Collaborative Robots from ABB: Revolutionizing Industrial Automation

Collaborative robots, also known as cobots, are transforming the manufacturing industry by fostering human-robot collaboration. ABB's collaborative robots are leading the charge, offering a wide range of benefits for businesses looking to boost productivity, efficiency, and safety.

Benefits of Collaborative Robot

Benefit	Description
Enhanced Productivity	Collaborative robots can work alongside human workers, performing repetitive or hazardous tasks, freeing up humans to focus on higher-value activities. International Federation of Robotics (IFR) estimates that cobots can increase productivity by up to 30%.
Improved Safety	Collaborative robots are equipped with built-in safety features, reducing the risk of workplace accidents. Research by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) shows that cobots can help reduce workplace injuries by as much as 50%.
Reduced Costs	Collaborative robots are relatively affordable compared to traditional industrial robots, making them accessible to businesses of all sizes. ABI Research predicts that the global market for cobots will reach $14 billion by 2026.

How to Implement Collaborative Robot

Step	Description
1. Identify Needs	Determine which tasks or processes would benefit from collaborative robots. Consider factors such as workload, safety concerns, and potential ROI.
2. Choose the Right Robot	ABB offers various collaborative robots to meet different application requirements. Consider factors such as payload capacity, reach, and programming capabilities.
3. Integrate with Existing Systems	Ensure proper integration with existing production lines, ensuring seamless collaboration between collaborative robots and human workers.

Stories Showcase

1. Manufacturing Plant Boosts Output

A large manufacturing plant deployed collaborative robots to automate assembly tasks, freeing up human workers for more complex operations. This resulted in a 15% increase in overall production output.

2. Warehouse Optimizes Operations

A distribution center implemented collaborative robots for order picking, resulting in a 20% reduction in fulfillment time. The robots could handle repetitive tasks, allowing human workers to focus on quality control and customer service.

3. Automotive Shop Enhances Safety

An automotive shop introduced collaborative robots to handle welding tasks. This reduced the risk of workplace accidents by eliminating the need for human exposure to hazardous fumes and sparks.

Sections for Each Story

Benefit

Collaborative robots increased production output by 15%.

Collaborative robots reduced fulfillment time by 20%.

Collaborative robots reduced workplace accidents by eliminating human exposure to hazardous conditions.

How to Do It

Identify assembly tasks that can be automated.

Integrate collaborative robots with existing order picking systems.

Train human workers to operate and maintain collaborative robots.

Collaborative Robots from ABB: Revolutionizing Industrial Automation