Feature Spotlights
Feature Spotlight: Seam Tracking
Real-Time Path Correction with Through Arc Seam Tracking (TAST) https://youtu.be/QSFSXQd_Rm0 1. What is Seam Tracking? Seam Tracking is one of the newest and most advanced features in SmoothTool, available as an optional add-on module for a selected range of supported...
Feature Spotlight: Angle System
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stOtF8JGYmI 1. What is the Angle System? The Angle System in SmoothTool is a powerful tool that lets you define the work and travel angles of the welding torch for your welds—ensuring optimal arc control, penetration, and bead shape....
Feature Spotlight: Stitch
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/C6cHVcsJdjA 1. What is Stitch Welding? Stitch welding is a technique where a series of short welds are spaced out with deliberate gaps—for example, 3 cm of weld followed by 3 cm of air. This method reduces heat input into the workpiece,...
Feature Spotlight: Offset
1. What is the Offset Feature? The Offset feature in SmoothTool allows you to easily duplicate and relocate parts of your welding program. Whether you're welding multiple identical components in one setup or shifting your program to a new position on the workpiece or...
Feature Spotlight: Tacking
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMIRu_RWTKs 1. What is Tacking? Tacking is a preparatory welding step used to temporarily hold parts in place before the full weld is performed. In traditional workflows, this task is typically done manually to ensure the workpieces...
Feature Spotlight: Multipass
Precision Control for Layered Welds 1. What is the Multipass Feature? The Multipass feature in SmoothTool makes it easy to create complex, layered welds—whether you’re filling deep grooves, building up material, or meeting specific joint strength requirements. Once...
Feature Spotlight: Surfacing
Cladding & Hardfacing Made Easy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--F0UQ6eXuk 1. What is the Surfacing Feature? The Surfacing feature in SmoothTool is designed to automate one of the most physically demanding and repetitive welding tasks: cladding and hardfacing....
Feature Spotlight: Weaving
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lD4186ienUU 1. What is Weaving? Weaving in SmoothTool allows you to apply dynamic side-to-side motion to your welds, creating stronger, wider, and more consistent beads—especially useful for filling gaps or improving weld penetration....
Feature Spotlight: The 3D Universe
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLLjvEHj70c 1. What is the 3D Universe? The 3D Universe in SmoothTool is a powerful visualization and interaction tool that gives you a clear, three-dimensional overview of your welding program. Whether you're setting up a single weld...
Feature Spotlight: Touch Sense
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8qXSWVKhUQ 1. What is Touch Sense? Touch Sense in SmoothTool is a smart, automated offset feature that helps your robot locate the actual position of your weld piece before starting the weld. It compensates for variations in placement...
Feature Spotlight: Profile System
1. What is the Weld Profile System? The Weld Profile system in SmoothTool is designed to eliminate repetitive setup tasks and ensure consistent welding performance across jobs, operators, and shifts. With this feature, you can create a library of reusable welding...