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Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)

Built by Novarc Technologies · Canada

Updated Oct 2026·methodology

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Made by Novarc TechnologiesRaised US$50.0M across 1 recorded roundOpen company

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Welding a Spool with the SWR In Record Time.

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RoboScore

53.7/ 100

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On sale15%100/100
In use27%Not counted yet
Track record9%Not counted yet
Specs on file19%77/100
Funding11%Not counted yet
Company age4%65/100
Other robots5%51/100
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Wikipedia entry3%Not counted yet
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Overview

The SWR™ is an advanced welding cobot specifically designed for pipe and roll welding applications. Companies that have implemented the SWR™ have increased their productivity by up to 12X and achieved consistent X-ray quality welds, enhancing their competitiveness in bidding and boosting margins on existing projects.

Key specs

  • Built for arc welding
  • Used across welding
  • Programmed through no code gui
  • Sold in Canada

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Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated
Six axis collaborative
6
4572 mm
ISO 15066
Yes

97% of cobot robots have it

None
1587.6 kg

Heavier than 99% of 259 Cobot robots with this spec

Company profile

Recorded funding
US$50.0M· 1 round
Founded
around 2013

Detailed specifications

What it is built for2
Applications
arc welding
manufacturing,construction
Sensing & perception1
No
Controls & integration2
Software Platform
NovData™
no code gui
Buying & support3
150K+
Datasheet Url
Preview PDF online
Availability Status
available

Who uses it

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Company milestones(estimated)

  • 2025MilestoneSWR+TIPTIG Autonomy Debuts at FABTECH
  • 2025LaunchNovarc Launches Spool Welding Robot SWR-TIPTIG
  • May 2025MilestoneNovarc Introduces NovAI™ at Automate 2025
  • 2013MilestoneCompany founded
  • Not yet on fileLaunchSpool Welding Robot introduced
  • Not yet on fileLaunchSWR demonstrations available in Houston

Novarc Technologies in the news

the maker

5 events · last 12 months

  • Oct 19Novarc To Show Physical AI Robotic Welding Solution At FABTECH 2026
  • Oct 19Novarc unveils advanced AI-powered robotic welding tech at FABTECH 2026 to boost fabrication efficiency.
  • Jun 22Novarc’s adaptive welding intelligence platform to be integrated with Yaskawa robots

News about Novarc Technologies, the maker, not about this robot specifically, except rows marked this robot. Collected and classified independently across 7 outlets, so a maker cannot add to it. It never changes this robot's RoboScore (the evidence half of the RoboIndex) and it can move it up a board by at most 15 points. See all Novarc Technologies news

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)?
The Spool Welding Robot (SWR™) is developed by Novarc Technologies, based in Canada.
What type of robot is the Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)?
The Spool Welding Robot (SWR™) is a Cobot made by Novarc Technologies.
How much does the Spool Welding Robot (SWR™) cost?
Pricing for the Spool Welding Robot (SWR™) is not publicly listed. Contact Novarc Technologies for a quote.
What are the key specifications of the Spool Welding Robot (SWR™)?
Key specifications of the Spool Welding Robot (SWR™): type six axis collaborative, axes 6, reach 4572 mm, weight 1587.6 kg, safety cert. ISO 15066.

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