Prozessautomation

Steigerung der Rentabilität durch Prozessautomation

Moderne Fertigungs- und Verarbeitungsanlagen erfordern mehr als nur Steuerung. Sie benötigen eine verbesserte Effizienz, Ablaufsicherheit und Produktivität, um die Anlagenrentabilität zu steigern.

Durch die Automatisierung routinemäßiger Abläufe und die Integration der Anlagendaten in eine zentrale Plattform hat das, Bedienpersonal mehr Zeit zur Verfügung, um menschliche Fehler zu reduzieren und die Produktionskontinuität sicherzustellen.

Die Prozessautomation-Produkte von Festo bieten präzise Leistung, robuste Zuverlässigkeit und nahtlose Steuerung auf jeder Ebene der Automatisierungspyramide – von übergeordneten Abläufen bis hin zu Feldgeräten – und vereinen damit alle Vorteile der automatisierten Fluidprozesssteuerung.

Automation at every level: precision components from field to control

Festo’s comprehensive process automation catalog includes all the operator-, control-, and field-level solutions and accessories required for industrial fluid process control. It also features three powerful online configurator tools that enable customers to build automated ball valves, actuated butterfly valves, and quarter-turn actuator assemblies.

Precision components that power smarter automation

Positioners and Limit Switches – Deliver accurate valve control and provide essential system feedback.
Actuators – Enable reliable motion for process valves and other automation applications.
Pilot Valves – Offer fast and dependable switching performance.
Ball and Butterfly Valves – Provide robust shut-off capabilities suitable for a wide range of media types.
Media Valves – Process valves with integrated actuating mechanisms (pneumatic and solenoid).
Specialty Products – Engineered to address unique industry-specific challenges.

With Festo, your automation systems are engineered for high performance, long-term reliability, and seamless integration into your existing infrastructure.

FAQS

What types of process automation solutions does Festo offer?

Festo provides end-to-end solutions, including both field level components (like process valves, actuators, pilot valves, positioners, and limits switches) and control architecture (like valve terminals, remote I/O, PLCs and HMIs). Our systems are modular and scalable, suitable for both new installations and retrofits.

Which industries benefit most from Festo's process automation systems?

Festo's process automation solutions are designed to support a wide variety of industries. Currently, the food and beverage, automotive, hydrogen and semiconductor industries take the most advantage of our process products. However, each solution is tailored to meet the unique operational needs of your environment.

Can Festo components be integrated with existing control systems?

Yes. Festo components are designed to integrate easily into a wide range of existing control architectures. At the field level, our process products follow standard global interfaces like ISO 5211 and VDI/VDE 3845. For controls, our compatibility with common communication standards ensures smooth integration, whether you are enhancing part of a system or implementing a full-scale automation upgrade.

Do you offer support for system design and implementation?

Yes. Our automation experts provide assistance throughout the entire process, from initial planning to final commissioning. We help identify project goals, recommend appropriate components, and offer guidance during installation and training to ensure a successful implementation.

Does Festo offer training for my maintenance or engineering team?

Festo offers training programs to support the development of skills and knowledge needed to operate and maintain automation systems effectively.