Tecnar, a spin-off from Canada’s National Research Council, with 35 years of experience in automated pressure pipe welding and hundreds of commissioned Rotowelds (automatic pipe spool welding robots) collaborates with Praj GenX, an energy transition and climate action company. By integrating the Rotoweld advanced automation with Praj GenX’s commitment to innovation, this partnership sets a new benchmark for quality, efficiency and workforce development in manufacturing.
Tecnar has reached a significant milestone with the delivery of its first Rotoweld pipe spool welding robot to Praj GenX, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Praj Industries in India. This advanced welding solution is set to redefine productivity and quality standards in industrial welding, offering unparalleled efficiency and precision.
Designed to simplify and optimize pipe spool welding operations, Rotoweld integrates PerfectPass-iQ, a true automatic welding intelligence system that ensures flawless and repeatable welds. With its automated technology, the Rotoweld enhances productivity by up to 400 percent, enabling companies to meet high-demand projects while maintaining consistent superior weld quality. This leap in efficiency allows manufacturers to reduce reliance on highly skilled manual welders, addressing labour shortages and improving overall workflow.
Praj GenX has embraced this cutting-edge technology to enhance its pipe spool welding capabilities and expand workforce opportunities. It has introduced a program to train and employ women as Rotoweld operators, showcasing how automation can create a more inclusive work environment, while maintaining high-performance standards.
This collaboration between Tecnar and Praj GenX signals a new era in the Indian welding industrial sector. By integrating the Rotoweld advanced automation with Praj GenX’s commitment to innovation, this partnership sets a new benchmark for quality, efficiency and workforce development in manufacturing.
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The initiative was headed by Mr. Sandeep Kinkar, Vice President & Head of Manufacturing Operations at Praj GenX and Mr. Alexandre Nadeau, Chief Executive Officer of Tecnar Automation Ltée. As more companies recognize the impact of innovative pipe spool welding solutions, the Rotoweld is poised to play a key role in driving the Indian industries in future by making it the global hub for manufacturing and fabrications under “Make in India” initiative.
