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ABB YuMi cobots alleviate workforce shortages

ABB YuMi cobots alleviate workforce shortages

ABB’s YuMi dual-armed cobots are enabling the reshoring of production and helping to address challenges presented by workforce shortages for SUS Corporation, a major supplier of aluminium frames and die-cast aluminium components for the automotive and other manufacturing industries. “Reshoring is increasingly viewed as a way to address the challenges of disruptive supply chains and […]

By November 23, 2023 Read More →
ABB Robotics and Porsche Consulting collaborate

ABB Robotics and Porsche Consulting collaborate

ABB Robotics and Porsche Consulting have announced their collaboration to drive automation in the construction industry with a pilot project to develop innovative new practices in modular housing manufacture. The collaboration will help to meet the need for more affordable and sustainable buildings and reduce the environmental impact of construction, amidst widespread labour and skills […]

By October 31, 2023 Read More →
ABB expands education offering with IRB 1090

ABB expands education offering with IRB 1090

ABB Robotics is expanding its education offering with the launch of the IRB 1090. The 1090 industrial education robot, authenticated by the globally recognized education institute STEM.org, is designed to upskill students and provide them with a competitive advantage in securing employment. The new education robot forms a key part of ABB’s wider education offering, […]

By October 19, 2023 Read More →
ABB to invest $280 million in European Robotics hub

ABB to invest $280 million in European Robotics hub

ABB is to invest some $280 million to expand its manufacturing footprint in Europe and build a new state-of-the-art ABB Robotics European Campus in Västerås, Sweden. The Campus will serve as the hub for ABB Robotics’ offering in Europe, providing customers with AI-enabled collaborative and industrial robots, as well as digital solutions to support flexible […]

By September 14, 2023 Read More →
ABB expands GoFa family with higher payloads

ABB expands GoFa family with higher payloads

ABB is launching two new variants of its GoFa collaborative robot. The GoFa 10 and GoFa 12 offer new possibilities for companies to leverage cobot automation for enhanced efficiency. They can handle payloads of up to 10 and 12 kilograms. Handling these higher payloads with what ABB claims is market-leading repeatability, the cobots can handle […]

By July 27, 2023 Read More →
ABB adds energy saving large robots to family

ABB adds energy saving large robots to family

ABB Robotics is expanding its large robot offering with four new models and 22 variants offering more choice increased coverage and greater performance. The next generation models include the IRB 6710, IRB 6720, IRB 6730 and IRB 6740, suitable for payloads ranging from 150kg to 310kg, with a reach from 2.5m to 3.2m, offering customers […]

By July 4, 2023 Read More →
Robot automates Amazon reforestation project

Robot automates Amazon reforestation project

A pilot project between ABB Robotics and US non-profit organisation Junglekeepers is demonstrating the role Cloud technology can play in making reforestation faster, more efficient and scalable. ABB Robotics is supporting Junglekeepers in their mission to protect 55,000 acres of Amazon rainforest and reverse deforestation. In a first-of-its-kind demonstration, ABB’s cobot YuMi is automating planting […]

By June 22, 2023 Read More →
ABB introduces robotics education package

ABB introduces robotics education package

ABB Robotics is continuing to close the global education gap in automation and prepare students for the future of work with the launch of a ready-to-use Robotics Education Package. Comprising a GoFa collaborative robot (cobot), teaching materials and a globally recognised technical qualification, the package is part of ABB Robotics global campaign to help workers […]

By May 24, 2023 Read More →
ABB and B&R demonstrate integrated automation

ABB and B&R demonstrate integrated automation

ABB will be showcasing its ability to offer a one-stop-shop for complete automated solutions for multiple industrial applications at Automation UK (CBS Arena, Coventry, 20-21 June). Stand A01 will include a demonstration featuring ABB’s GoFa collaborative robot and B&R’s ACOPOS 6D handling system. Offering a 5kg payload and a class-leading 950 mm reach, GoFa is […]

By May 19, 2023 Read More →
AI-enabled Robotic Item Picker makes fulfilment faster

AI-enabled Robotic Item Picker makes fulfilment faster

ABB Robotics has enhanced its logistics automation portfolio with the launch of the Robotic Item Picker – a new AI and vision-based solution that can accurately detect and pick items in unstructured environments in warehouses and fulfilment centres. “The explosion of e-commerce, changing consumer demands, and global labour shortages are driving the need for flexible […]

By May 18, 2023 Read More →