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2026
ABB Robotics releases China-market customized IRB 6720 Lite+ large robot
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.
2026
ABB Robotics globally debuts IRB 1700 and IRB 1700ID industrial robots at CIIF 2026
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.
2025
SoftBank to acquire ABB's robotics business for US$5.375 billion
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.
2021
ABB Robotics launches construction automation solutions
ABB Robotics launched robotic automation solutions for the construction industry, including applications for modular-home fabrication, building-site material handling and 3D printing.