ABB robotic automation drives sustainability at Volvo Cars
ABB, a global leader in electrification and automation technologies, announces a significant expansion in its collaboration with Volvo Cars. The partnership, already consolidated, gains new momentum with the supply of more than 1.300 robots and functional packages intended for the production of the next generation of Volvo electric vehicles. This initiative is a strategic step to help the Swedish manufacturer achieve its sustainability goals ambitious, marking a significant advance in the automotive sector.
Marc Segura, president of ABB Robótica, highlights the importance of this collaboration in the context of the transformation of the automotive industry, driven by the growing demand for electric vehicles and more sustainable practices.
Energy efficiency and innovation in robotics
Energy efficiency is at the heart of this partnership. ABB's new family of large robots, together with OmniCore™ controllers, promises to save up to 20% energy in production units. This technological advancement not only optimizes the manufacturing process, but also significantly contributes to Volvo Cars' sustainable practices.
The functional packages provided by ABB include a variety of production tasks, from spot welding to ultrasonic weld inspection. These integrated systems combine hardware, software and services, ensuring efficiency and reliability. The implementation of these systems will take place at Volvo Cars units in Torslanda, Sweden, and Daqing, China.
Preparation and planning for implementation
The implementation phase of this project is meticulously planned with the help of ABB's RobotStudio® software. This platform allows you to visualize and optimize deployment virtually, ensuring that production remains uninterrupted during robot installation. This detailed planning ensures that automation solutions are developed and validated efficiently, allowing them to be replicated across different locations.
The long tradition of collaboration between Volvo Cars and ABB has been instrumental in making car production more efficient and innovative. This latest project reinforces this partnership, anticipating first implementations in early 2024. It is a milestone in ABB's series of solutions aimed at helping the global automotive industry achieve its sustainability goals and transition to the production of electric vehicles.
For more information about ABB Robotics in the automotive sector, visit www.abb.com/automotive. ABB continues to be a beacon of innovation and sustainability, with its 105.000 employees dedicated to driving transformations that accelerate the industrial revolution. Find out more at www.abb.com.
Source: Tamer Comunicação.
