Product Overview

The Welding Positioner WP1 is purpose-engineered for pipe and tank fabrication workflows, prioritizing consistent high-duty-cycle performance to maximize arc-on time and reduce manual repositioning downtime. Built to support continuous rotary welding operations, it stabilizes workpieces during circumferential and longitudinal seam welds, ensuring uniform bead quality across both small-bore pipe runs and large tank shell assemblies.

It integrates seamlessly into semi-automated and fully automated welding cells for high-volume production.

Structural Features

The WP1s heavy-duty structural design is optimized for non-stop pipe and tank welding duty cycles, with minimal load deflection to maintain precise weld joint alignment through multi-pass weld runs. Its welded steel frame incorporates vibration damping to stabilize the weld pool, while sealed drive and bearing assemblies resist spatter, fumes, and shop debris to cut maintenance intervals and extend service life.

  • Variable-speed rotary drive with smooth acceleration and deceleration to prevent joint misalignment during start/stop cycles for pipe root passes and tank seam welds
  • Modular height adjustment to accommodate varying tank shell diameters and pipe spool lengths without custom fixturing
  • Tilt-capable worktable to support out-of-position welds on tank nozzles, pipe branch connections, and angled joint configurations
  • Integrated weld ground connection point to eliminate rotational arcing and protect internal components during high-amperage continuous duty cycles
WP1 welding positioner

Typical Configuration

  • Heavy-duty rotary drive subsystem with multiple torque classes to match a wide range of pipe and tank welding amperage and duty cycle requirements
  • Workholding subsystem with modular clamp points and custom fixturing compatibility for both straight pipe spools and curved tank section assemblies
  • Control subsystem with local and remote operation modes, including speed presets for common pipe and tank weld procedures and process types
  • Safety subsystem with interlocked guards, emergency stop circuits, and overload protection to prevent component damage during sustained high-load operation

Applications

The WP1 supports a wide range of pipe and tank welding applications across oil and gas, water infrastructure, and industrial storage fabrication sectors. It handles continuous production runs of process pipe spools, field-erected tank shell seams, tank nozzle welds, and pressure vessel components, with duty cycles calibrated to match high-deposition processes like SAW and FCAW. It operates reliably in both indoor shop fabrication bays and covered on-site assembly yards.

Selection Support

Our welding equipment engineering team offers tailored selection support to match the WP1 to your specific pipe and tank welding duty cycle requirements, workpiece geometries, and existing automation setup. For custom configuration guidance, load class matching, and integration support, visit https://biqee.cn to connect with a dedicated technical specialist.

BIQEE @ DESAN ELECTRIC supplies welding automation systems. For technical selection support, contact https://biqee.cn.

Elevating Welding Positioner (EWP Series)

Technical Specifications:

ModelRated Load (tons)Rotation Power (kW)Tilt Power (kW)Table Dia (mm)Max Rotation (mm)Tilt AngleWeight (tons)
EWP111.11.590015000-1351.2
EWP221.11.5120020000-1351.6
EWP441.52.2140021000-1202.8
EWP662.23.0150025000-1205.0
EWP882.24.0160028000-1206.5
EWP10103.05.5180030000-1207.8
EWP15153.05.5200032000-12012
EWP20204.07.5220034000-12018

Note: Variable rotation speed. Height adjustable column. Remote pendant control. CE certified options available.

For detailed specifications and pricing, contact us at [email protected] or visit https://biqee.cn.

Conclusion

Choosing the right welding automation solution is key to improving productivity and quality in your fabrication operations.