--- title: ABIBLOG United States | Scott Huber description: Scott Huber is Key Accounts Manager specializing in optical and laser seam tracking for ABICOR BINZEL. A graduate of Ferris State University, Scott has over 25 years experience in the welding and metalworking industry with a special focus on automated solutions. --- [![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog/Layout/logo.png?width=170&name=logo.png "logo.png")](https://www.binzel-abicor.com) - [ABICOR BINZEL Global Website](https://www.binzel-abicor.com/) ![more than welding](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/Theme_Abicor_Binzel_2021/logos/more-than-welding.svg) [ABIBLOG United States | EN](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/) # ABIBLOG USA: ABICOR BINZEL's Welding Blog ## Scott Huber ![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/Communal%20Files/Blog/Blog%20Author%20Headshots/BUS%20Headshots/Huber_Scott-640270-edited.jpg) Scott Huber is Key Accounts Manager specializing in optical and laser seam tracking for ABICOR BINZEL. A graduate of Ferris State University, Scott has over 25 years experience in the welding and metalworking industry with a special focus on automated solutions. Find me on: ### Recent Posts [![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/6-1.png)](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/maximize_your_roi_with_cobot_automation) ## [How to Maximize Your ROI With Cobot Automation](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/maximize_your_roi_with_cobot_automation) Posted by [Scott Huber](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/author/scott-huber) on Sep 24, 2024, 3:25:32 PM In today's fast-paced environment, companies are constantly on the lookout for innovative solutions that drive productivity while also minimizing costs. In the world of welding, collaborative robots (cobots) have emerged as a promising solution, gaining widespread traction. Businesses around the globe are discovering that cobots offer a versatile and cost-effective way to boost efficiency. In today's blog, we're going over some of the ways that cobots can increase your ROI and maximize your savings. [More](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/maximize_your_roi_with_cobot_automation) ![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/ABICORBINZEL%20-Dec2016/Images/arrow_right.gif) Comments: 0 - [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/maximize_your_roi_with_cobot_automation#comments-listing) Topics: [Robotic Welding](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/topic/robotic-welding), [Automation](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/topic/automation) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/Blog/Blog%20Banners/Whats_a_robotic_torch_cost.png)](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/robots-robotic-welding-torches-abb-robotics-x-abicor-binzel) ## [Robots & Robotic Welding Torches | ABB Robotics x ABICOR BINZEL](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/robots-robotic-welding-torches-abb-robotics-x-abicor-binzel) Posted by [Scott Huber](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/author/scott-huber) on Mar 31, 2022, 11:18:00 AM As technology advances, your workplace must adapt to keep up with the need. That period of adapting will look different for everyone, as some operations needs are on a much smaller scale than others. For those in larger manufacturing plants, the push to automate has become a more prevalent move. Productivity is the name of the game and to keep up, operations must be able to repeat their tasks quickly and efficiently. [More](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/robots-robotic-welding-torches-abb-robotics-x-abicor-binzel) ![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/ABICORBINZEL%20-Dec2016/Images/arrow_right.gif) Comments: 1 - [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/robots-robotic-welding-torches-abb-robotics-x-abicor-binzel#comments-listing) Topics: [Robotic Welding](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/topic/robotic-welding), [Automation](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/topic/automation) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/Communal%20Files/Artwork/Periphery/TH6x%20Seam%20Tracking/TH6x_Action_01.png)](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/robotic-welding-peripherals-abicor-binzel-x-yaskawa) ## [Seam Tracking and Welding Peripherals: ABICOR BINZEL x Yaskawa Motoman](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/robotic-welding-peripherals-abicor-binzel-x-yaskawa) Posted by [Scott Huber](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/author/scott-huber) on Mar 10, 2022, 8:00:00 AM With the current state of the welding industry as it sits now, we are seeing a lot of manufacturers moving away from manual to create a more automated process. With this comes a host of new welding equipment that can benefit your process, from improving repeatability and traceability, to increasing productivity and general performance. [More](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/robotic-welding-peripherals-abicor-binzel-x-yaskawa) ![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/ABICORBINZEL%20-Dec2016/Images/arrow_right.gif) Comments: 0 - [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/robotic-welding-peripherals-abicor-binzel-x-yaskawa#comments-listing) Topics: [Robotic Welding](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/topic/robotic-welding), [Automation](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/topic/automation) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/BUS%20(Binzel%20US)/Landing%20Pages/Partners%20and%20Relationships%20Page/800x300_ABB_01.jpg)](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/seam-tracking-and-automation-solutions-binzel-x-abb-robotics) ## [Seam Tracking and Automation Solutions | BINZEL x ABB Robotics](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/seam-tracking-and-automation-solutions-binzel-x-abb-robotics) Posted by [Scott Huber](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/author/scott-huber) on Mar 8, 2022, 8:00:00 AM When it comes to providing value through collaboration, the duo of [ABB Robotics](https://new.abb.com/products/robotics) and [ABICOR BINZEL](https://www.binzel-abicor.com/US/eng/) does just that by innovating and integrating automation solutions for you. With a top-of-the-line ABB robot, with [welding torches](https://www.binzel-abicor.com/US/eng/products/robotic-torches-systems/robot-welding-torches/) and peripherals added to the table from BINZEL, customers can be sure they are receiving the highest-quality welding equipment available.  [More](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/seam-tracking-and-automation-solutions-binzel-x-abb-robotics) ![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/ABICORBINZEL%20-Dec2016/Images/arrow_right.gif) Comments: 0 - [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/seam-tracking-and-automation-solutions-binzel-x-abb-robotics#comments-listing) Topics: [Robotic Welding](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/topic/robotic-welding), [Automation](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/topic/automation) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/Banner.jpg)](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/wirefeeding/robotic) ## [Keys to Wire Feeding In Automated Robotic Welding Applications](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/wirefeeding/robotic) Posted by [Scott Huber](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/author/scott-huber) on Jan 19, 2021, 3:08:22 PM Wire feeding is a critical part to your automated welding process. Without functioning wire, this multi-layered, complex process would not deliver optimal performance. This could lead to complete failure of your process. Challenges can arise due to wire feed speed, wire feed distance, and friction within the system causing a host of problems throughout your process. As you continue to understand your robotic welding cell, it is important to evaluate your wire feed practices. [More](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/wirefeeding/robotic) ![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/ABICORBINZEL%20-Dec2016/Images/arrow_right.gif) Comments: 0 - [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/wirefeeding/robotic#comments-listing) Topics: [Robotic Welding](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/topic/robotic-welding), [Automation](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/topic/automation) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/800x300laser.jpg)](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/weld-joint-finding-methods-explained) ## [Weld Joint Finding Methods Explained](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/weld-joint-finding-methods-explained) Posted by [Scott Huber](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/author/scott-huber) on Sep 3, 2020, 1:57:00 PM When we look at weld joint detection and the benefits involved, there are two primary features of these technologies: the finding and tracking of the joint. [More](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/weld-joint-finding-methods-explained) ![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/ABICORBINZEL%20-Dec2016/Images/arrow_right.gif) Comments: 0 - [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/weld-joint-finding-methods-explained#comments-listing) Topics: [Seam Tracking](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/topic/seam-tracking) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/Communal%20Files/Blog/Seam%20Tracking%20Comparison%20Blog/Seam-Tracking-Comparison.jpg)](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/how-seam-tracking-solutions-compare) ## [How Seam Tracking Solutions Compare](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/how-seam-tracking-solutions-compare) Posted by [Scott Huber](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/author/scott-huber) on May 18, 2020, 3:25:40 PM Looking at Seam Tracking means looking at a variety of possible solutions. Depending on your process, material, and cycle time needs, the right solution will usually present itself over time. But with if you aren't aware of ALL the solutions available? Or just know about a couple? [More](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/how-seam-tracking-solutions-compare) ![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/ABICORBINZEL%20-Dec2016/Images/arrow_right.gif) Comments: 3 - [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/how-seam-tracking-solutions-compare#comments-listing) Topics: [Seam Tracking](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/topic/seam-tracking) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/Communal%20Files/Blog/Communal%20Blog%20and%20Email%20Banners/Blog%20and%20Email%20Banners/GasManagement-EWR2-Industry4.0.png)](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/why-electronic-gas-management-is-poised-to-improve-the-cost-of-welding-gas) ## [Why Electronic Gas Management is Poised to Improve the Cost of Welding Gas](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/why-electronic-gas-management-is-poised-to-improve-the-cost-of-welding-gas) Posted by [Scott Huber](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/author/scott-huber) on May 7, 2018, 3:00:00 PM Gas delivery and gas management is inefficient and in need of some innovation. Looking at the landscape of gas delivery and gas management optimization, there’s very little invested or innovated in the actual deliverance of gas from supply tank through the control device and out the welding nozzle. [More](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/why-electronic-gas-management-is-poised-to-improve-the-cost-of-welding-gas) ![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/ABICORBINZEL%20-Dec2016/Images/arrow_right.gif) Comments: 2 - [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/why-electronic-gas-management-is-poised-to-improve-the-cost-of-welding-gas#comments-listing) Topics: [Shielding Gas](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/topic/shielding-gas) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/Communal%20Files/Blog/EWR%202%20Blogs/EWR%20FAQs/EWR-FAQs.png)](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/gas-management-system-ewr-2-faqs) ## [Gas Management System EWR 2: Frequently Asked Questions](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/gas-management-system-ewr-2-faqs) Posted by [Scott Huber](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/author/scott-huber) on May 1, 2018, 10:28:53 AM When version one of the Electronic Welding Regulator EWR was released, we received a lot of questions about it's performance and how exactly it works to control the flow of shielding gas. Now with version 2.0 of the EWR out - the EWR 2 / EWR 2 Net - we wanted to answer some of the frequently asked questions we received on the original EWR and update it for the next generation of gas management: [More](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/gas-management-system-ewr-2-faqs) ![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/ABICORBINZEL%20-Dec2016/Images/arrow_right.gif) Comments: 4 - [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/gas-management-system-ewr-2-faqs#comments-listing) Topics: [Shielding Gas](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/topic/shielding-gas) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/hubfs/oi%20(4)-1.png)](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/optimizing-shielding-gas-use-improves-welding-efficiency) ## [Optimizing Shielding Gas Use Improves Welding Efficiency](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/optimizing-shielding-gas-use-improves-welding-efficiency) Posted by [Scott Huber](https://blog.binzel-abicor.com/usa/author/scott-huber) on Jan 4, 2017, 10:23:27 AM In today’s manufacturing world, greater focus is being placed on maximizing the efficiency of all processes and operations on the plant floor.  When it comes to welding, shielding gas consumption is a central issue facing welding engineers and plant managers as they seek efficient and cost-effective manufacturing processes. 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