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    Abb Athens Plant

    ABB Athens Plant is a leading manufacturer of industrial electric motors, serving OEMs and industrial customers for over 50 years from its Athens, Georgia facility.

    Company Overview

    ABB Motors and Mechanical Inc.'s Athens Plant specializes in manufacturing industrial electric motors ranging from 40-500 horsepower, supporting a diverse array of industries including OEMs, distributors, and industrial clients. The plant is part of ABB, a global technology leader in electrification and automation, and is recognized for its commitment to quality and innovation. With over five decades of operational excellence, the Athens facility is a cornerstone of ABB’s North American manufacturing network.

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    Import Shipments

    1

    Distribution Centers

    1.8B

    Annual Revenue

    1969

    Founded

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    Recent Developments

    ABB Athens Plant has recently focused on expanding energy-efficient motor offerings and enhancing digital manufacturing capabilities to meet evolving industry demands.

    Strategic Expansion

    Adoption of advanced automation and digitalization technologies in manufacturing processes

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    Business Information

    The ABB Athens Plant manufactures high-performance industrial electric motors used in applications such as pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors, crushers, and traction motors for trains and locomotives. The facility serves a broad range of industries, including agriculture, food and beverage, mining, chemicals, and transportation. As the first NEMA motor manufacturing plant in North America to achieve ISO9001 certification, the Athens Plant emphasizes reliability, energy efficiency, and customer-driven product variety. With approximately 500 employees, the plant is a major employer and contributor to the Athens, Georgia manufacturing sector.

    Headquarters

    Athens, Georgia

    Founded

    1969

    Stock Symbol

    Private company