ABB’s sustainability commitment is reflected through advanced material engineering and comprehensive certification compliance and ensuring solutions that meet both customer expectations and India’s environmental goals.
Q. With India’s rapid urbanisation and smart city development, what innovations in modular switches are crucial for future-ready infrastructure?
India’s rapid urbanization and smart city development require electrical infrastructure that combines safety, performance, and aesthetic appeal for modern urban environments. Key innovations include enhanced safety features like child-proof socket shutters, flame-retardant properties that are essential for high-density urban spaces, flexible, modular configurations that allow easy upgrade and customization.
Sleek, compact designs with premium finishes to complement modern urban interiors while optimizing limited wall space. There is also a growing emphasis on the use of durable, weatherresistant materials that suit compact urban constructions. As cities become more connected, integrated features like in-built USB charging and modular adaptability are increasingly important, supporting both functionality and ease of use. These advancements collectively contribute to future-ready infrastructure that meets current urban needs while supporting technological adaptation.
Q. What shifts in consumer preferences or technology adoption are influencing the rising demand for modular switch solutions in Indian homes and commercial buildings?
As India advances towards smart and sustainable infrastructure, there is a growing demand for steadfast, energy-efficient, and cost-effective solutions that align with the country’s climate goals. The demand for modular switch solutions in homes and commercial buildings is particularly influenced by Architects, Consultants, the End User based on several key factors.
Programs like the Smart Cities Mission are modernizing infrastructure in smaller cities, creating new demand for advanced electrical systems. These initiatives offer significant opportunities for manufacturers to capture expanding market segments, propelling the adoption of modular switch solutions throughout the country.
India’s focus on energy efficiency and smart grids, is elevating the demand for technologically advanced switches in both residential and commercial sectors. The integration of IoTenabled devices and smart home technologies is also reshaping the electrical switch market. Smart switches, which offer enhanced convenience and energy efficiency, are being increasingly adopted in modern homes. Modular switches are now regularly integrated in the building automation part of home infrastructure, blending aesthetics
and control.
India’s focus on energy efficiency and smart grids, is elevating the demand for technologically advanced switches in both residential and commercial sectors. The integration of IoTenabled devices and smart home technologies is also reshaping the electrical switch market. Smart switches, which offer enhanced convenience and energy efficiency, are being increasingly adopted in modern homes. Modular switches are now regularly integrated in the building automation part of home infrastructure, blending aesthetics
and control.
Q. How is ABB aligning its modular switch portfolio to meet the rising demand for smarter, design-led, and sustainable electrical solutions in India?
At ABB, we’re proactively adapting the modular switch portfolio to address the growing demand for smarter and sustainable electrical solutions in India. For instance, with the recent introduction of LIORA, our New Modular Switch Range, we’re bringing together technology, aesthetics, and performance. We’re also offering features like sleek projection, 1M A+C USB charging, key card switches, and electronic bells to redefine the modular switch segment. LIORA is designed to align with modern architectural trends, enhancing living and working spaces while ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. It incorporates energy-efficient and durable materials, reinforcing safety and sustainability.
Additionally, the LIORA range is manufactured locally and supports the ‘Make in India’ initiative and reduces environmental impact through shorter supply chains.
Sustainability lies at the heart of ABB’s innovation strategy. By integrating smart technology with
dedicated modular switches, ABB is empowering the growth of smart homes and automated buildings. These intelligent systems enable remote control and real-time monitoring, promoting energy conservation, operational efficiency, and a reduced ecological footprint.
Q. In what ways do ABB’s modular switches integrate with home automation systems like ABB-free@
home® to enhance the user experience?
ABB’s modular switches seamlessly integrate with the ABB‑free@home® home‑automation platform, elevating daily life through intuitive, well‑connected control.
The switches are ‘Engineered to Outrun’ and serve as both manual controls and automation interfaces. Their modular, interchangeable design supports a wide range of aesthetic finishes, allowing users to personalize their spaces with ease. Whether switching lights, controlling blinds, adjusting heating or activating automated routines, they integrate into a unified ecosystem controlled via touch, app, or voice. Some of our modular switch ranges lend themselves to a retrofit with automation well past the initial installation.
In smart-home setups, these switches interface effortlessly with third-party systems—including Apple HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, Philips Hue, Sonos, Miele, Samsung SmartThings, and more—enabling seamless scenes and automation routines.
ABB enables seamless scene creation and automation routines, offering users an integrated smart home experience that is both future-ready and user-friendly.
Q. Sustainability is a strong theme across your offerings. How do the materials and certifications (like
RoHS, ISI) reflect ABB’s commitment to eco-conscious manufacturing?
ABB’s sustainability commitment is reflected through advanced material engineering and comprehensive certification compliance and ensuring solutions that meet both customer expectations and India’s environmental goals. Our products use improved flame retardants and UV stabilizers ensuring long-term durability, reducing replacement frequency and environmental impact. BIS certification ensures adherence to Indian standards, while local manufacturing under the ‘Made in India’ initiative lowers transportation
emissions and supports regional development. Our portfolio is RoHS-compliant, minimising environmental impact across the product lifecycle. By integrating energy-efficient components and
embracing responsible production practices, ABB delivers solutions that not only meet customer needs but also support India’s broader environmental and sustainability goals
