U.S. Press Release 2023-07-13 ABB pioneers high voltage connector for growing heavy-duty electric vehicle market Cable to connector stability is critical to the operation of any electric vehicle (EV). Heavy-duty EV wiring is particularly vulnerable to high engine temperatures, strain, abrasion, vibration, ingress and corrosion. To protect and stabilize these connections, ABB Installation Products pioneered the world’s first full range of hinged high voltage connector backshells for heavy-duty EV with its
U.S. Press Release 2023-06-28 U.S. Secretary of Energy tours ABB E-mobility EV Charging Facility U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm got a first-hand look at U.S. manufacturing of high-power EV chargers that are helping the U.S. meet its electrification and climate goals. Secretary Granholm visited ABB E-mobility’s production operations as part of her “People Powered Summer Road Trip,” accompanied by longtime U.S. Representative and current Assistant Democratic Leader, James E.
U.S. Press Release 2023-06-21 Formula E sustainability showcase returns to ABB’s largest market This weekend, the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship returns to the US, but to the new race location of Portland, Oregon, for the 12th round of Season 9. Twenty-two drivers will compete at the Portland International Raceway, a permanent 3.19 km circuit which is a familiar fixture for American motorsport series such as IndyCar. Thrilling wheel-to-wheel action is expected on the 12-turn track,
U.S. Press Release 2023-06-19 ABB invests $6 million in new Virginia manufacturing facility ABB announced today it has opened a new, manufacturing, distribution, and repair center in Mechanicsville, Virginia, to support its Motion Traction business. ABB’s Motion Traction division offers a comprehensive range of high-performance products for use in passenger railway cars and e-mobility commercial vehicles. From individual components to highly integrated traction systems, the product
Press release 2023-06-14 ABB and Perenti collaboration awarded all-electric mine study from Australian operator IGO The collaboration setup by ABB and mining services group Perenti has been awarded its first contract by Australian mine operator IGO Ltd. to provide an all-electric mine study for the full underground electrification of IGO’s Cosmos Nickel Project in Western Australia.
Group press release 2023-06-12 ABB strengthens smart home technology portfolio with acquisition of Eve Systems ABB today announced the acquisition of Eve Systems GmbH, a Munich-based leader of smart home products with operations in Europe and the United States. The transaction will make ABB a leader in smart home products based on Matter and Thread, the new interoperating standard and wireless connectivity technology. The combined offer will accelerate ABB’s delivery of safe, smart and energy efficient
U.S. Press Release 2023-06-12 ABB E-mobility expands solutions for public and fleet EV charging in North America ABB E-mobility, a leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, today announces the latest additions to its already robust North American charging portfolio, further supporting the growing needs of EV charging operations nationwide. Public charging solutions Sales of EVs in the United States reached over 900,00001 in 2022, with figures up 45% during the first quarter of 2023, and are on
U.S. Press Release 2023-06-08 ABB Robotics opens US Packaging and Logistics Headquarters ABB today officially opened its new Robotics Packaging and Logistics Headquarters, located north of Atlanta in Alpharetta, Georgia. The new facility will serve as ABB‘s dedicated center for robotic automation solutions in the logistics and packaging industries. “We are delighted to open our new Robotics Packaging and Logistics Headquarters in Greater Atlanta, home to some of the world’s largest
U.S. Press Release 2023-05-31 ABB expands relationship with JD Martin across Alabama, Florida and Georgia ABB Installation Products, formerly Thomas & Betts, is expanding its relationship with JD Martin, a leading electrical manufacturer representative in the United States. JD Martin now represents ABB Installation Products in Georgia, Alabama and the Florida Panhandle, in addition to its existing programs across Colorado, Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, Oklahoma, southern Mississippi, central and
U.S. Press Release 2023-05-18 ABB opens Robert M. Thomas Innovation Center in Memphis ABB Installation Products opens its $3 million Robert M. Thomas Innovation Center in Memphis, Tennessee, today to accelerate development of next generation electrification solutions. The 16,000-square-foot space brings together research and development, engineers, and product and training specialists to collaborate with customers on the design and testing of electrical products for a broad range
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