ABB Robotics to Unveil OmniCore's Power and Future Automation Innovations at Automate 2025

A New Era Begins: ABB's OmniCore Steals the Show at Automate 2025

Detroit, buckle up! With anticipation building for Automate 2025, ABB Robotics is set to make a splash, and they’re bringing some serious tech to the table. From May 12–15 at Huntington Place, ABB will showcase a dynamic series of robotic demonstrations — with the spotlight on the revolutionary new OmniCore controller. This platform promises faster, more precise, and highly autonomous automation across ABB’s entire lineup of robots.

OmniCore: The Pulse of Future-Ready Automation

This is no minor update. The full U.S. launch of OmniCore marks a major leap forward in automation. Designed for efficient commissioning and programming, it delivers a major boost in performance. Backed by a $170 million investment, the platform reflects ABB’s deep commitment to driving the future of robotics. At its core is a unique single architecture that unifies ABB’s entire hardware and software portfolio — delivering versatile, future-ready automation in a simplified and scalable package.

Scalability Redefined: One Platform, Endless Possibilities

OmniCore’s true strength lies in its modularity. Whether you're deploying a single collaborative robot or managing multi-robot production cells, this platform adapts with ease. It's scalable, flexible, and seamlessly integrates ABB’s full product range — from heavy-duty industrial robots to agile mobile robots and cobots. It also supports AI, sensor technologies, and both cloud and edge computing — building automation ecosystems that genuinely collaborate.

A Legacy of Innovation: Driving Robotics Forward

ABB isn’t new to innovation — they’ve led the way for decades. The launch of OmniCore is just the latest milestone in a legacy that began with the first microprocessor-controlled robot in 1974. From robotic perception to AI-driven manipulation and intelligent mobility, ABB continues to set the pace for industrial automation evolution.

Powering the Future: Intelligent Automation for Automotive Production

ABB’s booth will spotlight intelligent, high-speed solutions for OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in automotive. The IRB 7710 SFX robot will demonstrate press tending at 15 strokes per minute, with tilt and shift capabilities for maximum flexibility. The IRB 5720 + SpotPack will highlight a pre-assembled spot-welding package using ABB’s 9-series servo gun, while the IRB 6720 + SpotInspect performs automated ultrasonic inspection of spot welds. Also featured: the Flexley Mover AMR, using Visual SLAM AI for intelligent real-time material handling.

AI in Motion: Robotic Parcel Induction

ABB introduces the Robotic Parcel Inductor, a powerful new solution for logistics. Combining the IRB 2600 robot with advanced AI vision, it efficiently picks and inducts mixed parcels by volume — ideal for high-mix, high-volume logistics environments.

Vision Made Simple: Preview of Integrated Vision 2.0

ABB will preview Integrated Vision 2.0, launching in November 2025. Designed to cut vision setup times from days to hours, this solution will provide full visualization in RobotStudio®, drastically streamlining the fine-tuning process for vision-based applications.

Smarter Collaboration: GoFa Takes on Real-World Jobs

ABB’s GoFa cobot will demonstrate its versatility across five stations. See GoFa (10 kg) with Easy Teach simplify welding, GoFa (12 kg) + OmniVance cell cut machine-tending cycle times, and GoFa (5 kg) with Force Control achieve perfect sanding finishes. Watch GoFa (12 kg) switch between laser welding and cleaning via IPG LightWELD, and see GoFa (5 kg) + LabX software streamline lab sample processing.

Service that Performs: Smarter Support for ABB Robots

ABB is also focused on robot longevity and efficiency. Their energy efficiency service can reduce energy use by up to 30%, yielding major cost and carbon savings. Meanwhile, their modernization program extends robot lifespan and productivity through targeted upgrades.

Digital Corner: Automation Unshrouded from Seed to Scale

Explore ABB’s digital ecosystem, including the AppStudio toolbox for users of all experience levels. With RobotStudio + AR Viewer, simulate and program in a virtual environment. Use AppStudio + Online Path Planning to create no-code custom interfaces, and leverage OptiFact + Data Services to monitor and analyze factory-wide robotics data with precision.

Hands-on Learning: STEM Education with GoFa Cobot Cell

In the Education Pavilion, ABB introduces its turnkey Education Package, featuring a ready-to-use GoFa cobot cell, curriculum resources, and globally recognized STEM certifications. It’s a complete solution to help schools inspire tomorrow’s automation professionals.

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