ESAB announced its Next LP17 release, which introduces upgrades that enhance welding process control, robotic integration and digital workflows. The update includes Craft WeldMode for carbon steel, optimized for positional welding and adjustable for vertical applications. Weld quality data now appears directly in the feed panel, showing average gas flow and recent weld statistics for improved monitoring. Extended input/output mapping allows robot controllers to store weld parameters, reducing downtime in multi-source setups. Digital tools in InduSuite such as WeldCloud, FloCloud and Octopuz feature AI-powered document digitalization, automatic certificate renewal and custom dashboards.