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Bug-O Systems
Automated Welding and Cutting Equipment
BUG-O Systems Inc., is a manufacturer of
automated cutting and welding equipment. This includes a system of drives, carriages, rails and attachments designed to automate welding guns, cutting torches and other hand held tools.
Recent Content on The Fabricator for Bug-O Systems
- From The Fabricator
How AI helps make autonomous pipe welding a reality for fab shops
- By Tim Heston
- May 12, 2022
- Tube and Pipe Fabrication
- Article
Full-penetration, single-sided pipe welding with conventional V preps have been a bear to automate. A combination of technologies, including artificial intelligence, have changed that for metal fabrication shops looking to augment pipe welding processes.
- From The Welder
Bug-O hires leader of Latin America strategic initiatives
- Apr 9, 2021
- Arc Welding
- News Release
Canonsburg, Pa.-based Bug-O, a manufacturer of track, automation, and motion control for arc welding and cutting, has hired Norman Galeana to lead its strategic initiatives in Latin America. After earning a degree in electronics and telecommunications engineering from Instituto Tecnológico y de...
- From The Fabricator
Bug-O introduces Live Support Program
- Jul 20, 2020
- Cutting and Weld Prep
- News Release
Bug-O Systems, a provider of cutting and welding products in Canonsburg, Pa., has launched a Live Support Program. This communication system has three areas of focus: distributor/dealer product support, Send and Show application solutions, and Field Fix user assistance. The company also offers...
- From The Fabricator
Bug-O appoints director of sales and marketing
- Mar 1, 2018
- Shop Management
- News Release
Bug-O, Canonsburg, Pa., has hired Scott Thayer as director of sales and marketing. He has nearly 30 years of experience in the welding industry.
Thayer is a certified welding inspector and a certified welding educator.
- From The Fabricator
Plasma cutting auto height control available
- Dec 25, 2017
- Plasma Cutting
- Product Release
Bug-O Systems has extended the functionality of its Automatic Height Control to include plasma cutting and gouging through auto voltage control. The system was designed from the ground up to be compact and modular for improved flexibility. According to the company, it is simple to set up and use,...
Pipe coupon cutting machine designed for training facilities
- May 10, 2016
- Tube and Pipe Fabrication
- Product Release
The PCC-1 pipe coupon cutting machine from Bug-O Systems is a cost-effective model suitable for welding schools and training facilities. It cuts pipe to a desired length or bevels the edges of pipe for weld prep. The machine features a self-centering speed chuck, capable of gripping up to...
- From The Fabricator
Bug-O Systems featured on "Viewpoints" TV
- Feb 7, 2013
- Shop Management
- News Release
Bug-O Systems, a provider of operator-controlled mechanization for welding and cutting in Canonsburg, Pa., has announced the company will be featured on the "Viewpoints" TV program, hosted by Terry Bradshaw. The segment is part of the program's American Industry series, which interviews "movers and...
- From The Fabricator
Bug-O Systems names industry manager for shipyards
- Feb 7, 2013
- Shop Management
- News Release
Bug-O Systems, Canonsburg, Pa., has promoted Brad Mutschler to the new position of industry manager for shipyards. In this position, Mutschler identifies new opportunities and offers technology for production welders, engineers, and fabricators in the design and construction of ships, barges,...
- From The Fabricator
On/off magnet bars introduced
- Apr 18, 2011
- Materials Handling
- Product Release
Bug-O Systems has introduced a new line of Bug-O/Magswitch on/off magnet bars, lifting magnets, and accessories.
The compact magnet bars are available for use with the company's rail systems, as well as those from other manufacturers.
- From The Fabricator
Weld Tooling Corp. appoints director of manufacturing
- Apr 4, 2011
- Automation and Robotics
- News Release
Weld Tooling Corp., Canonsburg, Pa., home of Bug-O Systems/Cypress Welding Equipment, has named Larry Johnson as director of manufacturing.
Johnson has more than 30 years of diversified manufacturing management experience in all manufacturing disciplines.
- From The Fabricator
Automatic height control, seam tracking available for welding drive system
- May 17, 2010
- Automation and Robotics
- Product Release
Bug-O Systems has introduced two new accessories for the Modular Drive System (MDS): automated height control and seam tracking. The automated height control system provides automatic up/down positioning of the torch when using CV weld processes. Features include current set point control and...
- From The Welder
Mechanized pipe welding system requires less welder skill and effort
- Jun 30, 2009
- Arc Welding
- Product Release
The Piper Bug Pipe Welding System from Bug-O Systems is a digitally controlled programmable welding travel carriage integrated with Lincoln Electric® Invertec® V350-PRO Power Source. The Piper Bug features a positive rack and pinion drive system and a digital control box in which all...
Automatic beveler produces angles up to 60 degrees
- Jun 9, 2009
- Tube and Pipe Fabrication
- Product Release
Bug-O Systems/Cypress Welding Equipment has introduced the SPB-3000 Pitbull portable automatic beveler. According to the manufacturer, the unit produces clean, machined bevels without operator assistance. The self-propelled machine can bevel angles up to 60 degrees and mill all types of metal,...
- From The Fabricator
Bug-O Systems announces new location
- Aug 12, 2008
- Automation and Robotics
- News Release
Bug-O Systems Intl., a manufacturer of portable welding and cutting automation equipment, has opened a 30,000-sq.-ft. manufacturing complex near Canonsburg, Pa. The complex will produce the Bug-O Systems and Cypress Welding Equipment product lines, as well as house a research and engineering...
Automatic tank welding system designed to reduce welding time
- Oct 9, 2007
- Tube and Pipe Fabrication
- Product Release
Bug-O Systems offers the Girth Welder, an automatic welding system for tank fabrication applications. The self-propelled welding system can reduce field storage tank welding time up to 40 percent, the company reports. Designed to reduce welding defects, the system is suitable for inside and outside...
- Contact Information
Bug-O Systems
161 Hillpointe Drive
Canonsburg, PA 15317
Phone: 412-331-1776
Fax: 412-331-0383
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