Intralogistics automation for manufacturing

Cut errors and delays with efficient, flexible intralogistics applications – electric, pneumatic, digital.

Explore intralogistics automation for faster, safer material flow. Cross-technology automation cuts mis-picks and manual handling, stabilises cycle times, and helps control energy costs while improving traceability. If your operation struggles with downtime or rising costs, this hub page shows where automation pays back. Start with the application that matches your challenge: lifting, bin picking, palletising, or switching. From there, follow the most relevant next step and either dive into the application page, get practical insights, or speak with an expert.

Dynamic transport solutions for every requirement

Intralogistics automation must cope with constant change: a wider product mix, shorter cycle times, and higher expectations on quality and traceability. Whether you need to push, lift, grip, convey, or move goods, we help you build a future-ready setup that fits your process and scales with your operation.

How we support intralogistics automation

  • Cross-technology automation: Combine electric, pneumatic, and digital automation in one coherent approach.
  • Fast integration: Seamless connectivity and plug-and-play options to connect equipment and systems.
  • Process optimisation: Use Festo AX for data-driven improvements with machine learning and AI.
  • Energy efficiency: Energy-efficient, resource-saving solutions that help meet your goals.
  • Global service: Get support and service where you operate.

Your benefits at a glance: Reduce picking errors and delays, handle changeovers with less disruption, and get clearer visibility across your intralogistics processes.

Intelligent bin picking for intralogistics

Interview


Mis-picks, slow exception handling, and uneven throughput often start at the picking point, especially with a diverse product mix. In this interview, Arquemino Lopes Junior, Intralogistics Industry Segment Manager at Festo, explains what intelligent, networked bin picking looks like in practice and how to improve reliability and picking quality in your flow.

As he puts it: “Modern intralogistics requires flexible, intelligent and networked systems in order to efficiently organise the flow of materials in warehouses and respond to complex requirements.”

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GripperAI – Intelligent Gripping with Artificial Intelligence​

GripperAI is an innovative software solution from Festo that has been specially developed for bin picking. It enables bin-picking robots and handling systems to pick up disorganized objects of different shapes precisely and flexibly. Thanks to artificial intelligence, the solution learns autonomously, adapts flexibly to new tasks, and thus optimizes the efficiency of your intralogistics. GripperAI can be easily integrated into existing automation environments. Get an overview of the most relevant aspects and interesting insights in our White Paper.​

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Use case: Optimized maintenance and order picking in intralogistics

Improve your intralogistics processes through the use of artificial intelligence. Optimize maintenance measures and increase efficiency in order picking.

Find out in the use case how artificial intelligence improves intralogistics processes and reduces costs.

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Festo AX: maximum efficiency thanks to AI

Optimise your intralogistics with data-based decisions. The Festo Automation Experience (Festo AX) software uses artificial intelligence to extract all the added value from your system data. This allows you to increase productivity and avoid quality losses.

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Festo Didactic: Expertise and training for intralogistics

Our training courses and learning solutions provide practical knowledge about key technologies such as AI-supported maintenance, digital networking and flexible automation. With tailored training programs and digital learning platforms, you can boost the expertise of your specialists, optimise system integration and create the basis for future-proof and competitive intralogistics.

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FAQs

What is intralogistics?

Intralogistics refers to all logistics processes within a company that deal with the transport, storage and management of materials and products. It includes technologies and processes that control the flow of materials and storage in order to optimise production processes. Intralogistics is a central component of the value chain and contributes to efficiency and flexibility in production.

What are intralogistics solutions?

Intralogistics solutions are technologies and systems that have been specially developed to optimise the flow of materials and goods within a company; this includes conveyor belts, sorting systems, robot arms and shelving systems. These solutions automate and accelerate processes, reduce the need for manual intervention and improve efficiency. Customised intralogistics solutions enable companies to reduce costs and increase productivity.

What is an intra-supply chain?

The intra-supply chain is a company's internal supply chain, which includes all the stages through which materials and products pass, from procurement to production and storage. It ensures that raw materials and goods are transported efficiently from one station to the next within the company. The aim of an intra-supply chain is to optimise the flow of materials and conveyor technology and operate the production chain without delays.

Is intralogistics an industry?

Intralogistics is not an independent sector, but an area that plays a role in numerous industries. Companies in the automotive industry, retail, food processing and many other industries use intralogistics solutions to make all their internal processes more efficient. Intralogistics is therefore an important part of various industry sectors, particularly in production and logistics companies.

What is intralogistics robotics?

Intralogistics robotics is the use of robots in internal logistics to automate tasks such as order picking, sorting and palletising. These robots can handle products of different shapes and weights and help to increase efficiency and reduce the workload of employees. Intralogistics robotics enables flexible and precise solutions for the flow of materials and improves companies' ability to respond to changing requirements.