The Kat® Carriage/Torch Indexing combination is used to automate:
- overlay welding operations
- hard facing
- cladding
- flame spray applications.
The travel carriage runs forward and reverse continuously while the torch indexes in (or out) at each end of the carriage travel.
The Model GK-200-RHI Kat® Indexing Carriage runs on Gullco rigid aluminum track as shown in the photo at left. It can also be formed to a inside or outside diameter. Model GK-200-FHI Kat® Indexing Carriage runs on Gullco flexible spring steel track. Two track mounted limit switch actuators are supplied. Each model is available in three speed ranges and three voltages. Like all Kat® travel carriages the Indexer will carry up to 100 lbs. (45 Kg) of welding equipment in any position. Closed loop tachometer feedback ensures complete speed accuracy regardless of load or position
The indexer can also be supplied as a remote that can also be synchronized with a rotation device.
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