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    Across the globe, electric utilities are facing structural changes that are fundamentally reshaping the power grid. Utilities today find themselves in one of the most rapidly evolving chapters in grid history — one that leaves little room for routine fixes. As they grapple with this evolution, ABB is working alongside them to strengthen resilience, scale capacity, and build the data-driven

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    ABB Electrification's Chief Technology Officer Paul Singer discusses innovation for next generation data centers

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    ABB announced today that it is accelerating the development of gigawatt scale next-generation data centers in collaboration with NVIDIA. Innovation will focus on the development and deployment of cutting-edge power solutions needed to create high-efficiency, scalable power delivery for future AI workloads. The research and development projects will support NVIDIA’s planned introduction of 800 VDC

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    The role of the electrical grid may seem simple: deliver power where it’s needed. Today’s reality is anything but simple as the grid evolves to operate differently and with much higher demands.

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    ABB announced today that it will invest a further $110 million in the United States in 2025 to expand the R&D and manufacturing of its advanced electrification solutions as customers focus on improving energy efficiency and uptime while reducing their energy costs. The IEA estimates US wholesale electricity prices rose by 30-40% in the first half of 2025, compared with 2024. Creating nearly 200

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    At ABB’s Hackettstown R&D Center, innovation is a mindset. It’s shaped by the people who show up every day with curiosity, grit and a deep sense of purpose.We visited Hackettstown, New Jersey and sat down with Jeff Gieger, Director of R&D at ABB Hackettstown, NJ, and Kelsey Bush, R&D Engineer, to talk about what drives their work, how they collaborate with customers, and why resilience matters

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    ABB has revealed the next generation of its flagship air circuit breaker, the SACE Emax 3.  Aimed at large facilities with high power demands, including data centers, advanced manufacturing sites and critical infrastructure including hospitals and airports, the innovative Emax 3 is designed to address increased concerns about grid stability, cybersecurity, and the surging power needs of Artificial

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    From railways to rooftops, manufacturing floors to wind farms—cable protection systems help shield critical cabling from strain, stress and challenging operating environments.They play a silent but critical role in keeping power flowing safely and reliably. In rail applications, a failed conduit could pose a safety hazard or take trains out of service for costly and time-consuming repairs. On wind

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    For industrial facilities, optimizing energy use can be a complex puzzle of managing production demands and distributed energy resources. The latest artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for energy management can transform this puzzle into a competitive advantage. As the energy transition advances, could AI be the solution to industries’ top challenges? ABB’s recent survey of European

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    Explore how we’ve invested and collaborated to bring solutions together for our customers, partners and our world.

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    Imagine a heavy-duty vehicle or electric vehicle (EV) grinding to a halt – not due to a battery issue, but because of a faulty electrical connection. Heavy-duty vehicles endure constant vibration, impact and strain, which can compromise vehicle safety and lead to costly downtime. ABB Installation Products addresses these challenges with the first-of-its-kind Harnessflex® Interconnect system. This

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    Data centers are the bustling nerve centers of the digital economy. These hubs power everything from search engines to e-commerce platforms to credit card processing in an increasingly interconnected and electrified world. The data center market is booming thanks to sustained growth of cloud services providers (CSPs) and the Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution, with the size, scale and

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    The investment in intelligent manufacturing at ABB China’s Xiamen switchgear and grid components facility, which has increased production levels and reduced delivery times for customers, has been awarded Level IV certification from the country’s Ministry of Industry & Information Technology (MIIT). The first electrical equipment manufacturer to be awarded the highest-level certification from the

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    Global press release

    ABB unveils its latest breakthrough in room control technology with the introduction of the ABB Trevion® touch sensor, designed to redefine the way users interact with their living spaces. ABB Trevion® sets a new standard in modern operating concepts with its innovative capacitive surface, promising an unparalleled user experience. Debuting at the Light and Build trade fair in Frankfurt from March

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    ABB is introducing Busch-art linear®, a range of high-quality light switches that can be integrated into building automation systems and offer sustainability and premium design. Available for commercialization starting March 2024, the range can be previewed at the 2024 Light + Building trade fair in Frankfurt from 3rd to 8th March (Hall 12). Busch-art® linear is announced as a winner of a

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    ABB is unveiling upgrades to its portfolio of ABB-Welcome door entry systems at this year’s Light + Building trade fair in Frankfurt from March 3 to 8. The next-generation versions of ABB-Welcome and ABB-Welcome IP are now launched with an evolved design, simplified system architecture, and enhanced connectivity. ABB-Welcome offers a versatile 2-wire solution for door communication with a wide

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    ABB today launched its new range of modular protection devices, FlexLine® to provide an easier, faster, and more flexible installation in residential and small commercial buildings. The FlexLine® series covers Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCBs), Residual Current Devices (RCDs) and Arc Fault Detection Devices (AFDDs), all designed with push-in technology so they can be flexibly combined on one

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    Residents are set to benefit from more extensive – yet easier to manage – home automation as ABB Smart Buildings updates ABB-free@home® with the introduction of Matter and further partner Add-ons. This enhances interoperability, providing users with greater flexibility and the ability to choose from a wider range of smart home devices, making it easier to expand and customize their smart home

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    ABB RoomTouch 4" is a multifunctional touch display glass panel for the intelligent control of high-quality residential buildings, meeting rooms and offices, public buildings, and premium hotels. The latest version debuts at Light + Building, 3-8 March 2024, with an updated flat design and integration with the ABB-free@home® and ABB i-bus® KNX building automation system. The new panels offer

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