ABB Company

ABB's history can be traced back to the late 19th century. Asea was founded in 1883 in Sweden, specializing in electrical engineering and manufacturing of electrical equipment. BBC Brown Boveri was established in 1891 in Switzerland and focused on power generation, electrical engineering, and heavy electrical equipment.

ABB operates in four main business areas:

1. Electrification: ABB provides a wide range of products and solutions for electrical installation, distribution, and automation. This includes low-voltage and medium-voltage products, control systems, building automation systems, and smart grids.

2. Industrial Automation: ABB offers automation products and solutions for various industries, including process industries (such as oil and gas, chemicals, and mining), discrete manufacturing (such as automotive and electronics), and transportation. The company's offerings include control systems, robotics, modular automation systems, and industrial software solutions.

3. Motion: ABB produces a wide range of motors, generators, drives, and robotics solutions for industrial applications. The company's products are used in various sectors, including manufacturing, oil and gas, mining, and transportation.

4. Robotics & Discrete Automation: ABB is one of the leading manufacturers of industrial robots. The company's robots are used in manufacturing processes across different industries, including automotive, electronics, and food and beverage. ABB's robotics division also offers solutions for machine automation and digitalization.

ABB has a global presence, with operations in more than 100 countries. The company has a strong focus on research and development, aiming to drive technological advancements in areas such as artificial intelligence, digitalization, and sustainable solutions.