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Engineering

Robotic Plasma Cutting: Efficiency, Precision, and Versatility

Robotic plasma cutting not only represents a technological evolution in terms of speed and precision but also offers companies the flexibility needed to adapt to dynamic and demanding markets.

In many cases, programming a single piece used to take weeks. However, recent advances in offline programming software have revolutionized this landscape. What once took weeks can now be configured in minutes, opening the door to the use of robots in low-volume manufacturing processes and high-mix applications.

Plasma cutting is a technology that uses an ionized gas jet to efficiently cut metals. When integrated into a robotic system, it offers significant advantages:

  • Speed and Precision: The ability to program the robot in minutes allows for quick adjustments and precise cuts, adapting to different geometries and material thicknesses.
  • Cost Reduction: Automation reduces the dependence on intensive manual labor and minimizes errors, resulting in higher operational efficiency and less material waste.
  • Application Flexibility: Ideal for low-volume, high-variety projects, the system adapts to various configurations and production processes.
  • Continuous Improvement: The integration of state-of-the-art software technologies facilitates the updating and optimization of processes, allowing for an agile response to market demands.


The use of robotic plasma cutting extends to a wide range of industrial applications, including:

  • Cutting Metal Structures: Ideal for applications such as domes, beams, and other structural components.
  • Welding and Assembly: Used in the automotive industry and other industrial applications to prepare parts before welding.
  • Machining Operations: Surface preparation and precise adjustments on metal pieces.