Bengaluru, India — January 23, 2026 — ABB India has officially launched ArTu Formula Switchgear, a next-generation low-voltage switchgear solution engineered to meet the accelerating demands of modern power distribution, motor control, and electrical safety across industrial, commercial, infrastructure, and residential sectors.
The announcement underscores ABB’s strategy to strengthen its electrification portfolio with modular, high-performance distribution solutions tailored for reliability, safety, and enhanced operational control.
Addressing Evolving Power Distribution Needs:
The ArTu Formula low-voltage switchgear is designed to deliver superior electrical performance while empowering system designers and operational managers with flexible configuration options. Built to serve a wide range of applications — including main distribution systems, motor control centres, and sub-distribution boards — the ArTu Formula platform enables engineers to tailor low-voltage architectures to project-specific requirements with reduced complexity and installation time.
One of the key differentiators of this platform is its modular design and scalable architecture, which support efficient deployment in both new installations and retrofit scenarios. This versatility makes it suitable for industrial plants, smart buildings, commercial campuses, infrastructure projects, and high-density residential complexes where adaptability and future expansion are priorities.
Compliance with International Standards Ensures Safety and Reliability:
ArTu Formula is fully compliant with international standards IEC 61439 (Parts 1 & 2) — governing low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies — along with IEC 61641, which addresses internal arc fault protection. These certifications confirm the system’s capability to withstand electrical stresses, maintain structural integrity under fault conditions, and protect personnel and equipment against internal arc events.
For electrical engineers and safety managers, such certifications are critical in ensuring that power distribution systems can meet stringent operational and safety requirements across regulated and high-risk environments such as manufacturing facilities, data centres, and energy-intensive industrial parks.
Modular Architecture and Enhanced Integration:
The ArTu Formula platform distinguishes itself with a modular metalwork structure that supports various current ratings, custom configurations, and a range of internal compartmentalization options suitable for high-density distribution applications. This modular approach also simplifies assembly, cabling, and future modifications — a significant advantage in complex installations.
Another strategic advantage is the solution’s seamless compatibility with ABB’s broader low-voltage ecosystem, including:
Formula Air Circuit Breakers and Moulded Case Circuit Breakers
Motor Starting Solutions and Protective Devices
Switches & Disconnectors
Digital monitoring interfaces such as Lite Panel Pro
This comprehensive integration enables enhanced protection, centralized monitoring, and superior operational control — helping maintenance teams and system operators to monitor and manage electrical systems with reduced downtime and better visibility into performance.
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Supporting India’s Infrastructure Growth and Sustainability Goals:
ABB’s launch of ArTu Formula aligns with broader national priorities such as Make in India and the push for energy-efficient electrical systems. By combining global engineering standards with local manufacturing and distribution, ArTu Formula helps stakeholders meet both domestic project demands and regulatory frameworks while advancing sustainable power distribution strategies.
Kiran Dutt, President of Electrification at ABB India, highlighted the significance of this launch, stating that “ArTu Formula represents a significant advancement in low-voltage switchgear technology” and underlining the company’s long-term commitment to supporting India’s industrial growth and infrastructure development.
Enhanced Operational Efficiency and Maintenance:
In addition to safety and compliance, ArTu Formula is engineered for operational efficiency, with design features that reduce assembly time, simplify maintenance access, and support future scalability. For electrical managers responsible for lifecycle cost and reliability, these capabilities translate into lower total cost of ownership, greater uptime, and streamlined asset management — essential metrics in modern electrical systems planning.
Conclusion: A Future-Ready Platform for Power Distribution
The introduction of the ArTu Formula low-voltage switchgear marks a strategic enhancement in ABB India’s electrification solutions, providing electrical professionals with a flexible, standards-compliant, and integrated platform for contemporary power distribution challenges. By addressing safety, performance, modularity, and digital readiness, ArTu Formula sets a new benchmark for low-voltage infrastructure that supports scalable growth, operational resilience, and enhanced control across diverse sectors.
For engineers and managers seeking reliable, efficient, and future-proof electrical distribution systems, ArTu Formula represents both a robust solution today and a foundation for the energy-efficient grids of tomorrow.
