Designed and built in Columbus, Ohio, Path Robotics develops AI-powered welding automation for manufacturers handling real-world parts, from large structures to ship hulls. Its Obsidian system uses vision and adaptive software trained on tens of millions of welded inches to find seams and adjust welding in real time, while the newer Rove platform brings that capability to mobile, large-scale fabrication. Path also supports its welding cells through a robots-as-a-service model with 24/7 mission control support.
Mach MachinesFounded by CEO Jandre TerreBlanche after he saw welding robots sitting idle in U.S. fabrication shops, Mach Machines designs and integrates robotic welding automation for fabricators of all sizes. The Cincinnati-area company focuses on high-mix, low-volume work, pairing custom systems—including large-format gantries—with VC Robotics offline programming software so manufacturers can program and control production independently. Mach Machines also provides installation, training, and ongoing field support from system delivery through production.CINCINNATI, OH
OTC DAIHENOTC DAIHEN designs, builds and installs robotic and manual welding systems, with arc-welding robots at the center of its work. The U.S. operation traces its roots to 1979 and moved its headquarters to Ohio after establishing a Dynamic Robotic Division there in 1996. Drawing on a company history that began in Japan in 1919, OTC DAIHEN supports customers with training, service and parts as well as integrated welding automation.TIPP CITY, OH
WeldBot, LLCAkron-based WeldBot, LLC designs and builds FANUC robotic arc-welding cells, with a specialty in the difficult intersection of welding know-how and robot integration. The FANUC-exclusive integrator also programs, maintains, and updates robotic systems, drawing on technicians with more than 15 years of welding experience and in-house CWI expertise. WeldBot has extended that focus into custom machine building and a turnkey robotic grinding system.STOW, OH
FabAutomationSince 2005, Cincinnati-based FabAutomation has supplied welding and industrial automation solutions for precision metal fabricators, with a particular focus on repeatable corner and linear seam welds. Drawing on more than 40 years in the fabrication industry, the small, agile team designs and installs systems ranging from automated welding and material handling to laser and waterjet cutting. FabAutomation also backs installations with hands-on training and a support operation that reports an average service resolution time of under 24 hours.CINCINNATI, OH