Storco case study

Boosting Productivity with Robot Welding.

Background

Storco is an Australian-owned manufacturer specialising in premium self-storage systems. Based in Orange, New South Wales, Storco designs, manufactures, and installs innovative storage solutions across Australia and New Zealand.

With in-house engineering, manufacturing, and project delivery teams, Storco is known for its commitment to quality, reliability, and scalable growth. To further enhance productivity and weld quality, Storco partnered with Autoa Robot Welding to integrate a solution dedicated to robotic welding for storage manufacturing. This investment reflects their commitment to delivering not just superior products, but exceptional service and consistent quality across every project.

Project Overview

Customer: Storco
Product: Self-Storage Systems
Country: Orange, Australia
Installed: 2023
Industry: Storage Manufacturing
Solution: M-1200 Robot Welding Cell
Featured Equipment: OTC Daihen FD-B6 Through Arm Robot, OTC Daihen FD19 Controller + Teach Pendant, OTC Daihen P502L Power Source + 350A Air Cooled Torch, Heavy Duty Manual 2-Position Rotator Cell, Tip Cleaning Station, Integrated Safety Componentry

The Solution

To improve productivity and weld quality across their self-storage product range, Storco integrated Autoa’s M-1200 Robotic Welding Cell into their manufacturing operations. Designed for high-mix, low to medium volume production, the M-1200 offers a compact dual-station setup that enables continuous welding with minimal downtime — making it an ideal fit for robotic welding for storage manufacturing.

The cell includes an OTC Daihen FD-B6 through-arm robot, FD19 controller and teach pendant, and a Welbee P502L welding power source — selected for its stable arc performance and smooth weld finishes. A manual 2-position rotator allows operators to safely load and unload parts while welding continues on the opposite side, helping to maintain production flow without interruption.

Additional features such as a tip cleaning station and integrated safety system ensure consistent performance and safe operation. The M-1200 provides Storco with a dependable, efficient platform to meet production demands while maintaining high-quality welds across every project.

The Results

The integration of robotic welding for storage manufacturing has strengthened Storco’s already capable manufacturing process — delivering greater consistency, improved weld quality, and more efficient use of operator time.

The dual-station layout allows parts to be loaded and unloaded while welding continues, helping to maintain a steady production flow. The cell produces clean, repeatable welds with minimal variation, reducing the need for rework and contributing to smoother downstream processes.

With operators now focusing more on part preparation and quality checks, the overall workflow has become more streamlined, supporting Storco’s commitment to precision and productivity.

The IMPACT ON Storco’S BUSINESS

The integration of robotic welding for storage manufacturing has supported Storco’s broader strategy of scaling operations while maintaining the high standards their customers expect. By reducing manual welding requirements, the M-1200 cell has helped free up skilled team members for other high-value tasks across the workshop.

The added consistency and reliability of the welding process has given the business greater confidence in lead times and project planning — a valuable asset as Storco continues to grow its footprint across Australia and New Zealand.

Robotic welding for storage manufacturing now forms an important part of Storco’s production capability, reinforcing their commitment to quality, efficiency, and long-term innovation.

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