http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes000.html Festo news releases on Engineeringtalk en-gb Copyright (C)2008 Pro-Talk Ltd. All rights reserved. Fri, 25 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Fri, 25 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT http://www.pro-talk.com/images/protalklogo90.gif http://www.pro-talk.com/ 90 79 Machine designers and builders can fully commission a complete high-performance motion control drive axis, including controller, motor and actuator, in minutes. Fri, 18 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes258.html DGC actuators employ an angled sealing mechanism between the carriage drive and the actuator body, which ensures virtually zero air leakage and facilitates the manufacture of extra-long actuators. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes257.html Festo has unveiled a diverse range of pneumatics safety technology designed to help automation systems manufacturers comply with Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. Tue, 10 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes256.html Each AquaJelly is able to sense various aspects of its environment and function autonomously, but also has communicative faculties that enable it to co-operate with other members of the group. Thu, 05 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes255.html Functional integration transforms the actuator technology into a complete, sturdy system that is suitable for use outdoors and in cold, dusty or hazardous environments. Fri, 30 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes254.html Festo developed a special Copac DLP linear actuator with a through-piston rod for the 28 Fontaine shut-off valves for the Les Gresillons sewage treatment plant. Wed, 21 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes253.html VN series vacuum generators can easily be installed in the gripping zone, making them ideal for automation systems employing decentralised control architectures. Fri, 09 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes252.html 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. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes251.html 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. Fri, 28 Mar 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes250.html 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. Tue, 11 Mar 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes249.html 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. Thu, 28 Feb 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes248.html 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. Tue, 12 Feb 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes247.html BRT Group now has direct access to over GBP33 million worth of stock held at Festo's European Customer Services Centre in Germany. Thu, 07 Feb 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes246.html Festo Didactic has developed 14 PLC training courses, covering basic and intermediate level maintenance and troubleshooting requirements for popular PLCs. Thu, 17 Jan 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes245.html 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. Thu, 03 Jan 2008 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes244.html 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. Fri, 30 Nov 2007 08:00:00 UT Festo http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/fes/fes243.html