ABCO Enters VPP Agreement with ABB

ABCO Automation, Inc. (Browns Summit, NC), a designer and builder of high-end factory automation systems, has signed an authorized Value Provider Program (VPP) agreement with ABB Robotics (Auburn Hills, MI), a technology leader in electrification products, robotics and motion, industrial automation, and power grids. VPP is a global third-party channel program for panel builders, installers, machine builders, original equipment manufacturers, and system integrators. This program’s objective is to ensure that participating companies deliver services that reflect ABB’s leading level of quality.

“As a factory automation systems integrator, it is key that we have access to a wide range of high-end robotic systems,” stated Jack Walsh, the executive vice president of sales and marketing at ABCO. “Our designs run the gamut, and their robots can handle virtually every robotic application, including palletizing, machine tending, small parts assembly, picking, and material handling, as well as provide an array of payload and reach options. With this partnership agreement, they will train our engineers and sales representatives to become robot experts on dimension calculations, robot selection, quotes, and warranty claims. Our competence with their robots will not only give us a competitive advantage as a systems integrator, it will let us instruct our clients on the best deployment and maintenance of their robots.”

VPP provides channel partners with the most current and relevant information, allowing participants to better serve customers. The program extends partner access to the following channels and platforms:

• Local and global support network.
• High quality, channel-focused product integration training.
• Sales and quotation tools.
• ABB channel partners portal.

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