UR8 Long was announced this week: 1750 mm reach, 8 kg payload. I'm interested in reaching more of a weldment without shifting the base. I'd still lay out torch angles and cable clearance before throwing out the positioner. Anyone else looking at long-reach arms mainly to simplify setup rather than chase speed?
https://www.universal-robots.com/news-and-media/news-center/universal-robots-unveils-ur8-long/