Orbital welding solutions are used in many applications. The special quality of the welds makes the use of orbital welding equipment an absolute must in many areas.
The most popular sectors are listed below:
Areas of application
Semiconductor
In the semiconductor industry, high-purity piping systems and defect-free weld joints are essential for stable manufacturing processes. Automated orbital welding ensures reproducible, oxidation-free welds and meets the highest requirements for quality and documentation, making it ideal for small pipe diameters and high-purity applications.
Pharma / Chemistry
In pharmaceutical and chemical plants, safe and documentable processes are indispensable. Orbital welding supports the requirements for qualification, validation, and traceability through reproducible weld joints and seamless process documentation.
Aerospace Engineering
In the aerospace industry, quality and reliability are critical. Through controlled and reproducible welding processes, orbital welding meets the high requirements of safety-critical applications.
Food / Dairy / Beverage Industry
In hygienic process systems, cleanability and product safety are top priorities. The high quality of orbitally welded pipe joints supports hygienic system designs and reliable cleaning processes.
Shipbuilding
In the shipbuilding industry, quality, efficiency, and flexibility are equally important. Reproducible welding processes support consistent weld quality across numerous pipe joints. Compact orbital welding systems are also suitable for mobile use in shipyards and on board vessels.
Boiler & Heat Exchanger
In boiler and heat exchanger construction, there are high requirements for leak tightness and weld quality. Automated orbital welding processes support consistent weld quality. Specially developed tube-to-tubesheet weld heads from Orbitec enable reproducible and cost-effective manufacturing processes.
Oil & Gas
In the oil and gas industry, long-term leak tightness and operational reliability are critical. Automated orbital welding processes support reproducible weld joints and seamless documentation. For thermally demanding applications, Orbitec also offers gas-cooled and water-cooled weld heads for high thermal loads.
Offshore
Offshore facilities are continuously exposed to corrosion, moisture, wind, and temperature fluctuations. Weld joints must therefore meet the highest requirements for quality and reliability. Orbital welding supports the production of high-quality welds and provides the foundation for durable and safe piping systems.
Power plants
In power plant construction, plant availability and operational reliability are key priorities. High-quality weld joints help minimize unplanned repairs and downtime. Automated orbital welding processes support the production of durable pipe joints for applications involving high pressures and temperatures.
Renewable energy
Renewable energy systems place high demands on leak tightness, material quality, and connection quality. Automated orbital welding processes support high-quality weld joints in demanding stainless steel applications. Residual oxygen measuring devices such as the Oxy EVO help ensure controlled welding conditions and high weld quality.
Petrochemistry
In petrochemical plants, leak tightness and process reliability are of central importance. High-quality weld joints help prevent leaks and support safe plant operation. Automated orbital welding processes enable consistently high weld quality, even in demanding applications involving stainless steels and special materials.