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Impulse
Synergies
Cover story
Water keeps the world moving
Among the greatest challenges
that we face for the future are sup-
plying the world with clean water
and energy-efficient recycling of
wastewater. Resource-efficient
process automation has a pivotal
role to play here.
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Further related articles
The water bearer
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Knowledge provides clarity
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Saving energy with pneumatics
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Rain under control
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Land of resources
Russia is a country rich in natural
resources. Its manufacturing industry is
also experiencing strong growth.
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Saving energy with pneumatics
In St. Petersburg, pneumatic automation
technology from Festo is providing
energy-efficient solutions for drinking
water treatment.
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The energy stays in the system
Industrial wet painting of workpieces
used to require energy-intensive exhaust
air and filter systems. A new method
uses up to 50 per cent less energy.
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Rain under control
Stormwater retention tanks prevent
overloads at wastewater treatment
plants. An energy self-sufficient, auto-
mated control system with pneumatic
actuators ensures greater reliability
and lower costs.
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Knowledge provides clarity
To meet future requirements for nation-
wide water supply and wastewater
disposal, South Africa needs more trained
personnel. Festo Didactic is helping
by providing practical basic and further
education.
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Two worlds come together
Integrated fluid and motion control
solutions from a single source can boost
productivity. Media valves simplify
factory automation.
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On your boards, get set, go!
The new high-speed edger from
Söderhamn Eriksson optimises
the cutting of boards. DSBC standard
cylinders with PPS cushioning
ensure smooth running and a long
service life.
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Saving lives with stainless steel
Platinum compounds are being used by
pharmaceutical companies to create
life-saving cancer treatments. Stainless
steel processor Heraeus is automating
its pharmaceutical plants using Festo
systems.
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Worldwide water
consumption
has tripled
in the last 50 years.
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Successful pilot project:
Energy self-sufficient automation
of stormwater retention tanks.
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