Automated Surface Finishing Cell
Built by ABB · Switzerland
The Automated Surface Finishing Cell is a Industrial Arm developed by ABB (Switzerland), launched 2026. Key specifications: arm class small payload, controller GoFa collaborative robot controller (likely C30 or equivalent, not explicitly stated), programming teach pendant,proprietary app, safety cert. CE, EU Machinery Directive.
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Overview
New automated surface finishing cell.
Flagship features
- **Unique Selling Point:** First fully automated sanding and polishing cell from ABB; turnkey, plug-and-play solution for SMEs
- **Key Differentiators:** No robotics expertise required; programming time reduced by up to 90% using Wizard Easy Programming
- **Ease of Use:** Tablet-style interface with lead-through 3D path recording, 2D preset path creation, and intuitive path editing
- **Safety:** Fully CE-certified (EU Machinery Directive); includes all safety components
- **Productivity:** Increases throughput, reduces scrap and rework, and integrates dust extraction for a cleaner workspace
- **Market Context:** Addresses the skill shortage in manufacturing (1.9 million unfilled jobs by 2033 per Deloitte)
Buyer decision signals
Viability
ABB launches IRB 1100 harsh-environment version
Specifications
Category: Industrial Arm- Arm class
- small payload
- Controller
- GoFa collaborative robot controller (likely C30 or equivalent, not explicitly stated)
- Programming
- teach pendant,proprietary app
- Safety cert.
- CE, EU Machinery Directive
- Industries
- general_manufacturing
Company profile
- Founded
- 1988
Detailed specifications
Safety & certifications1
- Dual Check Safety
- true
Other12
- Industries
- general_manufacturing
- Applications
- polishing,grinding
- Sub Category
- finishing
- Price Currency
- USD
- Company Country
- SE
- Price On Request
- true
- Iot Cloud Platform
- ABB Ability (likely integrated, but not explicitly stated for this cell)
- Teach Pendant Type
- wireless_tablet
- Primary Applications
- deburring_polishing,other
- Additional Information
- - **Unique Selling Point:** First fully automated sanding and polishing cell from ABB; turnkey, plug-and-play solution for SMEs. - **Key Differentiators:** No robotics expertise required; programming time reduced by up to 90% using Wizard Easy Programming. - **Ease of Use:** Tablet-style interface with lead-through 3D path recording, 2D preset path creation, and intuitive path editing. - **Safety:** Fully CE-certified (EU Machinery Directive); includes all safety components. - **Productivity:** Increases throughput, reduces scrap and rework, and integrates dust extraction for a cleaner workspace. - **Market Context:** Addresses the skill shortage in manufacturing (1.9 million unfilled jobs by 2033 per Deloitte). - **Part of Larger Ecosystem:** ABB Robotics offers a comprehensive AI-powered portfolio including robots, cobots, and AMRs. - **Target Customer:** Small and medium-size enterprises (SMEs) with no in-house robotics expertise.
- Service Network Density
- global
- Offline Programming Software
- Robotmaster
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Company milestones
- Apr 2024LaunchABB launches IRB 1100 harsh-environment version
- Feb 2021LaunchABB launches SWIFTI CRB 1100
- Mar 2013LaunchABB launches IRB 6700 family
- 2024LaunchABB launches IP67-rated IRB 1100 for harsh environments
- 2023MilestoneUltra Accuracy feature announced for GoFa cobots
- 2023LaunchABB launches OmniVance Collaborative Surface Finishing Cell
- 2023LaunchABB adds GoFa 10 and GoFa 12 variants
- 2023LaunchABB launches higher-payload GoFa variants
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In the news
- ABB Robotics Launches New Automated Surface Finishing Cell
Metrology and Quality News · May 11, 2026
- ABB Robotics launches new automated surface finishing cell
ABB · Apr 30, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Automated Surface Finishing Cell?
- The Automated Surface Finishing Cell is developed by ABB, based in Switzerland.
- What type of robot is the Automated Surface Finishing Cell?
- The Automated Surface Finishing Cell is a Industrial Arm made by ABB.
- How much does the Automated Surface Finishing Cell cost?
- Pricing for the Automated Surface Finishing Cell is not publicly listed — contact ABB for a quote.
- When was the Automated Surface Finishing Cell launched?
- The Automated Surface Finishing Cell was launched in 2026.
- What are the key specifications of the Automated Surface Finishing Cell?
- Key specifications of the Automated Surface Finishing Cell: arm class small payload, controller GoFa collaborative robot controller (likely C30 or equivalent, not explicitly stated), programming teach pendant,proprietary app, safety cert. CE, EU Machinery Directive, industries general_manufacturing.
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