Photoneo said its Bin Picking Studio, involved in the collaboration, combines 3D vision hardware and intelligent software for easy setup of robotic picking. | Source: Photoneo
Photoneo recently joined the ABB Robotics Ecosystem. Photoneo said this collaboration marks a milestone in making advanced robotics technology more accessible and efficient for manufacturers worldwide.
With the partnership, Photoneo will integrate its 3D vision-guided robotics systems into ABB Robotics One, ABB’s unified robotics portal, and its OmniCore controller. This will include both Photoneo’s Locator Studio and Bin Picking Studio.
This collaboration is all about enhancing user experience, Photoneo said. It will provide its customers with a unified platform that can simplify the deployment of complex robotic applications. By combining Photoneo’s cutting-edge 3D vision technology with ABB’s robust robotics infrastructure, the collaboration enables manufacturers to implement sophisticated automation solutions with ease, the companies claim.
Founded in 2013, Photoneo started with CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor) technology for scanning without vibration interference and then moved to parallel structured light, said Daniel. The Bratislava, Slovakia-based company has served the automotive industry, which has significant production in that country. In December 2024, 2D and 3D sensor provider Zebra Technologies acquired the unit from Photoneo Brightpick Group.
ABB Robotics is a leading provider of industrial robots, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and machine automation. In April, ABB Group announced plans to spin off the division, which employs about 11,000 people at more than 100 locations in 53 countries. This includes its North American headquarters in Auburn Hills, Mich.
More about the technologies involved in the collaboration
The integration leverages ABB’s OmniCore technology, including its Add-in, Wizard, and WebApp capabilities. ABB said these platforms empower users to streamline operations and enhance productivity directly within the ABB Robotics Ecosystem. This unified approach eliminates traditional integration complexities, allowing businesses to focus on optimizing their manufacturing processes rather than managing multiple disparate systems.
The other technologies involved in the collaboration are the Locator Studio and Bin Picking Studio. These are Photoneo’s flagship 3D vision-guided robotics systems. The company designed them to handle complex industrial applications with precision and reliability. These systems enable robots to accurately identify, locate, and manipulate objects in challenging environments, making them ideal for applications ranging from automated assembly to logistics and warehousing, Photoneo said.
Photoneo said the integration into ABB’s ecosystem makes these tools more accessible than ever, with streamlined setup processes and enhanced compatibility with existing ABB robotic systems.
Learn from ABB at RoboBusiness
ABB Robotics will be participating in RoboBusiness 2025, which will be on Oct. 15-16 at the Santa Clara Convention Center. On the first day of the show, Thomas-Tianwei Wang, lead AI application engineer at ABB, will deliver a talk titled “How AI Enhances ABB’s Robot Performance.”
During this session, Wang will explore how AI is being integrated across ABB’s diverse robot portfolio to further boost performance and adaptability. He will highlight applications in multiple sectors and form factors and explain how AI-driven innovations are enhancing efficiency, precision, and versatility in real-world deployments.
This year’s conference will also include a startup workshop, the annual Pitchfire competition, and numerous networking opportunities. More than 100 exhibitors on the show floor will showcase the latest enabling technologies, products, and services to help solve robotics development challenges.
RoboBusiness will be co-located with DeviceTalks West, which focuses on medical technology professionals. Registration is now open.
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