Addverb, a global leader in industrial robotics and warehouse automation, has announced a strategic partnership with Infineon Technologies AG, a global pioneer in power systems and the Internet of Things (IoT). Under this collaboration, Addverb will integrate Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE) communication systems into its robotic fleet to address critical safety requirements. The initiative underlines Addverb's commitment to elevating safety protocols and building scalable robotics capabilities within an adaptable, globally compliant ecosystem.
The upgraded solution has already been deployed across Zippy 10 robots in active warehouse settings. By harnessing BLE-powered emergency-stop functionality—supplementing standard Wi-Fi infrastructure—robots can be deactivated within seconds in sensitive situations, averting potential incidents. A remote power cut-off feature further allows centralised management of large-scale fleets without requiring manual intervention at each unit.
Sangeet Kumar, Co-founder and CEO of Addverb, commented: "Partnering with Infineon Technologies marks a pivotal step in Addverb's mission to deliver intelligent, connected automation for the global supply chain. We have observed critical constraints with Wi-Fi in safety-critical scenarios, where every millisecond counts. BLE's reliability overcomes these challenges and enables us to co-create innovations that set new safety and performance benchmarks in connected automation. We are confident these advances will underpin a robust, safe automation foundation for our partners."
Shantanu Bhalerao, Vice-President of the Wireless Product Line at Infineon Technologies, added: "We are delighted to collaborate with Addverb in advancing safety and connectivity within industrial robotics. This partnership not only embeds our advanced Bluetooth Low Energy technology into real-world automation but also reaffirms our commitment to delivering industrial-grade connectivity solutions. Working closely with Addverb's engineering team enables us to align our product roadmap—such as the upcoming AIROC™ CYW20829 BLE MCU—with the evolving demands of large-scale robotic applications."