Co-Spark Robotic Welding Cell
SHORT SUMMARY
The CO-SPARK TestBed is a collaborative robotic welding cell designed to support the transition from manual to automated welding processes. The system integrates a robotic platform with arc welding technology, enabling safe and flexible welding operations in industrial environments.
The key technological focus lies in collaborative robotics, welding automation, and flexible manufacturing. The TestBed enables intuitive programming and operation, allowing users with no prior robotics experience to effectively use the system.
CO-SPARK supports human–robot collaboration, making it suitable for dynamic production environments with frequent product changes and small-batch manufacturing. The system enables improved repeatability, consistent weld quality, and reduced dependence on skilled manual labour.
The TestBed is particularly relevant for Industry 5.0 applications, as it supports human-centred automation, workforce upskilling, and accessible adoption of robotic welding technologies.
HOSTING INSTITUTION AND PI INFO
| Name of Host Organization | VIRS d.o.o. |
| Department or Lab | N/A |
| Name of Building | N/A |
| Physical Address | Industrijska ulica 4 B, 9220 Lendava, Slovenia |
| Website Links | https://www.virs.si/en/ |
| Institutional contact name | For access through CITADELS project please contact Pomurje Technology Park |
| Institutional contact email | info@p-tech.si |
APPLICATION CASES
| Application case: | Short description: |
| Robotic arc welding of metal components | Use of a robotic system for performing arc welding operations on metal components. |
| Welding of different workpieces | Use of the robotic system for welding workpieces of different shapes and sizes. |
| Flexible welding in small-batch production | Application of the system in environments with frequent product changes and varying production requirements. |
| Human–robot collaborative welding | Use of the system in collaborative operation, allowing interaction between the operator and the robot during welding tasks. |
POTENTIAL STAKEHOLDERS
Non-academic stakeholders
Industrial Partners, Startups, Professional Associations, SMEs
Academic stakeholders
Undergraduate students, PhD students, MSc students, Researchers