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September 2026

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Deliver the Unseen Advantage

Deliver the Unseen Advantage

Today's OEMs face increasing pressure to deliver equipment faster, reduce costs, improve reliability, and meet evolving safety and efficiency requirements. In many cases, the difference between winning and losing a project comes down to what's inside: the Unseen Advantage.

Behind every successful machine and control panel are the components that drive performance, reliability, compliance, and speed to market. Often overlooked, the right components can significantly impact project success.

Distributors that help customers navigate these challenges and uncover the unseen advantage are uniquely positioned to become trusted advisors while creating new growth opportunities. ABB supports your success with over 100 years of proven expertise in miniature circuit breakers and a broad portfolio of innovative electrification solutions. This deep heritage has shaped industry standards for safety and reliability – expertise you can trust in every application. From breakers engineered for demanding environments to contactors and control components designed for seamless integration, ABB products reduce labor, lower total installed costs, simplify panel design, improve operational performance, and meet sourcing requirements – backed by over a century of proven performance.

Together, ABB and our distributor partners deliver the unseen advantage, helping OEMs overcome challenges, accelerate growth, and gain a competitive edge.
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Product Highlights
New: S800UP DIN rail miniature circuit breakers
New: S800UP DIN rail miniature circuit breakers
The all-new S800UP MCB is leading the lineup of ABB’s comprehensive portfolio of UL 489 MCBs and UL 1077 supplementary protectors. The S800UP MCB is the only 100% rated UL 489 MCB available, designed to operate at 480Y/277V AC without derating. With a compact footprint, an industry-leading 50 kA interrupting rating, compatibility with 60° and 70° UL-rated cables, and existing S800U accessories, the S800UP provides a simple, high-performance solution for safeguarding modern electrical installations.
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Unsung Heroes of electrical safety
Unsung heroes of electrical safety: ABB residual current circuit breakers (RCCBs)
Discover how ABB is redefining industrial safety. Our latest video highlights how our RCCBs help detect and prevent ground faults before they become expensive problems or, worse, safety hazards. Whether it's protecting semiconductor wafers worth millions or ensuring safe EV charging stations, RCCBs are foundational to modern electrical infrastructure.
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Amplify your competitive edge
Amplify your competitive edge: SMISSLINE TP
Intermountain Electronics needed a line-protection solution for custom power distribution equipment that could fit tight footprints, meet IP20, ampacity, and UL requirements, and remain readily available. ABB’s UL 508 SMISSLINE TP busbar system checked every box, helping IE standardize its designs, reduce manufacturing assembly time, and support global applications with dual UL/CE ratings. With solutions like SMISSLINE TP, OEMs can truly amplify their competitive edge.
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ABB Q3 2026 New Product Innovations
ABB Q3 2026 New Product Innovations: View today!
Your business is always changing, and so are we. Our Q3 new product innovation digital deck is available to help you stay abreast of what's new for your business and your customers.
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Industry Insights
Turn BABA into a Competitive Advantage
Turn BABA into a competitive advantage
As Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements shape infrastructure projects, distributors can stand out by offering ABB's BABA-compliant products, documentation, and compliance expertise. By partnering with ABB, help customers reduce risk, simplify procurement, and maintain eligibility for federally funded projects. Demonstrating this expertise can create a lasting competitive advantage and support long-term growth. The new BABA Products and Solutions Guide highlights available compliant products and ABB’s simple three-step Empower ordering process.
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Returning soon: InControl Webinar Series
Returning soon: InControl webinar series
On September 30, tune in as ABB’s subject matter experts return with the InControl Webinar Series. If you’re looking to boost the productivity and reliability of the equipment you build, this session is for you. Our experts will share the latest application insights and answer your questions to help you meet project requirements efficiently and deliver greater value to your customers. Plus, you’ll earn professional development hours!
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Power Up Your OEM Expertise
Power up your OEM expertise
Get ready for your next customer meeting with the Power Up OEM Podcast Series. These short episodes deliver OEM market insights and ABB solutions for OEMs and panel builders, helping you stay informed and confident.

Exclusive to ABB OEM Sales, iReps, and authorized OEM distributor partners. Request access today.
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ABB Solutions for Control Panels
ABB solutions for control panels
Explore the new 2026 ABB OEM Capabilities Guide and discover a comprehensive and trusted portfolio of low-voltage control solutions that can help simplify your supply chain, minimize downtime, and support your business growth. Available Now!
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Meet OT Plus: Designed for Today's Machine OEMs
Meet OT Plus: Designed for today's machine OEMs
Machine OEMs need components that fit today’s design requirements without adding complexity. ABB OT Plus Switch Disconnectors are designed for exactly that. With a UL 60947-4-1 listing, the OT Plus gives OEMs a reliable option for modern machine and panel designs. Learn more.
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Share Your Experience: NEMA Enclosed Motor Starters
Share your experience: NEMA enclosed motor starters
Help shape the future of enclosed motor starters. Take our quick distributor survey. Your feedback is valuable in helping us better understand your needs and experiences with enclosed motor starters. Your insights matter!
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