31 OCTOBER 2018

Making robot implementation simpler & more cost effective

The productivity puzzle

November 22, 2018 Slide 2

UK economic growth is being hampered by low productivity

• ~20% behind our main competitors

Work smarter, not harder

• Give our workforce the tools to be more productive

• Not tied to machines - use skills & attributes to add value

Automotive companies now produce 56% more per hour than in 2009

• Investment in new technology has been a major factor

Productivity in the UK

The opportunities

November 22, 2018 Slide 3

Yesterday: robots helped mainly bigger businesses Today: robots are helping smaller manufacturers

Simpler to install, program and use - robots will increasingly help small and medium sized businesses

Entry barriers are coming down

What makes ABB Robotics different?

November 22, 2018 Slide 4

Our unique offering

An enormous range of complete solutions from one trusted brand.

Software Robots Complete systems

Equipment Comprehensive services Cells, function packages

Flexible value steps to solve customer needs

November 22, 2018 Slide 5

Modular solutions with value step approach

Added Value

Added Value

Robot & ControllerRobotWare & ProcessWareRobotStudio & PowerPac

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Process equipmentPeripheralsExternal axes

Safety equipmentPallet and pedestalCell control software

Bespoke solutionsCustomized cells

Engineered Solutions

Products with options

Added Value

Function Packages

Standard Cells

Modularity

Wide range of products

Robots: Overview

November 22, 2018 Slide 6

6 Axis Robots Dedicated 4 Axis Robots Paint Robots

• Comprehensive range from 500g to 1000kg payload capacity• Robust, rigid, reliable, easy to use• Protection with IP67, Clean Room, Foundry Plus, Foundry Prime, Wash Down

Collaborative Robots

Delivering Power and Value

Software

November 22, 2018 Slide 7

Reduced risk of operator mistakes

Less need for Training

Application customization

– Easy to use Programming Interfaces

– Easy to use Operator Interfaces

Easy to use, low cost software for visualization and offline programming

– Create a common view in the planning stage

– Verify tooling and fixtures in the design stage

– Program robots faster in the start-up stage

– Modify programs without downtime in the production stage

RobotWare - Ease of Use

RobotStudio – Simulation and Offline Programming

Fully Integrated with your Robot

Robot Process & Application Equipment

November 22, 2018 Slide 8

Positioners Gearboxes Grippers

Integrated Vision Force Control Dress Packs

Global Standardized Robot-based Solutions

Modular Manufacturing Cells and Function Packages

November 22, 2018 Slide 9

FlexArc Machining FunPack FlexMT

RacerPack PalletPack FlexWasher

Shelbourne Reynolds, Suffolk

November 22, 2018 Slide 10

ABB’s FlexArc cell used for complex welding operations in production of articulated hedge cutting attachments for tractors.

Key drivers and benefits

✓ Skilled workers can be used for other production processes

✓ Reduced welding times by 66 percent

✓ Improved product quality to a stronger and more aesthetic standard

✓ Increased flexibility – cell is also used for grain strippers and subassemblies for combine harvester heads

The application

“Having a combination of automated and manual production facilities really gives us the best of both worlds.”

Michael Scarfe, Manufacturing Manager

Castings PLC, West Midlands

November 22, 2018 Slide 11

21 ABB FlexMT robot cells are tending grinding machines used in the manufacture of iron and iron alloy castings for the automotive industry.

Key drivers

✓ Easy programming – cell can be changed over to

handle different parts in just 10 minutes

✓ Improved Health & Safety

✓ Cells are now working 24 hours a day

✓ Output has increased by 50%

✓ Improved worker effectiveness – 1 person can

handle 4 machines compared to 2 previously

The application

Machine tending robots cut cycle times and improve output for metals manufacturer

Fully integrated with feedline, robot and camera

Collaborative robots

November 22, 2018 Slide 12

Opening up new opportunities

High potential especially companies that haven’t

considered robotic automation before

Removing the fear factor

• Easier to install & use

• More flexibility

• Less impact on existing production facilities

Working side-by-side with humans

Task distribution between human and robot -

sharing tasks for agility

• Complex tasks assigned to the human worker

• Repetitive tasks assigned to the robot

The cost of not automating

November 22, 2018 Slide 13

“If you need a machine and don't buy it, then you will ultimately find that you have paid for it, but don't have it”

Henry Ford

Operates reliably every hour and every day

Provides opportunity for unmanned operations

Maximises utilisation of other machines

Allows staff to be utilised where their skills and attributes are more effective

– Manual operations often do not add value to product

Produces high quality for many years (often >10 years)

In the last 15 years, labour cost has doubled, whilst robot cost has halved

Standard cells are easier to finance

Significant upfront costs but…

Want to start making a switch to robots?

November 22, 2018 Slide 14

Attend a Switch to Robots seminar at ABB Robotics, Milton Keynes

Read our Case Study booklet

Book us to walk around your factory to see whether you could benefit from robotic automation

UK manufacturing must be competitive

Success requires investment in equipment

• Flexibility is required -> robot automation

“Sweat the assets, not the people”