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Listing of all 114 news releases from Festo:
Festo advanced servo motor commissioned in minutes
Festo said that a range of advanced servo motors with closed-loop control of speed, position, current and torque can be commissioned in minutes. Brochure available
News from Festo (22 July 2008)
Festo pneumatic linear actuators have power
Festo's two high performance pneumatic linear actuators provide significantly more force and higher payload capacities than other actuators in the same series. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 8 July 2008)
Automation control system increases safety
To help system designers and manufacturers comply with forthcoming Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Festo has released a diverse range of pneumatics safety technology. Brochure available
News from Festo (11 June 2008)
Festo studies automation with bionic jellyfish
Technical background article Festo, in conjunction with the specialist display technology company, Effekt-Technik , has developed a bionic jellyfish - known as AquaJelly - to demonstrate swarming behaviour Brochure available
News from Festo ( 6 June 2008)
Valve terminal is configurable
A configurable valve terminal allows system integrators to implement high performance decentralised control systems very easily and economically. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 3 April 2008)
Pneumatic rotary indexing table is cost-effective
Pneumatic rotary indexing tables provide a flexible, cost-effective alternative to electrical models, and are said to be ideal for semi-automatic machines. Brochure available
News from Festo (11 March 2008)
Positioning is fast, precise, for handling
Spindle-driven cantilever axis provides fast and precise positioning and users can make own choice of stepper or servo motors and controllers for highly dynamic handling systems. Brochure available
News from Festo (26 February 2008)
Courses train on PLC maintenance/troubleshooting
Fourteen manufacturer-specific PLC training courses, cover Basic and Intermediate Level Maintenance and troubleshooting for Siemens, Rockwell/Allen Bradley and Mitsubishi PLCs. Brochure available
News from Festo (21 January 2008)
Valve terminal is highly configurable
A highly flexible valve terminal permits any combination of valves and regulator modules and has advanced industrial Ethernet and fieldbus-based diagnostic capabilities. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 3 January 2008)
Multi-axis carbon fibre laying machine developed
User application article A multi-axis robotic carbon fibre tow laying machine, opeating at up to 8m/s, will dramatically accelerate production, improve strength and reduce waste. Brochure available
News from Festo (30 November 2007)
Stepper motors get servo functionality
An 'intelligent' stepper motor controller provides closed-loop current, speed and position control using encoder feedback and features CANopen fieldbus interface as standard. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 6 September 2007)
Electrical cylinder for programmable positioning
Festo has launched the DNCE series of electrical piston-rod cylinders with an intelligent servomotor option for all-in-one programmable positioning for industrial automation. Brochure available
News from Festo (21 May 2007)
Hydraulics company wins stockist of the year award
Festo has announced that fluid power specialist Norton Hydraulics has won its 'Premier Stockist of the Year' award for best sales growth and operational efficiency. Brochure available
News from Festo (18 May 2007)
Valve assemblies and actuators announced
Festo has recently substantially increased its RandD investment in process-specific components and sub-assemblies and will announce a new initiative at IWEX. Brochure available
News from Festo (10 May 2007)
Automation teach system replicates industry
A process automation learning system accurately replicates real-life industrial environments to facilitate hands-on automation training. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 2 May 2007)
Actuators ensure high accuracy assembly
User application article An automated assembly system designed to fabricate miniature sensor modules makes extensive use of electrical and pneumatic actuators to ensure high accuracy assembly and precision micro welding. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 4 April 2007)
Bearings reseller stockist appointment
The Inverness branch of Scots Bearings has been appointed a 'Premier Stockist' by Festo in the year of its tenth anniversary. Brochure available
News from Festo (20 March 2007)
Festo at Total 2007
At Total Processing and Packaging 2007, Festo will be launching new training initiatives and new product lines to help machine builders compete successfully in today's global marketplace. Brochure available
News from Festo (16 March 2007)
Mini slides redefine guided pneumatic actuators
Festo has launched a generation of mini slides that are set to redefine the market for guided pneumatic actuators. Brochure available
News from Festo (12 March 2007)
Festo to sponsor WorldSkills 2011 competition
The first Premier Partner from industry of the WorldSkills 2011 competition, Festo Didactic, has confirmed pledges of substantial funding for the event. Brochure available
News from Festo ( 6 March 2007)
Modular production system for design, engineering
Automation software package is low-cost
Pneumatically driven hoppers up flexibility
DC servo motors have fieldbus interfaces
Remote diagnostics of automation
Courses maximise personnel training benefits
High speed automation system cost 50% less
Internal/external service training set up
Festo appoints UK hydraulic equipment stockist
Intelligent analogue I/O modules are flexible
Festo appoints pneumatic products stockist
Ultra-fast cycle time accelerates pick and place
London will be world skills capital for 2011
Automated test system checks 240 devices/min
Air consumption optimised to cut energy costs
Festo awards Premier Stockist of the Year'
Electro-pneumatic valves platform set easily
Festo backs UK bid in WorldSkills competition
PLC workstation helps train students
Automation built around configurable manifold
Barr and Paatz appointed Festo integration partner
Festo and Gemu sign cooperation agreement
Automation components fit machine requirements
Pneumatic valve actuators are ATEX-certified
Linear positioning reduces machine build time
Compact pneumatics underpin lens making machine
Automation products sourced on-line
Pneumatic solenoid valves do tough tasks
Single-axis positioning is highly accurate
Imaging reduces bowl feeder changeover times
Vision inspection streamlines parts production
Festo appoints Kiowa as 'premier Stockist'
Servo-pneumatics ensure welding consistency
UK mechatronics team prepares to challenge
Servo-pneumatics suit product dispensing
Linear slide links seamlessly with grippers
Compressed air consumption analysis services begun
Careful pneumatics assessments assist start-ups
Rodless pneumatic cylinders have high capacity
Handheld terminal speeds up machine commissioning
UK pneumatics market growth could be deceptive
Festo appoints distributor in Lancashire
Compliant category 1GD proximity sensors
SCADA and LCs access sensor data
Automated circlip insertion ups output by third
Fest appoints West Midlands pneumatics stockist
Tomorrow the world - skills on show
Plug-together filter-regulator-lubricator family
New pneumatics stockist in SE London/Kent
Pneumatic cylinders take up 'half the room'
Ethernet PLC operates pneumatic valve terminals
Automation products maker names Scottish agent
Motion controller enhances cutting performance
Weighing'handling system operates on Fieldbus
Swivel/gripper modules are fast and save space
Automated filler injects 14,000 dough balls/hour
Extremely fast linear actuator moves large loads
Non-contact vision inspection needs no programming
Novel drive gives 'ready-to-go' axis positioner
Festo signs partnership alliance with GEA-Niro
Automation specialist selected for best true value
Pneumatics system helps mass test T-pieces
Festo Sponsors Engineering Skills
Pneumatic solutions? Ask for an Expotainer visit
ATEX demands pneumatic systems hazard tests
Premier Stockist of the Year title awarded
Engineering Tripos graduates study pneumatics
Modular air preparation system meets food specs
Front End Display makes the most of controls
Marshallers facilitate better product flow control
Catalogue focuses on automation training
Automation company launches training catalogue
Compact guided cylinders oust user configuration
Modular valve manifolds use compact units
Festo powers coffee manufacturing machinery
Cylinders reduce costs and lead times
Premier of the Year title awarded
Latest automation system products to be shown
Pick and place a 100g part in 0.6 sec cycle time
Pneumatics ensure beer travels well in korea
Pneumatic specifiers toolkit is easy reference too
Motek experience hints at business upturn
New pneumatics book teaches and inspires
Aesthetics and functionality put art into air
Valve terminals merge with fieldbus
Electrical boom axius extends handling range
One electronic unit controls all pneumatic valves
Pneumatics catalogue highlights stockists network
Valve terminal has user-friendly diagnostics
Vacuum generators are economical on air demands
Modular micro valves fit into tight spaces
Valve Terminal specifically for the food industry
Cylinders offer zero rotation under torque
Pneumatic equipment comprehensively catalogued
