low-volume production and repeatable, high-quality welds – whether in the shop or in the field.
Tracfinder Welding Tractors: Mobility or Stability – Your Choice
Whether a job calls for autonomous movement or rail-based precision, Tracfinder welding tractors deliver consistent performance with minimal setup time.
Tracfinder Wheel
Maximum Mobility. Minimal Setup.
The Tracfinder Wheel is an autonomous welding carriage designed for all-position welding and cutting without rails. A powerful magnetic base and guided trajectory control enable precise weld placement across complex geometries – helping reduce setup time and improve consistency.
Key features include:
- Battery-powered operation for more than 10 hours
- Wireless remote control with up to 20 meters (66 feet) of range
- Welding speeds up to 200 centimeters (79 inches) per minute
- Smart weld programming with weaving options
- Four-wheel independent drive system with dual motors
- All-position welding with an integrated magnetic base
Whether used in a fabrication shop or on a jobsite, Tracfinder Wheel delivers mobility, precision, and productivity in a compact, easy-to-use solution.
Tracfinder Rail
When Stability Matters Most
For horizontal and vertical welds that require maximum control, the Tracfinder Rail welding tractor provides stable, repeatable travel using a rack-and-pinion drive system that prevents slippage even in demanding positions.
Key features include:
- Battery-powered operation for more than 10 hours
- Wireless remote control with a 20-meter (66-feet) operating range
- Joint-teaching software for complex weld paths with up to 50 programmed points
- Advanced weld programming with pendulum oscillation
- Consistent travel speeds up to 180 centimeters (71 inches) per minute
Compact and rugged, Tracfinder Rail is built for applications where precision, repeatability, and productivity are critical.
ROBBI Mobile Cobot Welding System: Automation Made Accessible
Complementing the Tracfinder tractors, the ROBBI mobile cobot welding system lowers the barrier to robotic welding automation, particularly for small and mid-sized manufacturers.
Designed for fast deployment and intuitive operation, ROBBI enables welders to automate repetitive tasks without requiring advanced robotic programming expertise. The system features collaborative robots from Universal Robots (UR10e or UR20e), paired with ESAB’s Aristo® Edge 500R power source and RoboFeed Edge robotic wire feeder.
ROBBI delivers stable arc performance across ESAB’s advanced WeldModes, including THIN, ROOT, ROOT Pipe, SPEED, and Advanced Pulse.
Compared with manual welding, ESAB automation solutions like ROBBI can typically increase output per operator by 70 to 100% while improving weld consistency and reducing operator fatigue.
Scalable Automation for Today’s Fabrication Challenges
From autonomous welding tractors to mobile cobot systems, ESAB’s latest automation solutions are designed to help manufacturers:
- Improve productivity and weld quality
- Address skilled labor shortages
- Reduce rework and operator exposure
- Scale automation at their own pace
With the introduction of Tracfinder welding tractors and the ROBBI mobile cobot system, ESAB continues to set the standard for flexible, user-friendly welding automation – helping fabricators power what’s possible across industries.
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