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Uncompromised versatility for every motor control challenge
Simple or complex, ACS880 adapts to your process — not the other way around.
Whether you’re working in chemicals, cement, metals, or oil and gas — no two processes are the same. That’s why the ACS880 platform gives you total freedom to design motor control that fits your world. With three levels of flexibility, you can choose the right fit for your application: from plug-and-play simplicity, to lightly configurable setups, to pre-engineered application programs — and all the way to fully engineered-to-order solutions.
No matter how unique your process, ACS880 adapts to your needs like a chameleon. And with new possibilities to test and validate custom solutions in advance, you get the confidence that everything will work as expected — with no surprises. It’s one platform, built to flex without compromise.
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Uncompromised versatility
Watch our on-demand webinar to get a first look at our new customization tools
Crealizer, DriveLab, and Virtual DrivePlus are designed to help heavy industry leaders turn tailored drive concepts into proven, real-world solutions. Discover how our robust ACS880 drives platform empowers you to validate designs faster, reduce risk, and accelerate your path from idea to implementation.
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DriveLab: test and optimize with precision
Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing is a technique used to test and validate the performance of complex systems by simulating real-world conditions.
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Readily available application and industry specific solutions
With years of customer collaboration, ABB has developed application control programs tailored to your industry, delivering seamless adaptability, precision, and unmatched flexibility.
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Did you know how versatile ACS880 drives really are?
- Wide power and voltage range from 0.55 to 6000 kW @ 230-690 V
- Single drives, drive modules and multidrives
- Enclosure classes up to IP55
- Air and liquid cooling
- Ultra-low harmonic and regenerative drives
- Select from standard to engineered-to-order products
- Global compatibility
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Choose your level of flexibility
Whether you’re looking for straightforward configurations, industry-specific solutions, or fully customized options, the ACS880 empowers you to design a drive system that fits your exact needs. Explore three levels of flexibility and find the perfect match for your application.
Standard offering – Fast, simple, and ready-to-use
Ideal for straightforward applications where quick selection and commissioning are key without compromising on performance.
Wide range of variants to fit your needs
Standard options & parameters for quick setup
Adaptive programming for simple software adjustments
Get up and running quickly, no complex programming needed.
Customizable solutions - Match your application needs
For industries and applications requiring more specific control and customization, we offer
Industry-proven application programs – built from real-world customer projects
IEC programming with built-in PLC functionality
Optimize your process while reducing engineering time.
Extended tailoring – Tailored for your unique challenges
Push the boundaries with fully engineered solutions:
Engineered-to-order solutions for complete customization
Hardware customization to match unique operational needs
Crealizer integration to empower you to create, validate and realize limitless customized solutions.
When standard solutions aren’t enough, we deliver a drive built around your needs.
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Versatility in heavy industries
Built for the chemical industry: motor control that prioritizes safety and precision
Chemical processes demand more than just reliable equipment - they require motor control that adapts, protects, and performs in harsh, highly regulated environments. From pumps and mixers to compressors and dosing systems, ACS880 drives help you control every step with precision, thanks to advanced features like ABB’s DTC technology and built-in functional safety.
Choose from ready-to-go configurations, pre-configured application programs, or create something truly unique using IEC programming or ABB’s open software platform Crealizer - all supported by our expert engineering teams.
Discover how uncompromised versatility can transform your operations in the chemical industry. We’ve curated a selection of key resources to help you explore flexible motor control solutions that adapt to your unique needs.
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From quarry to kiln – ACS880 drives keep your process in sync
Cement production is all about coordination — every drive, fan, conveyor, and kiln must run in perfect harmony to avoid costly downtime. That’s why ACS880 drives are designed to deliver reliable, flexible motor control, even in dusty, high-vibration environments. With features like ABB’s DTC technology for smooth torque control and application programs for common cement applications, you stay in control — from quarry to kiln.
Start with ready-to-go configurations, fine-tune with application-specific programs or IEC logic, or go all-in with custom control via our Crealizer open programming platform — all backed by ABB’s engineering expertise and support.
Discover how uncompromised versatility can transform your operations in the cement industry. We’ve curated a selection of key resources to help you explore flexible motor control solutions that adapt to your unique needs.
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Versatile motor control for every oil & gas site, setup, and standard
In oil & gas, no two sites are the same, from remote upstream fields to complex downstream operations. That’s why ACS880 drives are designed for uncompromised versatility: giving you the freedom to adapt motor control to your unique installation, process, and safety requirements.
Choose from standard configurations for quick deployment, tap into pre-configured application programs for pumps, fans, and compressors, or develop fully engineered solutions using IEC logic or ABB’s open Crealizer platform. No matter how specific your needs, you’ll find the flexibility to match them, and the support to make it all work.
Discover how uncompromised versatility can transform your operations in the oil & gas industry. We’ve curated a selection of key resources to help you explore flexible motor control solutions that adapt to your unique needs.
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Endless control possibilities for the most demanding mining and metals processes from pit to plant
From underground extraction to final processing, no two metals and mining operations are the same — and your motor control system shouldn’t be either. With the ACS880 drive platform, you get the flexibility to adapt to any process stage, motor setup, or control need, whether you're running crushers, hoists, conveyors, or rolling mills.
Start with standard configurations for fast, reliable performance, use pre-configured application programs for industry-critical equipment, or engineer a fully custom solution using IEC logic or ABB’s open programming platform, Crealizer. It’s one system, built to match your process — no matter how tough or unique.
Discover how uncompromised versatility can transform your operations in the mining and metals industry. We’ve curated a selection of key resources to help you explore flexible motor control solutions that adapt to your unique needs.
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Tailored motor control for the unique rhythm of pulp and paper production
Every mill runs differently, from the layout of your machines to the way you manage tension, speed, and torque across production lines. That’s why ACS880 drives give you the freedom to adapt motor control to your specific process needs, whether you're managing pulpers, refiners, presses, or winders.
Start with standard configurations for seamless integration, fine-tune with application-specific programs, or go fully customized using IEC logic or ABB’s open software platform Crealizer, all backed by expert engineering support to match the exact needs of your mill.
Discover how uncompromised versatility can transform your operations in the pulp and paper industry. We’ve curated a selection of key resources to help you explore flexible motor control solutions that adapt to your unique needs.
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Real challenges. Real results. They found the right fit with ACS880
Positioning loads with Pesmel’s tall and heavy stacker cranes securely, using ACS880 anti-pendulum function
Operations in pulp and paper and metal industries can require moving efficiently hundreds of multi-ton paperboard or metal rolls daily in massive high-bay warehouses. To do so, it requires a fully automated logistics solution, built by the Finnish company Pesmel.
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Kuhmo sought to utilize the latest optimized products for energy efficiency chose ABB IE5 ultra-premium efficiency SynRM motors with ACS880 regenerative drives
Finnish sawmill operator Kuhmo was the first company in the world to use ABB IE5 SynRM motors in a timber drying process. Its latest plant upgrade could produce six-figure energy savings in just a couple of years with highly efficient ABB motors and regenerative drives.
Nordautomation achieves precise, encoderless log gap control with ACS880 DTC motor control — developed in close cooperation with ABB OEM hubs
Nordautomation Oy, a leading Finnish supplier of log handling technologies, has achieved record-breaking transport speeds in partnership with ABB. This collaboration has also led to significant energy savings through advanced frequency converter technology.
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Runtech EP Series Turbo Blowers utilize purpose-designed motors and drives from ABB
Runtech EP Series Turbo Blowers utilize purpose-designed motors and drives from ABB. The blowers are used in vacuum solutions that can realize energy savings up to 70% compared to conventional pump-based systems.
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Shams Development district cooling plant selected low-harmonic drives to meet the UAE standards on energy efficiency
Shams Abu Dhabi on Al Reem Island is a district development project which consists of residential, commercial, and recreational areas. In the district cooling plant (DCP) serving the development, ABB drives will play a key role in minimizing energy consumption.
ACS880 multidrives help to boost productivity at the UPM plant while occupying a smaller footprint
Since its installation in 1997, the ACV700 drive system for PM2 WN2 (Rewinder II) at UPM's Changshu mill in China has been a model for reliable rewinder operation, thanks to its enduring reliability and diligent maintenance by the mill. However, due to increasing market competition and the need for new paper types, coupled with the challenge of sourcing aging spare parts, UPM and ABB partnered in March 2023 to upgrade the rewinder drive system to the latest ACS880 model.
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Enabling success in the quest for higher reliability and productivity
Enable uncompromised versatility
Cover all your possibilities with our all-compatible ACS880 industrial drives designed to tackle any of your motor-driven applications, in any industries, whatever the power range.
Looking for the right drive?
Instead of flipping through paper catalogs or databases of datasheets, find the drive based on a series of simple questions using our drive selector tool.
Looking for the specs?
From application- and industry-specific solutions to technical specifications. Learn everything you need to know about the ACS880 drive by downloading the ACS880 catalogues.
➜ ACS880 single drives catalog
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Peace of mind through uncompromised reliability
In heavy industry, versatility and adaptability are crucial to stay ahead, but they only deliver their full value when backed by reliability. Without reliable systems, even the most flexible solutions can’t ensure consistent performance.
That’s why ABB combines robust, tested technologies with industry-leading expertise to give you both: the ability to adapt and the confidence of operations that won’t stop.
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Have a motor control challenge in mind? Let’s talk it through.
Whether you’re dealing with a unique process setup, planning an upgrade, or just exploring smarter ways to control your motors, our experts are here to help. The Versatility Expert Package is your first step toward a solution that truly fits — no guesswork, no compromises.
