In practice

Festo automation technology aids restoration

Rapid leaps in innovation characterise the development of additive manufacturing processes. Rotterdam-based company Concr3de has been working on a 3D printer for stone for more than five years, developing an inkjet technique to participate in the reconstruction of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. They achieved this aim using automation technology from Festo.

In practice

Scaleable remote I/O and valve terminals

"In-basket and out-basket, or 'basket loader/unloader'?" laughs Van den Akker. Whatever their latest construction is called - it is Apollo Engineering's latest automation project. The installation collects filled cans and transfers them to an autoclave for sterilisation, collecting them again on the return.

In practice

Complete servo drive portfolio

Reducing complexity and securing reliable supply is critical to success when it comes to machine building. Nigel Dawson, Head of Business Development for Electric Automation at Festo explains how Festo is assisting the industry in connecting devices seamlessly and reducing the complexity of supply and control.