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ABB launches AppStudio no-code tool for robot interface programming

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ABB has launched AppStudio, which the company describes as an intuitive no-code software tool designed to empower users of all experience levels to quickly and easily create customized robotic user interfaces.

With intuitive functionality and features including a collaborative cloud-based library enabling users to share application templates, AppStudio will reduce setup times by up to 80 percent.

Marc Segura, president ABB Robotics, says: “A growing shortage of skilled labor requires the further simplification of automation and programming, especially among small and medium size enterprises (SMEs) where complexity is seen as a major barrier to implementing robotic automation. [Read more…] about ABB launches AppStudio no-code tool for robot interface programming

ABB Robotics selects T-Robotics and Mbodi as AI startup winners

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ABB Robotics has selected T-Robotics and Mbodi as the winners of its 2024 ABB Robotics AI Startup Challenge, marking what the industrial giant says is “a significant milestone” in advancing artificial intelligence solutions for industrial robotics.

Selected from over 100 global applicants, these pioneering startups will help transform how industrial robots understand, learn, and adapt to complex manufacturing environments through breakthrough artificial intelligence solutions.

Marc Segura, president of ABB Robotics, says: “Today’s manufacturing challenges demand solutions that combine simplicity with sophisticated AI capabilities. [Read more…] about ABB Robotics selects T-Robotics and Mbodi as AI startup winners

ABB completes second investment in edge-to-cloud solution provider Pratexo

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ABB has completed a second strategic investment in US-based technology company Pratexo, an edge-to-cloud software and energy solutions provider.

The deepening collaboration between both organizations comes as companies continue to shift from centralized cloud to edge computing and hybrid edge-to-cloud solutions for better operational technology management.

Financial details of the investment were not disclosed. [Read more…] about ABB completes second investment in edge-to-cloud solution provider Pratexo

B&R introduces new coding environment with cloud collaboration and AI assistant

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Industrial automation specialist, B&R, part of the ABB Group, has released a “major update” to its suite of engineering and runtime software.

The company showcased the upgrade at this year’s SPS exhibition in Nuremberg, Germany.

With Automation Studio Code, B&R says it has introduced an entirely new engineering experience. It incorporates an array of advanced editing functions, drawing from the latest the software industry has to offer. [Read more…] about B&R introduces new coding environment with cloud collaboration and AI assistant

ABB opens new $100 million campus in Wisconsin

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ABB has started the phased opening of a new $100 million campus in New Berlin, Wisconsin to increase US production capacity of industrial electric drives and service to fully meet Build America Buy America Act (BABAA) requirements.

ABB employees, elected officials, education leaders, and media gathered for a ribbon cutting event to mark the first phase opening of the campus.

Brandon Spencer, president of ABB’s Motion Business Area, says: “ABB is a technology leader in electrification and automation and the US market is an important growth engine for our business. [Read more…] about ABB opens new $100 million campus in Wisconsin

ABB launches new paint atomizer for efficient and sustainable paint shops

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ABB has launched the RB 1000i-S paint atomizer to revolutionize automotive paint shops. The new paint atomizer mounted on top of the ABB robot improves transfer efficiency by upwards of 10 percent, and can significantly reduce paint waste by a minimum of 30 percent along with carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, compared to its predecessor, the RB 1000i.

In addition, major efficiency and cost saving benefits have the potential to deliver significant financial savings.

Marc Segura, president – robotics division at ABB, says: “Major automotive manufacturers have committed to carbon neutral factories by 2035, leaving no stone unturned in their mission to achieve these targets. [Read more…] about ABB launches new paint atomizer for efficient and sustainable paint shops

ABB Robotics and US start-up Molg tackle data center e-waste with robotic micro-factories

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ABB Robotics is collaborating with US start-up Molg to create robotic micro-factories to recover and recycle data center operators’ disused electronic equipment, commonly known as e-waste.

With global e-waste projected to rise to 75 million tons by 2030, the micro-factories will play a vital role in reducing the electronic waste, helping the data center sector operate more efficiently and sustainably.

Craig McDonnell, managing director business line industries, ABB Robotics, says: “Through this collaboration, we continue to realize our vision of helping organizations operate more efficiently and sustainably.” [Read more…] about ABB Robotics and US start-up Molg tackle data center e-waste with robotic micro-factories

ABB Robotics’ new energy efficiency service cuts power usage by ‘30 percent’

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ABB Robotics has launched an “Energy Efficiency Service” providing manufacturers with a package of consultation, analysis and tools to increase the energy efficiency of their robots.

The service offers up to 30 percent energy savings, addressing the high energy costs that hinder the competitiveness of 58 percent of surveyed global manufacturers, according to a recent Energy Efficiency Movement report.

Michael Hose, managing director ABB Robotics customer service business line, says: “Reducing energy consumption is a priority for manufacturers, with over 93 percent surveyed stating they will invest in energy efficiency improvements in the next three years to reduce costs and demonstrate progress towards more sustainable operations. [Read more…] about ABB Robotics’ new energy efficiency service cuts power usage by ‘30 percent’

ABB launches ‘groundbreaking ultra accuracy’ feature for GoFa collaborative robots

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ABB Robotics has launched “Ultra Accuracy”, which it describes as a new industry-leading feature for its GoFa collaborative robot range.

The industrial giant says that Ultra Accuracy delivers “the highest level of precision available in cobots, enabling over 10 times greater path accuracy compared with other cobots on the market”.

Andrea Cassoni, global head of collaborative robots for ABB Robotics, says: “As industries look to automation to enhance product quality and achieve tighter tolerances – continuously decreasing the maximum allowable deviation from the standard in quality control – there is a growing need for robots that can perform tasks with exceptional precision.

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ABB demonstrates robot charging solution for mining trucks

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ABB is currently at MINExpo 2024 to showcase a new technology demonstrator developed to enable safe and efficient, high-power charging in the journey towards the all-electric mine of the future.

eMine Robot Automated Connection Device (ACD) is designed to work in tandem with the ABB eMine FastCharge solution, allowing further interoperability and synergy of connections and interfaces in electric mining trucks.

As a founding member of the CharIN taskforce for electrical standards in mining, ABB is working to accelerate the adoption of electrical interface soluti

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