THE MICROTECHNOLOGY INFORMATION PORTAL / THE TRADE SHOW
10.12.2024
C - Automation
ABBs' paint atomization technology selected by Mazda to accelerate sustainability
ABBs’ latest RB1000i-S high-transfer efficiency paint atomizers have been installed at Mazda’s Ujina plant, Japan as the automotive manufacturer accelerates efforts to achieve carbon neutrality in its global production facilities by 2035.
The digitally-enabled atomizers, which began operation earlier this year, significantly reduce paint usage by increasing the paint transfer to the vehicle body through less overspray. Together with reductions in compressed air consumption and paint wastage during color changes, the new ABB atomizers are helping to reduce emissions in the paint process itself and in related paint booth equipment.
- Mazda Ujina plant No. 1, Japan, to support ambitious sustainability targets
- Mazda estimates 60% of manufacturing CO2 emissions come from painting, highlighting its significance to carbon neutrality
- New RB1000i-S atomizers achieve up to 95-99% efficiency, reducing paint usage, waste, energy consumption and emissions