ABB India Expands Manufacturing with New Line for Energy-Efficient Drives
ABB India has launched a new production line for variable speed drive (VSD) modules at its Peenya factory in Bengaluru, increasing local drive production capacity by about 25%. The expansion supports ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Make in India’ initiatives, uses advanced automation and robotics, and reduces lead times by up to 40%, catering to diverse industries including buildings, data centers, water, cement, and metals.
ABB India has enhanced its manufacturing capabilities by introducing a state-of-the-art production line for Variable Speed Drive (VSD) modules at its Peenya facility in Bengaluru. This upgrade increases local drive production capacity by approximately 25%, aligning with national initiatives such as ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Make in India’. The new line features advanced automation, robotics, and digital monitoring systems that boost productivity, ensure product quality, reduce manual handling, and improve worker safety. Designed to meet Industry 4.0 standards, it employs sensor-based tools for precise component placement, enabling high-speed and large-batch production with real-time operational visibility. This expansion delivers large power-rated drives tailored for multiple sectors including buildings, data centers, water management, cement, and metal industries. It also enables made-to-order customization and aims to reduce lead times by up to 40%, providing faster and more flexible delivery to customers across India. ABB highlights this development as a significant milestone celebrating 20 years of drive production in India and 50 years of global innovation in variable speed drives. Company leaders emphasize the role of these energy-efficient drives in supporting India's sustainability goals and industrial growth, helping industries enhance energy efficiency while improving reliability and agility through localization and cutting-edge technology.
