ABB at AMPER 2026: From Cyber Protected Power Protection to the Smart Home

March 17, 2026 / 3:07 PM

ABB, a global technology leader in electrification and automation, returns to the AMPER trade fair in Pavilion P at stand 405. Its exhibition connects the worlds of industry, energy management, and smart residential installations, showcasing how the entire ecosystem of modern electrical installation is evolving — from critical infrastructure to everyday comfort in the living room.

SACE Emax 3: A Global Innovation for the Digital Age

The main attraction at the stand is a product making its debut on the Czech market. The SACE Emax 3 air circuit breaker is not just an evolution in power protection — it is the only circuit breaker in the world to feature cyber protection at Security Level SL2.

At a time when industrial systems are increasingly targeted by external attacks, protecting technology from physical short circuits is no longer enough. Choosing a circuit breaker becomes a strategic decision that defines the digital resilience of the infrastructure. In addition to ensuring cybersecurity, SACE Emax 3 also features integrated arc‑flash detection. This allows the device to identify a hazard within one millisecond and disconnect the entire circuit within 40 milliseconds — a moment imperceptible to the layperson but potentially the difference between routine maintenance and catastrophic damage for a substation operator.

The air circuit breaker is available at the stand for inspection and hands‑on testing, including simulation of a lightning strike. Visitors can also try controlling the breaker using virtual reality.

InSite: Energy Optimization with up to 20% Savings

Directly following power protection is the InSite building energy management system, a tool for real‑time cost optimization.

The system is designed for integration even into existing switchboards, regardless of component manufacturer. InSite measures both AC and DC currents, collects data from the field, and sends it to cloud or SCADA systems. For owners of retail units, data centers, or remote facilities, this means complete insight into consumption and technology status without needing to be physically on site. Its compact design also provides up to 50% space savings inside the switchboard.

ABB‑free@home: A Smart Home Without Demolition

The third pillar of ABB’s display moves into residential installations. ABB showcases that home automation is no longer reserved exclusively for expensive new builds. The wireless version of the ABB‑free@home® system targets renovations and existing apartments where installing new wiring is not feasible.

Visitors can try mobile app control, presence simulation, and a new wireless and battery‑free switch. The system is complemented by ABB‑Welcome Midi door stations, adding another layer of comfort and security. ABB also highlights its local dimension — the Zoni® design line, in which the new products are presented, originates from the company’s long‑established manufacturing plant in Jablonec nad Nisou. Matte colors and a flat profile make the technology a natural part of the interior.

Formula E: A Moving Test Laboratory

An eye‑catching centerpiece of the stand is the ABB Formula E Gen 3 race car. But it is not just for motorsport fans — for ABB, the series serves as a testing environment for digital and charging technologies.

Insights from the track — where race cars regain a significant amount of energy through recuperation and rely on state‑of‑the‑art battery systems — are subsequently transferred into everyday products for electromobility and energy management. Visitors can see firsthand how technologies used today in Formula E will soon find their way into home garages and company parking lots.

ABB’s AMPER Showcase: A Vision of a Connected, Data‑Driven World

ABB’s presence at AMPER is about more than displaying products — it is a vision of an interconnected world where data and security play a central role. Whether you are looking to reduce costs in industrial operations or enhance comfort at home, ABB experts are ready to demonstrate these solutions directly in practice.

Where to find the company: Pavilion P, Stand 405.