Field notes
Notes from
the shop floor.
Long-form on automation architecture, welding technique, controls integration and factory reliability.

Robotics·May 14, 2026
Why Robotic Welding Outperforms Manual on Volume Work
A robotic welding cell isn't only faster — it eliminates the day-to-day variability that hides in every manual welder's hands.

Joining·Apr 22, 2026
Choosing Between SPR and Spot Welding for Body-in-White
SPR joins dissimilar metals cold; spot welding joins similar metals fast. Here's how to choose for your line.

Quality·Mar 8, 2026
What Makes a Good Poka-Yoke Panel
Mistake-proofing panels look simple. Making one that operators actually respect is the hard part.
Robotics·Feb 11, 2026
When Is Laser Seam Tracking Worth It?
Seam trackers add cost. They also erase the fit-up rework that quietly ruins your robot ROI.

