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Listing of all 153 news releases from Festo:
Lightweight vacuum generators ease installation
VN series vacuum generators can easily be installed in the gripping zone, making them ideal for automation systems employing decentralised control architectures. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 9 May 2008)
Pneumatic tubing comes in custom colours
The use of custom tubing colours helps OEMs to improve the aesthetics of their machines, or to use colour-coded tubing to facilitate service and maintenance. Brochure available
News from Festo (22 April 2008)
Valve terminal cuts costs of decentralised control
The AS-i version of Festo's VTSA configurable valve terminal is supplied as a fully assembled and pre-tested unit, enabling users to effectively replace an entire control panel via a single order. Brochure available
News from Festo (28 March 2008)
Pneumatic indexing cuts costs for simple jobs
Festo has identified numerous applications where the functionality can be completely met by pneumatic systems at a lower initial cost, with far simpler controls and reduced maintenance needs. Brochure available
News from Festo (11 March 2008)
Training service targets the right people
The Festo Training Needs Assessment Service outlines the skills required for a business to run effectively, together with analysis of the current skills available in the workforce. Brochure available
News from Festo (28 February 2008)
Cantilever axes provide precise positioning
Axes are based on an open platform design that allows OEMs and system integrators to use either a Festo servo or stepper motor, or the motor and controller of their choice. Brochure available
News from Festo (12 February 2008)
Pneumatic deal brings new range to Wisbech
BRT Group now has direct access to over GBP33 million worth of stock held at Festo's European Customer Services Centre in Germany. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 7 February 2008)
PLC training courses target specific brands
Festo Didactic has developed 14 PLC training courses, covering basic and intermediate level maintenance and troubleshooting requirements for popular PLCs. Brochure available
News from Festo (17 January 2008)
Valve terminal cuts component count for designers
Festo's VTSA valve terminal is supplied as a fully assembled and pre-tested unit, enabling users to effectively replace an entire control panel with a single order. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 3 January 2008)
Servos drive carbon-fibre construction
User application article Machine based entirely on Festo electrical drives and controls has a three-dimensional operating envelope and is capable of laying carbon fibre tow very flexibly, at up to 8m/s. Brochure available
News from Festo (30 November 2007)
Fluidic muscles make robot mimic manta ray
User application article Fish uses an innovative water-hydraulic drive unit coupled with Festo fluidic muscles to produce smoothly flowing muscular movements. Brochure available
News from Festo (21 November 2007)
Valve terminal suits explosive applictions
The connector enables all pneumatic connections to be made via a single multiway plate, which incorporates its own sealing ring and only requires one rectangular cut-out in the cabinet. Brochure available
News from Festo (12 November 2007)
Pressure regulator provides flow control
Festo's VPPM proportional pressure regulator provides an easy and precise means of varying the flow rate to pneumatic actuators. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 9 October 2007)
Stepper motors cut costs
Festo's CMMS-ST controller and EMMS-ST stepper motor combination delivers up to 6.5nm torque and speeds up to 2000rev/min. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 4 September 2007)
Machines automate stamp splitting
User application article Stephen Mayer produces machines that automate such tasks as splitting sheets of stamps into individual units, handling odd-shaped stamps, and affixing gummed stamps onto first day cover envelopes. Brochure available
News from Festo (30 May 2007)
Cylinders offer high-accuracy positioning
Festo's DNCE series electrical cylinders are available in 32, 40 and 63mm frame sizes and with standard stroke lengths from 100 to 800mm in 100mm steps depending on size. Brochure available
News from Festo (16 May 2007)
Hydraulics company wins sales award
Festo has announced that fluid power specialist Norton Hydraulics has won its 'Premier Stockist of the Year' award for outstanding performance in 2006. Brochure available
News from Festo (10 May 2007)
Training system suits process industry
Festo's MPS PA process automation learning system accurately replicates real-life industrial environments. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 2 May 2007)
Product range cuts water industry costs
Festo is set to show a large number of components that have been developed to help the water industry reduce operating costs and improve reliability. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 2 May 2007)
Automated assembly system fabricates sensors
User application article MacGregor Welding Systems' latest automated assembly system is designed to fabricate miniature sensor modules for use in analyser equipment. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 3 April 2007)
Bearings company gains distribution rights
Training company sponsors competition
Integrated mini slides improve smoothness
Production system provides hands-on experience
Automation, diagnostics and training at IWEX
Ball valves control Stones' stage spectacular
Simulator uses pneumatically driven powder hoppers
Flexibility and choice at Mtec
Software supplies powerful remote diagnostics
Pneumatic actuators cut maintenance requirements
Workshop maximises training skills
Capsule manufacturing capabilities upgraded
Stockist has cream of Cornish automation market
Intelligent Analogue I/O Modules
Roadshow targets water utilities
Specialist supplier covers the East End
Fifth wheel unit adopts pneumatic control
Ready-to-run module handles with precision
Grippers help accelerate valve testing process
Pneumatic plan saves money for snack maker
Automation firm lands stockist award
Electropneumatic valves ease system automation
Festo supports London WorldSkills bid
PLC workstation helps train students
Valve family improves automation building
Distributed I/O terminal gains further flexibility
Alliance marries automation with process valves
Pneumatic actuators set for HazardEx outing
Pneumatic actuators overcome electric limitations
Linear motor based actuator builds in precision
Compact pneumatics enable contact lens automation
Website hosts online procurement facility
Pneumatic valves meet heavy-duty standards
Pneumatic valve actuators set for IWEX launch
System takes prime position at PPMA
Vision system scores with speed and flexibility
Kiowa joins the premier league
Servopneumatics provide cost-effective automation
UK team prepares to take on the world
Depositors clean up with servopneumatic technology
Encoder-equipped linear slide's high load capacity
Compressed air consumption put to the test
Management is key to pneumatics integration
Cylinders boast great application flexibility
HMI provides instant visibility and control
Dairy automation answers economic pressures
Pneumatic automation lags in the UK
Pneumatic components available in Bolton
Electropneumatic products aid ATEX compliance
UK debut for front-end controller
Control system eradicates downtime at engine plant
Premier stockist award for pneumatics supplier
Mechatronics apprentices to take on the world
Compressed air unit offers higher flow rates
Sputtering tool features fieldbus automation
Cylinders comply with new compact standard
Ethernet-enabled PLC is pneumatics-friendly
New source for pneumatic components in Scotland
Cutting machine upgrade boosts kitchen throughput
Automation support helps batch-weighing innovation
Swivel/gripper modules offer compact solution
Washdown valve terminals keep dough rolling in
Linear actuator shifts large payloads
Vision system needs no programming
Integrated motor drive puts machines in position
Pharmaceutical giant prefers Festo
Outsource delivers best value for marking
Pneumatics automate leaky test problem
Shrinking size and price for steppers
Free booklet explains ATEX for pneumatics users
Cymru Automation is top UK stockist
Cambridge engineers attend pneumatics master class
Flexible air preparation for lower costs
Displays clarify automation control
Marshalling units aid product flow control
Shrinking cylinders maintain performance
Learning system for automation and technology
Guided cyliners are ready-to-run actuators
Pneumatics and automation at PPMA
Modular valve manifolds save assembly space
Pneumatics package perfect coffee
UK winners head to Switzerland to show off skills
Custom cylinders aid solids handling
Interactive displays at Hannover
Pick and place unit shows its speed
Shear muscle force crops copper
Pneumatic packaging solution safeguards beer
The amazing world of pneumatics
Pneumatics power pillow packaging
Valve terminals ideal for tight spaces
Valve terminals merge with fieldbus
Boom axis aids cantilever motion applications
Single electronic unit covers all valves
Catalogue highlights role of stockists
Big pneumatics showing at PPMA Show
Festo to sponsor packaging awards
Micro solenoid valves for compact installations
Pre-engineered handling solutions cut installation
Cups get a grip in various industries
Record year for pneumatic automation giant
Blue Diamond becomes pneumatic Premier Stockist
Prestigious accolades awarded at PPMA show
Fluid power simulator for design or training
Success for UK Skill Mechatronics competition
New cylinders offer zero rotation under torque
Mobile pneumatics exhibition hits the road in UK
New custom catalogue from Festo
Flexible motor controllers cover wide motor range
Three-way partnership for automation components
New handling and positioning products announced
Readily designed sub-assembled pneumatic systems
Servo-pneumatics first in filling machine
Guide to automation in hygiene-sensitive plants
Accurate volumetric filling from servo control
Wadkin opts for Festo as sole pneumatics supplier
Pneumatic systems for battery pack assembly
Precision cylinders with long-stroke accuracy
Servo-Pneumatic Control Permits Precision Filling
Cutting woodworking costs takes Festo full circle
Mini Grippers offer Precision Automation
Micro Grippers are Small but Fast
Ultra-Thin Slide Cylinder introduced
Pneumatic subsystems for automated battery pack
Enhanced Lower Cost Handling Range
Festo Didactic at Gulf Exhibition
