On October 24, we proudly launched our first Robotics Day at ABI, in partnership with ABB Robotics Canada. This groundbreaking seminar was an invaluable opportunity for industry professionals to delve into the transformative role of robotics in bakery processes and to explore the numerous advantages it can bring in terms of product quality, consistency and industrial performance.
Exploring the Potential of Robotics
ABB Robotics kicked off the seminar by leveraging their extensive experience in the Robotics field to discuss how they are successfully penetrating various industries with their advanced robotic solutions. Nicolas Durand, VP & Managing Director at ABB Robotics Canada, also went through several customer cases to show various robotics applications to attendees. Following this, Alexandre GOASMAT, Product Manager and Felix PANG Customer Solution Engineer for ABI, stepped up to focus more specifically on how robotics can streamline bakery operations, improve efficiency, and enhance product quality. With over a decade of experience in the baking industry, they introduced innovative solutions tailored to meet the unique challenges currently facing the sector including industrial performance, product quality and sustainability.
Ensuring seamless robotics integration
Implementing a robot in your bakery operations can be daunting and come with its own set of challenges. The ABI team outlined the essential steps for ensuring seamless integration into your existing processes. They insisted on how both customers and equipment integrators have to work together in order to make it work. A key focus was on ABB's Robot Studio tool, a powerful software that allows for robotic system simulations. This tool provides a 3D model of the robotic system, helping to anticipate any unknown variables and facilitating a smoother transition to automation.
Live Demonstrations in Action
One of the key features of Robotics Day was the live demonstrations showcasing state-of-the-art robotic systems. Participants had the chance to see these machines in action, gaining firsthand experience of how robotics can transform their baking practices.
We extend our appreciation to all the participants and our partner ABB Robotics Canada for co-hosting this event with us.
About:
Since 1989, ABI has helped industrial bakeries across the globe decrease their operating costs, increase their yields, and make better food more efficiently. Based in Toronto, Canada, ABI is home to roughly 80 team members including a deep roster of engineering, technical, and production experts. With a satisfied network of customers across five continents, ABI is the leading designer and manufacturer of bagel make-up equipment and a pioneer in robotics for bakeries. ABI equipment produces many well-loved baked goods, from bagels to pretzels, pizzas to sweet goods. ABI prides itself on its robust design and build quality and continues to innovate around the “bakery of the future.” For more information: www.abiltd.com
ABB Robotics as one of the world’s leading robotics and machine automation suppliers, is the only company with a comprehensive and integrated portfolio covering robots, Autonomous Mobile Robots and machine automation solutions, designed and orchestrated by our value-creating software. We help companies of all sizes and sectors - from automotive to electronics and logistics – become more resilient, flexible and efficient. ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation supports customers in the transition towards the connected and collaborative factory of the future. The business area employs approximately 11,000 people at over 100 locations in approximately 53 countries.
