ABB Robotics has recently launched its Energy Efficiency Service, a comprehensive package of consulting, analysis, and tools designed to increase the energy efficiency of industrial robots. This service promises to reduce energy consumption by up to 30%, addressing the high energy costs that hinder the competitiveness of many manufacturers.
The Need for Energy Efficiency
Reducing energy use is an increasing priority for companies in the industry. According to a recent report from the Energy Efficiency Movement, more than 93% of the producers surveyed intend to invest in energy efficiency improvements over the next three years to reduce costs and demonstrate progress towards more sustainable activities.
Tools and Benefits of the Service
ABB’s Energy Efficiency Service combines its 50 years of experience in industrial robotics with a set of energy measurement tools, providing an easy way to assess and optimize the energy efficiency of robots.
The package includes three main tools:
• Standby Energy Optimization: An external tool that allows customers to evaluate the actual energy consumption of their robot and controller. The collected information is used to create a report that includes recommendations for saving energy and suggestions for optimizing performance.
• Program Optimization: Analyzes the robot’s operating program to identify areas where improvements can be made to save energy. It uses backup data from the robot to identify measures such as adjusting the programmed speed or movement paths.
• Energy Monitoring and Benchmarking: Allows continuous monitoring of the robot’s energy consumption and comparison with robots in similar applications. It provides data on energy consumption and recommendations for improving performance.
Impact and Future
The service not only helps reduce operating costs but also contributes to sustainability by minimizing the environmental impact of industrial operations. With the adoption of next-generation technologies, such as ABB‘s OmniCore controller, which offers 20% energy savings through energy regeneration and brake energy recovery functions, companies can move towards a more sustainable future.
ABB‘s Energy Efficiency Service has been implemented by several companies in different sectors to improve the energy efficiency of their industrial robots. Some of these companies include:
• Renfe: The Spanish railway company has adopted this service to optimize the performance of its industrial robots, reducing costs and improving the sustainability of its operations.
• Ikea: The Swedish furniture giant has implemented the service to improve energy efficiency in its production facilities, contributing to its sustainability goals.
• LafargeHolcim: This construction materials company has used ABB’s service to optimize energy consumption in its plants, improving operational efficiency and reducing its carbon footprint.
• Colgate: The well-known personal care products company has implemented the service to reduce energy consumption in its production lines, achieving significant savings in operating costs.
• Hilton: The hotel chain has adopted the service to improve the energy efficiency of its robots in maintenance and cleaning facilities, contributing to its sustainability efforts.
These companies have seen significant improvements in energy efficiency and have managed to reduce their operating costs, demonstrating the value of ABB‘s service.
The launch of ABB Robotics’ Energy Efficiency Service represents a significant advancement in the pursuit of energy efficiency and sustainability in the robotics industry. By providing personalized tools and analysis, ABB helps companies optimize the performance of their robots, reduce costs, and improve their competitiveness in an increasingly environmentally conscious market.
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