Addverb and Infineon bring BLE safety to warehouse robots

Addverb has made a big step towards increased safety and efficiency in industrial automation by partnering with Infineon Technologies AG. Together, they have started the development of BLE-compatible safety features that can be used on all Addverb robotic systems. The collaboration emphasizes their common commitment to develop state-of-the-art automation technologies in strict accordance with world safety standards.

As part of this arrangement, Addverb has introduced BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) safety add-ons in its Zippy 10 robots (which are currently working in live warehouse setups) to complement Wi-Fi based systems. The robots are now even equipped with BLE-driven cut-off links and a remote kill-switch. These improvements enable to quickly turn off when necessary while they also enable centralized power control for large robotic fleets where physical access to each unit is not possible.

“This collaboration marks a significant step forward in our journey to build intelligent and responsive automation for global supply chains,” said Sangeet Kumar, Co-founder and CEO of Addverb. “BLE provides the reliability and low-latency performance that Wi-Fi often lacks in critical warehouse environments. With Infineon, we are co-developing innovations that raise the bar for safety, speed, and efficiency.”

Shantanu Bhalerao, Vice President of the Wireless Product Line at Infineon Technologies, noted, “Our partnership with Addverb enables us to bring industrial-grade BLE connectivity into real-world robotics. By integrating our AIROC™ CYW20829 Bluetooth LE MCU module into their systems, we’re addressing the growing need for fast, reliable, and secure communication in complex automation setups.”

Addverb, with a footprint spanning six countries, has delivered automation solutions to over 500 warehouses worldwide. Its clientele includes major global players like Amazon, DHL, Maersk, Emirates, Reliance, and Indian Oil, across sectors such as FMCG, pharma, apparel, and petrochemicals.

The BLE safety deployment signals a broader industry trend toward intelligent, decentralised robotics ecosystems capable of faster response and higher uptime—critical elements in today’s high-demand, 24/7 supply chains.