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Centralized and decentralized automation concepts

Electrolyzers are important components in hydrogen production. Choosing the right automation concept for electrolyzers can have a significant impact on their performance and efficiency. In this article, we will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of centralized and decentralized automation concepts for electrolyzers, and highlight the differences between the two approaches.

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Reduce nitrogen and energy consumption

Semiconductor manufacturers are under increasing pressure to reduce their energy consumption and CO2 emissions. A good approach for you may be to optimize the use of nitrogen (N2) according to your needs. This is used in many applications in semiconductor factories.

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Reducing costs in semiconductor manufacturing

Semiconductor manufacturing is a highly complex task. Tiny structures in the nanometer range are produced when manufacturing semiconductors. The semiconductor industry therefore demands astonishing precision and miniaturization. A 7 nm transistor, for example, is around 30 to 40 times smaller than a red blood cell. Extreme precision with the smallest tolerances must be repeatable millions of times every day. But where exactly is the greatest potential for cost savings? In this article, we highlight the most important factors that significantly influence your operating costs in semiconductor manufacturing and show you valuable potential for cost savings.

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Functional safety for electrolyzers

In a world that increasingly relies on sustainable and efficient energy sources, electrolyzers play a critical role. These systems, which split water into hydrogen and oxygen, are key components in numerous industries, from energy production to chemical processing. But this essential technology also brings with it significant challenges for you – especially in the area of safety.

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Semiconductor production for increased yield

Manufacturing semiconductors is a complex process. Yield plays a decisive role here. Higher output improves profitability through less waste and lower costs. In this article, we examine the various factors that have a positive influence on yield in semiconductor production.

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Electrolyzer – Centralized Solutions

Centralized automation concepts are state of the art in the chemical industry. But does this also apply to hydrogen plants? Or do the requirements of the market demand a new automation architecture because they are changing rapidly? We are convinced that there are good reasons to automate your hydrogen production. Find out here how to get off to the best possible start.

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Controlled Pneumatics: New possibilities

Pressure, flow and movement can now be controlled very precisely – and exactly with the energy required. Controlled Pneumatics, the combination of proportional technology, sensor technology and control algorithms, not only improves automation processes that are already known – It also opens up new possibilities, especially in the area of pressure and flow. Also in play: Piezo valves that allow for very precise control.

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Ecological innovation

Climate and resource protection are becoming the most urgent task. How do we achieve energy savings and the reduction of CO2 emissions? How can we reduce our material consumption, recycle more and find alternative materials?

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A consistent fit: electric automation

What makes electrical automation from Festo so special? How do two of the experts in this technology from two continents justify this? Tom Worsnopp from Festo USA and Qiming Guo from Festo China discuss how well different requirements for electrical automation technology can be reconciled with Festo's automation platform.

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Automatic electric

Batteries are a crucial factor in electric vehicles. The need for batteries is immense. That is why giga factories are being built all over the world to produce battery cells. The development is clear: e-cars are on the rise. According to experts, the market share for combustion engines will continue to fall to around 45 percent in the next 5 years. The challenge is to produce such quantities in high quality profitably. The answer is: automation. This guarantees efficiency and economy.

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The Blue World approach from Festo

How to best handle with our blue planet is presenting humankind with unprecedented challenges. Securing the supply of the world's population and managing demographic changes appear to be in irreconcilable conflict with the protection of our natural resources. At Festo, we resolve this area of conflict with our expertise in automation technology and technical education and anchor them in the "Blue World".

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Technologies for a better life

A growing and aging world population requires more medical diagnostics and therapy. Advances in medicine identify new diseases and make them curable. Being able to analyze samples precisely is a necessity when it comes to making reliable diagnoses. Medical technology is used in therapy, helping to preserve life and make life easier. The global demand for medical technology and laboratory analysis is therefore increasing rapidly. We make our technological know-how available to this growth market for the precise, reliable automation of sensitive processes. ​

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Sustainability and climate protection

Combating climate change begins within our own four walls. That is why we at Festo are pursuing a sustainability strategy that is aligned with the development goals (SDGs) of the United Nations. From 2023, all our buildings in Germany and our global production and logistics locations will be CO2-neutral with regard to Scope 1 and 2. From 2026, the entire Festo Group will be CO2-neutral. With the decision to become CO2 neutral, we are assuming responsibility as a family-owned company – you can read what exactly that means for us and how we can support you in achieving your own goals here.