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Addtronics Announces Promotion of Angie Keener to President of Bow Robotics

Angie Keener, President of Bow Robotics

West Chester, OH – January 8, 2026 – Addtronics, LLC (“Addtronics”), a consolidator of high-quality, niche automation technology and solution providers innovating for the life sciences and other industries, today announced the promotion of Angie Keener to President of Bow Robotics (“Bow”).​ Bow is a leading provider of parts, service, and repair for industrial robotics, […]

How to Replace ABB IRC5 Controller Fans – and Why It Could Save You Thousands

side-by-side comparison of a dirty, dust-clogged robot controller heat sink and the same unit cleaned for proper cooling performance

Inside every ABB IRC5 controller, cooling fans keep the Drive Unit, Axis Computer, and Main Computer  operating within safe temperatures. When airflow drops from worn bearings or dust buildup, heat rises fast, leading to over-temperature faults, reduced drive life, or even total failure. A single failed fan can overheat a $5,000–$8,000 drive and stop production. […]

Importance of Proper Backups for ABB Controllers

screenshot of an industrial robot controller interface showing options to back up or restore the system

On an ABB FlexPendant, taking a backup is as simple as pressing one button. That part is easy. The real challenge is what happens after you press it. Why Backups Matter Even with reliable hardware, things can go wrong: • Power surges • Corrupted software • Human error Your controller stores programs, mastering data, and […]