New Atomizer Boosts Paint Shop Capabilities
A new paint atomizer has been launched to revolutionize automotive paint shops by ABB. The RB 100i-S atomizer, mounted on top of the robot, improves transfer efficiency by up to 10% and reduces paint waste by at least 30%, leading to a decrease in carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions compared to its predecessor. Additionally, the efficiency gains can provide substantial cost savings.
"Major automotive manufacturers have committed to carbon-neutral factories by 2035, leaving no stone unturned in their mission to achieve these targets," said Marc Segura, president of the robotics division. "We are continuously developing products to help companies achieve sustainability targets. This new atomizer is just one example of how we are expanding our portfolio to meet the challenges ahead."
The atomizer helps reduce CO2 and volatile organic compounds (VOC) emissions by decreasing paint waste and improving energy efficiency in paint shops. For a factory producing 200,000 cars annually, utilizing 2.5 liters of paint per vehicle, the atomizer can save 50,000 liters of paint, equating to $500,000 in direct savings.1
Customers can order the atomizer with a new robot or purchase a service kit to upgrade existing systems, further supporting the circular economy and extending product lifespan.
This new technology, alongside other robotic solutions, helps manufacturers achieve a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. For example, the robotics energy efficiency service provides up to 30% energy savings, while the OmniCore™ controller reduces energy consumption by up to 20% in heavy-duty cycles.2 RobotStudio® Automatic Path Planning also cuts energy use by up to 30%.
Footnotes:
1Assuming an average price of $10 per liter of paint.
2Compared to the previous controller.
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