Modern robotics technology from ABB is assisting Renault Group in automating its manufacturing network for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers across multiple important markets. Over the past 24 months, ABB has delivered the bulk of the 160 units in the big industrial robot range.
At the state-of-the-art e-motor assembly lines operated by Renault Group in Cleon and Douai, France, ABB’s robotic automation technologies will aid in delivering enhanced capacity. The next generation of electric cars will be produced at the company’s Douai site with the use of cutting-edge body-in-white facilities.
The orders solidify ABB’s position as one of the largest EV manufacturing technology providers to Renault Group and highlight ABB’s technology and solutions that support the entire production process. The orders support Renault Group’s transformative “Renaulution” strategy to generate sustainable profitability.
ABB offers over 50 additional software applications from its extensive library in addition to its large selection of industrial robots. SafeMove software offers safety-rated supervision of robot motion, enabling leaner automation cells and improved collaboration.
The Robotics division of ABB is a major supplier of technologies for EV body-in-white, painting, sealing, battery and powertrain assembly. It is also a market leader in providing electric truck, bus, and passenger car charging solutions.
One of the top manufacturers of robotics and machine automation in the world, ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation offers a wide range of integrated robots, autonomous mobile robots, and machine automation systems. It has over 100 sites and 11,000 employees in 53 countries.
