ABB provides a complete range of robots for Nobia ’ s new , high-tech kitchen factory
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ABB Robotics has been selected by Nobia - the leading kitchen specialist in Europe – to supply robotic automation solutions for their new factory in Jönköping , Sweden . By securing the contract , ABB Robotics furthers its expansion into new industry segments , helping to make production more efficient and sustainable .
“ ABB ’ s contribution to Nobia ’ s new state-of-the-art factory clearly illustrates how we are helping companies unlock flexible automation to transform their business , supporting with unique global industry expertise and innovative , tailormade products ,” said Andrea Cassoni , Managing Director , General Industry , ABB Robotics . “ Working with Nobia , our robotics solutions will enable fast mass-production of customized kitchens , meeting consumers ’ increased
We are very excited about this partnership with ABB . We are building a futureproof , high-capacity factory that will support our leading position .
demand for tailored and personalized product choices ”.
The supply of ABB robots will enable Nobia to achieve its vision for more flexible and more automated manufacturing that ’ s capable of producing customized products at scale . By taking on the dull , dirty and sometimes dangerous tasks , the range of robots will enable Nobia ’ s workers to take on safer , more rewarding work . The robots included are IRB 7600 , ideal for heavy applications , IRB 4600 , a generalpurpose robot that increases production capacity and improves productivity , and IRB 6700 , the highest-performance robot in the 150 – 300-kilogram class which , on average , takes about 2.5 tons per day off the shoulders of an employee . The robots will enable the factory to produce customized cabinets with 75-80 % higher efficiency ( time ) in comparison to nonautomated processes .
Combining ABB ’ s technological leadership in automation with Nobia ’ s segment insights and knowledge of their customers ’ needs , the relationship will