ABB will acquire @ASTI Mobile Robotics whose industry-leading Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) portfolio includes autonomous towing vehicles, goods-to-person, unit carriers and box movers as well as a comprehensive software offering, ranging from fleet management, vehicle and application control to navigation. These will be integrated with ABB’s portfolio of robots, machine automation, modular solutions and software suite including RobotStudio®, ABB Robotics’ simulation and programming tool, creating a unique and comprehensive automation portfolio for ABB’s customers.
Together ABB and ASTI Mobile Robotics Group offer domain expertise in manufacturing industries including automotive, food & beverage and consumer packaged goods as well as in new growth segments including logistics, retail and healthcare.