ABB

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ABB in the United States

Engineered for America

ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. We help industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this ‘Engineered to Outrun’. The United States is a key market for ABB, where it has significantly expanded its operations through strategic acquisitions and investments. Employing thousands across the nation, ABB’s U.S. footprint is marked by 100 years of technological breakthroughs and industry firsts.

ABB is Investing in the United States

The U.S. represents ABB’s largest single growth market, which is why we’ve invested more than $14 billion here since 2010. In addition to plant expansions, ABB has dramatically expanded its US operations with acquisitions including Baldor (motors), Thomas & Betts (low-voltage products), and General Electric Industrial Solutions (electrification products).

This “Engineered for America” series highlights our growth strategy across the U.S.

ABB Locations

With around ~17,000 people, ABB has nearly 40 manufacturing, distribution, and operational facilities across 20 US states including nine major R&D centers. ABB has a presence in all 50 states. Today, approximately 80 percent of the products ABB sells in the US are manufactured in the US.

Meet Our Three Focused Leading Businesses

Electrification, Motion and Automation: discover how our three business areas and the divisions they comprise push the boundaries of technology, driving innovation and value for customers every day.

Electrification

The world needs more power with lower emissions. As a global technology leader in electrical distribution and management, we bring electrification solutions together to accelerate decarbonization and increase energy efficiency.

Motion

ABB, global leader in motors and drives, is at the core of accelerating a more productive and sustainable future. We innovate and push the boundaries of technology to contribute to energy-efficient, decarbonizing, and circular solutions for customers, industries, and societies.

Automation

ABB’s Process Automation business offers a broad range of solutions for process and hybrid industries, including industry-specific integrated automation, electrification and digital solutions, control technologies, software and advanced services, as well as measurement & analytics, and marine offerings.

Our Commitment to America

Manufacturing Excellence: Strengthening American Supply Chains

ABB’s local-for-local manufacturing strategy brings production closer to customers, strengthening supply chain resilience and meeting Build America, Buy America (BABAA) requirements. Our integrated facilities combine manufacturing, engineering, and distribution under one roof—reducing lead times, lowering costs, and delivering faster, more responsive service to American businesses.

Key Stats:

• ~40 manufacturing & distribution facilities nationwide
• 10 R&D locations across 20 states
• Presence in all 50 states
• ~$500M invested from 2022 to 2024

Customer Innovation: Designed Around the Customers

ABB’s U.S. facilities aren’t just production sites—they’re collaboration hubs where customers work side-by-side with our engineers to test applications, validate solutions, and accelerate deployment. Customer Experience Centers, Application Labs, and R&D facilities enable hands-on innovation that moves beyond theory to real-world results. By bringing engineering, manufacturing, service, and support together, we solve problems faster and build deeper partnerships.

Key Features:

• Customer Experience Centers
• Application & Testing Labs
• R&D Facilities
• Real-world demonstration spaces

People & Communities: Investing in America’s Workforce

ABB’s U.S. operations support thousands of high-skill, high-quality jobs—offering careers, not just roles—in advanced manufacturing, engineering, sustainability, and operations. We partner with schools, technical colleges, universities, and community organizations to build STEM pipelines, create internship opportunities, and develop the next generation of American manufacturing talent. Our employees benefit from a culture that encourages innovation, career mobility, and continuous learning.

Key Commitments:

• Thousands of high-skill jobs nationwide
• STEM partnerships & workforce development
• Career growth & continuous learning
• Community investment & engagement

For more information, visit our website.