ABB Robotics
ABB Group's industrial robotics business, providing robots, automation software and related services.
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Overview
ABB Robotics is the industrial robotics business of ABB Group, headquartered in Västerås, Sweden. It provides robots, robotic systems, automation software and related services to manufacturers and other industrial customers. The business traces its robotics development to the introduction of a microprocessor-controlled industrial robot in 1974 and has since developed a portfolio covering industrial robots, collaborative robots, robot controllers and digital tools for production management. Typical applications include assembly, material handling, welding, packaging, painting and production-line automation. ABB Robotics is positioned around industrial automation expertise, global service capabilities and solutions integrated into customers' manufacturing processes. As a business unit of ABB Group rather than a separately listed company, its operations and financial information are generally reported within ABB Group disclosures.
History
ABB Robotics developed as part of ABB Group's industrial automation activities. A major milestone was the introduction of a microprocessor-controlled industrial robot in 1974, supporting programmable control and wider automation in industrial production. The business subsequently expanded beyond individual robot hardware to include robot controllers, software, integrated workstations and services. Its applications have included material handling, assembly, welding, packaging and painting. As manufacturers have placed greater emphasis on flexible production, connectivity and human-robot collaboration, ABB Robotics has broadened its offering toward complete robotic cells, production-line automation and digital management tools. The brand continues to operate as an ABB Group business rather than as a separately listed company, and its financial performance is generally included in ABB Group reporting.
- 1974
Launch of microprocessor-controlled industrial robot
[1]ABB Robotics' business materials regard 1974 as an important starting point in its robotics development, with the launch of a microprocessor-controlled industrial robot.
Products and positioning
A provider of industrial robots and automation solutions for manufacturing and other industrial customers
Industrial robots
Robotic products for industrial production tasks such as material handling, assembly, welding, packaging and painting, typically used with controllers, software and peripheral equipment.
Collaborative robots
Robots for production environments requiring human-robot collaboration or flexible deployment, with an emphasis on working alongside operators and simplifying automation setup.
Robot software and services
Software and services for robot programming, control, production management, system integration, maintenance and the operation of robotic automation systems.
Recent events
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Reported
ABB Robotics releases China-market customized IRB 6720 Lite+ large robot[2]
ABB Robotics has recently released the IRB 6720 Lite+ large robot customized for the Chinese market, which is produced locally in China and deeply relies on the domestic supply chain, according to ABB Robotics China president Han Chen.
Reported
ABB Robotics globally debuts IRB 1700 and IRB 1700ID industrial robots at CIIF 2026[3]
At the 26th China International Industry Fair (CIIF) held in Shanghai from October 12 to 16, 2026, ABB Robotics globally debuted two compact high-performance industrial robots, the new IRB 1700 and IRB 1700ID, targeting high-speed precision manufacturing scenarios such as electronics assembly, AI server manufacturing, welding and surface treatment. The medium robots come in five payload models from 6 kg to 12 kg, with cycle times up to 20% faster than comparable products, 0.03 mm repeat path accuracy and joint speeds up to 700 degrees per second. ABB Robotics also introduced the E-Device programming and control device and demonstrated RobotStudio HyperReality and OmniCore EyeMotion AI technologies at the fair.
Reported
SoftBank to acquire ABB's robotics business for US$5.375 billion[2]
SoftBank Group and ABB announced an agreement on October 8, 2025 for SoftBank to acquire ABB's robotics business for a total of US$5.375 billion, with completion expected in mid-to-late 2026. Speaking at the China International Industry Fair on October 12, 2026, ABB Robotics China president Han Chen said the transaction was progressing well with all processes advancing normally, remained within the preset time window, and would not affect ABB Robotics' strategy or its commitments in the Chinese market.
Reported
ABB Robotics launches construction automation solutions[4]
ABB Robotics launched robotic automation solutions for the construction industry, including applications for modular-home fabrication, building-site material handling and 3D printing.
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