VANCOUVER, CANADA, October 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Novark Technologies Inc. (Novarc), a full-service robotics company developing automated welding solutions, today introduced SWR™ TIPTIC Autonomythe world's first fully autonomous TIG welding solution at the company's new headquarters located in Burnaby. “Introducing Artificial Intelligence in Welding” celebrated the company's growth and commitment to advancing leadership in robotics, artificial intelligence and automation technologies to benefit Canada's advanced manufacturing sector.
The speaker program included Wade Chang, MP for Burnaby Central; Paul Choi MLA, Parliamentary Secretary for Trade to the Minister of Employment and Economic Growth; and Soroush Karimzadeh, co-founder and CEO of Novarc.
Developed through years of local innovation and supported by British Columbia's growing technology ecosystem, SWR TIPTIG Autonomy enables key industries such as shipbuilding, nuclear power and clean technology to address skilled labor shortages while improving welding productivity, safety and quality. The technology combines artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide precision and consistency previously unattainable in TIG welding, which has historically relied on manual control by experienced welders.
“Novarc's new welding technology, powered by artificial intelligence, is helping Canadian manufacturers build faster and improve their productivity. PacifiCan is proud to invest in innovative companies like Novarc that are creating solutions for industries that help build a stronger Canadian economy and a better future for British Columbians,” said the Honorable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister Responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada.
“AI is transforming every part of our economy and creating new solutions to solve problems here at home and around the world,” said Paul Choi, Parliamentary Secretary for Trade. “Companies like Novarc and their AI-enabled welding technologies demonstrate British Columbia's technological excellence while improving worker safety and productivity, helping to position British Columbia as a North American AI hub.”
“Novarc's new SWR TIPTIG Autonomy system promises to address concerns raised by many industry players across Canada facing a shortage of skilled welders. It takes TIPTIG's existing capabilities to new heights, made possible by the continued development of SWR+TIPTIG, which is driven by Novarc's artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies,” said Soroush Karimzadeh, CEO of Novarc Technologies Inc. The world's first fully self-contained TIG welding solution designed, engineered and manufactured entirely in British Columbia.
About Novark Technologies:
Novarc Technologies is a recognized pioneer in welding automation. The Novarc Spool Welding Robot (SWR) has been recognized by customers worldwide for its impact in the manufacturing industry. For more information visit novarctech.com
