ABB 2025 latest product updates further lower the barrier to entry for automation.

ABB 2025 latest product updates further lower the barrier to entry for automation.

1. Industrial Robots: Three New Series Launch in China, Further Lowering the Barrier to Automation
In July 2025, ABB launched the Lite+, the next-generation IRB 1200, and the PoWa robot series for the Chinese market at its Shanghai Robotics Superfactory. All are equipped with the OmniCore™ controller platform, enabling deep integration of AI, sensors, and edge computing.
• Lite+: Focuses on basic handling and picking, with a modular design enabling deployment in as little as 60 minutes for small and medium-sized enterprises.
• Next-generation IRB 1200: 20% lighter and 15% faster, meeting high-precision requirements in applications such as consumer electronics and automotive electronics.
• PoWa collaborative robot: An industry-first collaborative speed of 5.8 m/s, code-free programming, and 60-minute "out-of-the-box" operation directly reduce labor and programming costs.
Currently, over 90% of ABB's robots sold in China are locally produced, fulfilling its long-term commitment to "In China, for China and the world."

II. Energy Management: Two Acquisitions + New SaaS Solutions Take Digital Energy Saving Further
• In January 2025, ABB announced the acquisition of Dutch energy management company Sensorfact, strengthening its SaaS-level AI-powered energy analysis and energy-saving recommendations. This follows the completion of its acquisition of US-based Lumin on January 14.
• Sensorfact's plug-and-play sensor + AI platform serves over 1,900 industrial customers and is expected to help users reduce annual energy consumption by an additional 8–12% after integration into the ABB Ability™ Energy Management Suite.
• ABB also released a new edition of its "High-Efficiency Motors and Drives White Paper," which indicates that global motor system upgrades can reduce electricity consumption by 10%.

III. Smart Home: Dual-Brand Whole-Home Solutions Redefine Security and Convenience
On August 21, ABB's Electrical Smart Building division launched its "One System, Two Engines, Three Horsemen" whole-home smart strategy:
• CR200 Modern Miniature Circuit Breaker: Millisecond-level interruption and a century of technological advancements lay the foundation for whole-home electrical safety.
• A912 Smart Door Lock: Palm vein biometric recognition + active defense alarms provide a contactless entry experience.
• Xianying Series Lighting: Supports scene linkage and voice control, and is compatible with mainstream IoT ecosystems.
The entire solution has an open API for rapid integration with third-party HVAC and security systems.

IV. Low-Voltage Motors: Three New IE5 Energy Efficiency Products Expand, Offering a Payback Period of <12 Months

Marking the 30th anniversary of Project Jiaolong's presence in China, ABB released three new IE5 energy-efficient products:

• M2BAF: Starting at 0.18 kW, it caters to fan and pump OEMs, offering a 12-month payback period.

• M2QA-FB: A dedicated dust-proof explosion-proof motor, the preferred choice for dusty environment safety upgrades in the food industry.

• M2JAX: High power density and low vibration meet the heavy-duty, long-cycle operation requirements of ports, mines, and other applications.

Compared to the previous generation, the new IE5 series offers a 20°C lower temperature rise and a 30% longer lifespan. It has been awarded the CAIMRS 2025 China Automation New Quality Product Award.

V. About ABB
ABB is a technology leader in electrical and automation, committed to driving the energy revolution and industrial digitalization. The Group operates in more than 100 countries and regions around the world, with approximately 110,000 employees.