General Welding on Beacon
Tutorials for getting started with Beacon Welding
By Neil and 5 others6 authors77 articles
Preparing for your Cobot to ArrivePreparation for your welding cobot
Multipass WeldingWe didn't reinvent multipass welding — we just made it way easier.
Through Arc Seam Tracking (TAST): Stop Guessing Gap VariationsReal-time weld path correction for cleaner, stronger results
Advanced Welding FeaturesAdvanced capabilities. Simple execution.
Beacon AI RecommendationsLearn how AI recommendations can improve your workflow
Installation RequirementsEverything you need to know about what's required to install and use your welding cobot
Installation and SetupOverview of Installation and Setup of your Beacon welding robot
Securing your CobotAdding an operational mode password can prevent unwanted program actions from occurring with your welding cobot
Configuring Pulse Settings on the Miller InvisionSetting the correct settings on the Miller Invision
Converting Beacon Welding to Water CooledUse the Tregaskiss I.C.E torch kit to convert your existing torch to water cooled
Installing the Over-the-Arm on the UR20
The Importance of Correct Tool Center Point (TCP)Learn about the benefits of pre-calibrated Tool Center Point
‘Try Before You Buy’ Setup InstructionsThis article covers initial setup instructions for 'Try Before You Buy' shipments
Troubleshooting Robot Cannot Reach a PointThis article describes the actions a user can take if they encounter points which are not reachable by the robot.
Troubleshooting Program Not PlayingHow to fix program not playing issue
Troubleshooting Path Offset Errors near Robot Workspace LimitEncountering Path Offset and Acceleration warnings while Weaving
Troubleshooting Weld IssuesLearn how to troubleshoot common welding issues.
Improved Response to Welding Arc FailureLearn about the updated behavior to recover from an arc start failure
Troubleshooting Runtime Error: safeAcosHow to find and fix overlapping radial points
Troubleshooting Freedrive Issues for UR8/UR20 RobotsFreedrive Not Working on UR8 / UR20
Getting Started with Welding on BeaconOverview of Welding on Beacon
Exercise 1 - Creating a PartCreate your first part in Beacon
Exercise 2 - Teaching a linear weldUsing linear weld
Exercise 3 - Teaching a radial weldUse radial weld for radius corners and full circles
Exercise 4 - Teaching tack weldsUse Cobot Welder to perform tack welding
Exercise 5 - Teaching a stitch weld
Exercise 6 - Setting up air movesUse air moves in the part to avoid obstacles and create weld segments
Exercise 7 - Creating a playlistCreate and use Playlists within Beacon
Exercise 8 - Using the operator boxUsing the Operator Button Box to use the Cobot Welder
Exercise 9 - Combining different weld typesCreate a complex weld path using different weld types
Exercise 10 - Editing a partEdit settings on points in the part
Exercise 11 - Shifting a PartUse the Shift tool to move a part on the table
Exercise 12 - Patterning a PartUse the shift tool to create a copy of the part in a different location on the table
Exercise 13 - Using Weld Data in BeaconLearn how to create charts and use the dashboard feature within Beacon
Exercise 14 - Accessing In-App SupportUsing the In-App support to get access to the Hirebotics Support team
Exercise 15 - Rotary Weld
How to Set the Startup Program for Beacon Welding (PolyScope X)On a Cobot Welder running PolyScope X, load the Beacon Welding program through System Manager and reload it so the teach pendant and Beacon stay in sync.
How to Set the Startup Program for Beacon Welding (PolyScope 5)On a Cobot Welder running PolyScope 5, set the default installation to load the Beacon Welding program on startup so the teach pendant and Beacon stay in sync.
Shifting and Patterning PointsLearn how to shift and pattern points in your program
MK Products Rotary Positioner Adapter Installation
Dry Contact Rotary Adapter Installation TipsInstalling the KIT-1124 Rotary Adapter to your manual rotary positioner
Steps to Replace a Robot in FieldHow to swap a physical robot while keeping the same robot in the Beacon App
Using Stickout to Adjust the Wire LengthStickout allows the user to adjust the amount of wire sticking out of the contact tip during the weld
Weaving in WeldingWeave along Linear, Radial and Linear Stitch weld paths
Extending the Operator Button BoxA longer cable will allow the button box more range
Adding Sections to a PartLearn how to break up a large part by adding sections
Teaching Full Circle WeldsTips to make successful radial welds into full circles
Rotary Weld TypeUse the rotary weld type to interact with a manual weld positioner
Trigger Warning AlarmAddition of Trigger Warning Alarm Before Arc Start
Set OutputLearn how to use Set Output to send output to external equipment
Using Step ModeLearn how to use Step Mode to help dial-in your part
Wait ForLearn how to use Wait For to insert event dependent pauses in your part
Set Home WaypointLearn how to set the home waypoint with Beacon
Integrate with External EquipmentLearn how to integrate external sensors and actuators
Applying Weld Parameter Libraries to PartsLearn how to apply a weld parameter library with Beacon
Updating Weld Parameter LibrariesLearn how to update weld parameter libraries with Beacon
Creating a Weld Parameter LibraryLearn how to create a weld parameter library with Beacon
Copy and Paste Part ItemsLearn how to copy and paste part items with Beacon
Move to PointLearn how “Move Here” works to quickly check and touch up points
Accessing Part History, Comparing and Restoring VersionsLearn about restoring previous versions of your parts
Viewing Live Part ExecutionLearn about viewing part execution with Beacon
Setting the Start PointLearn how to set a part’s starting point with Beacon
Filtering PartsLearn how to filter parts with Beacon
Editing Part InformationLearn how edit part information with Beacon
Multi-Edit Weld SettingsStep by step guide on how to save time with the Beacon multi-edit feature
Part Playlist OverviewLearn how to use a Playlist to run parts
Creating a PartCreating a part with Beacon
Multi-Edit Cut SettingsStep by step guide on how to save time with the Beacon multi-edit feature
How to Set the Startup Program for Beacon WeldingSet your Cobot Welder to load the Beacon Welding program on startup so the teach pendant and Beacon stay in sync. Choose the steps for your robot's operating system —…
Beacon Pro Plan - Fine Tune Points for Precise WeldingLearn how to adjust the torch angles to modify position of weld points
Adjusting Weld SettingsLearn how to adjust weld settings in Beacon
Use Beacon with Offline RobotsLearn how to run parts with Beacon offline
Beacon Pro Plan - Convert a Weld Path into StitchesLearn how to convert your weld path to stitches using our Enhanced Stitch feature.
How to use Beacon to Move Individual Joints in a ProgramHow to exercise individual joints for troubleshooting using Beacon
Copying PartsLearn how to copy parts throughout your organization with Beacon