Leveraging advanced technologies to promote social progress

ABB’s technologies promote social progress by supporting people in accomplishing challenging tasks and creating new job opportunities. Our robotics and automation solutions help workplaces reduce time spent on the most challenging elements and streamline their operations, thereby empowering workers and reducing costs. 

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ABB’s GoFa cobots are collaborative robots for close and safe collaboration between human and robot.

Used at a sheltered workshop by the social enterprise AMAB, the GoFa cobots are supporting workers with disabilities in performing tasks that would otherwise be difficult for them due to physical or cognitive challenges. The GoFa augments human capabilities, allowing employees to focus on tasks that require creativity and problem-solving, while the robots handle routine operations. By handling repetitive or physically demanding tasks, the GoFa cobots empower workers to take on more complex roles that were previously inaccessible. This initiative showcases how automation and robotics can play a key role in social integration, creating new job opportunities and improving the quality of life for people with disabilities.

Our robotics and automation solutions have also been used to make the construction of affordable housing more cost-effective and sustainable. ABB has partnered with AUAR, an innovative technology start-up based in the UK, to reduce key aspects of construction through automation, thereby streamlining the building process and reducing labor costs.

ABB robots are used in assembly of modular, prefabricated units, meaning homes can be quickly assembled with fewer resources, leading to less material waste. Simultaneously, ABB is providing solutions that reduce energy demand, integrating smart technologies into the housing units so that homeowners are able to optimize power use. 

This collaboration represents a significant step forward in the construction industry’s transformation, demonstrating how robotics and sustainable design can be combined to address both housing shortages and environmental challenges. By making affordable housing more accessible and eco-friendly, ABB and AUAR are setting a new standard for sustainable urban development. 

As a leading technology company, ABB understands the importance of up-skilling the workforce of tomorrow.

ABB is encouraging social progress by fostering education and innovation around robotics. In collaboration with New Age Makers’ Institute of Technology (NAMTECH), ABB will provide programs and resources for individuals and organizations in India to enhance knowledge and skills-building in robotics, automation, and digital technologies. NAMTECH and ABB Robotics have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a School of Robotics aimed at advancing robotics education and fostering innovation in the field. The school will be opened in 2025.

The goal is to support the development of a skilled workforce capable of addressing the challenges of the digital era across various sectors, including manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare. The school will offer a range of educational opportunities, including certification courses, hands-on training, and advanced robotics workshops. These programs are designed to equip students, professionals, and businesses with the expertise needed to navigate the growing demand for automation and robotics solutions across various industries.

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