U.S. Press Release 2023-04-04 ABB invests $170 million in the U.S. ABB is accelerating its growth strategy in the United States by investing approximately $170 million and creating highly skilled jobs in manufacturing, innovation and distribution operations. ABB is committed to growing in the U.S. by investing in its electrification and automation businesses that meet increased demand from industry-leading customers, while supporting the clean energy transition
Press release 2023-03-30 ABB to add new US manufacturing facility to support grid hardening and resiliency ABB is reinforcing its commitment to the US market and Utility industry with the addition of a new manufacturing facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for its Installation Products Division, formerly Thomas & Betts. Planning and construction of the new 90,000 square-foot facility is underway and represents an investment of $40 million. The greenfield facility will create 55 new jobs in the area and
Press release 2023-03-16 Research reveals energy concerns impacting business competitiveness, the workforce and decarbonization Research shows that businesses around the world remain concerned about the impacts of energy security and prices, which could be a catalyst for a range of environmental, social and economic ripple effects. According to ABB Electrification’s Energy Insights survey1 of 2,300 leaders from small and large businesses across a range of sectors, 92 percent of respondents feel that the continuing
US Press Release 2023-03-16 ABB to expand Robotics factory in US Today, ABB strengthened its commitment to one of its largest customer markets – the US – with construction starting on the expansion of its existing North American robotics headquarters and manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The project is expected to be completed in November 2023 and represents an investment of $20 million. The expansion will create 72 highly skilled new jobs in
US Press Release 2023-02-21 New ABB Relay Retrofit Program to modernize protection and control system Since the 1980s, ABB has installed more than 700,000 SPACOM relays used for power system protection and reliable power system operation world-wide. With the older generation of relays now aging, ABB has been actively developing new technology and expanding its service portfolio to replace select SPACOM relay types with REX610 relays. REX610 is the first all-in-one protection relay to support all
US Press Release 2023-02-06 Renewable energy, grid hardening, and digitalization solutions unveiled at DISTRIBUTECH 2023 ABB will showcase innovative solutions designed for the utility industry that facilitate more efficient, sustainable energy delivery at DISTRIBUTECH International, a leading annual transmission and distribution event. DISTRIBUTECH takes place in San Diego, California, February 7-9. Decision makers for the utility industry are facing mounting pressure to balance demands on the grid with
US Press Release 2023-02-06 ABB Building Solutions Unveils New Digital Tools for System Integrators ABB Building Solutions will unveil a comprehensive ecosystem of digitally connected tools with data-driven insights to increase sales efficiency for System Integrators at the 2023 AHR Expo in Atlanta, GA. The digital automation and controls solutions enable building owners, facility managers and installers to meet their sustainability, occupant comfort and safety, building energy-efficiency, and
Press release 2023-01-30 ABB E-mobility delivers millionth EV charger ABB E-mobility has announced the delivery of its one millionth electric vehicle charger, the latest milestone in the company’s ongoing mission to enable an emission-free future through smart and reliable EV charging solutions. With a presence in more than 85 markets, the launch of ABB E-mobility’s new $30 million, 172,200 square foot production facility in Valdarno, Italy in 2022, completed a
Press release 2023-01-20 ABB E-mobility begins production of EV chargers in South Carolina ABB E-mobility, a leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, today announces that production of EV chargers has commenced at its recently announced manufacturing operations in Columbia, South Carolina. This will significantly reduce delivery and lead times for DC fast-chargers in the US, enabling charging developers, owners, and operators to deploy reliable chargers more quickly. A
Group press release 2023-01-06 New ABB E-mobility home charging solution helps drivers realize their sustainable mobility goals ABB E-mobility has today unveiled its new Terra Home charging solution at CES 2023, the world’s most influential tech event in Las Vegas. Set to go on sale later this year, the Terra Home ushers in the next generation of consumer choice for residential EV charging. The innovative design will enable users to make the best possible use of their renewable energy sources to further reduce their carbon