Automation for mining and the metal industry

From "net zero" to the toughest operating conditions and rigorous safety requirements, the demands on automation in mining, mineral processing and the metal industry are many and varied. Innovative technology ensures high yields, but must also operate reliably year after year. Festo supplies sturdy automation solutions that combine maximum productivity with outstanding system availability. Versatile options for the digitalisation of processes and services for every project phase make us a strong and reliable partner for the industry.

Knowledge and products for challenging tasks

Extreme temperatures, UV radiation, operation in high-altitude mountainous locations and exposure to corrosion, dirt, dust and acids place extreme demands on components in mining and the metal industry. Festo has been working for many years with operators, producers and system builders in the fields of metallic, industrial and energy raw materials and construction minerals and is very familiar with the harsh environmental conditions. We offer a comprehensive range of solutions with innovative technologies consisting of customised system solutions, artificial intelligence for predictive maintenance and networked components for modular automation.

Thomas Bertsch

"Decarbonisation has become the strongest investment driver in industry. As a sustainable company, this topic is also particularly close to our hearts. The good news is that productivity and environmental protection are not mutually exclusive. We can help you find a solution that is sustainable as well as safe and reliable, thanks to our innovative products and a global team of experts.

Thomas Bertsch
Industry Segment Mining and Metals Management

1. Hydrocyclones

You want to increase the system availability of your hydrocyclones? We can provide you with a reliable automation solution.

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Hydrocyclones

2. Flotation cells

Increase yield in mineral processing – simply by precisely controlling the froth level in your flotation cells.

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Flotation cells

3. Filter presses

Looking for reliable processes and optimised energy consumption? We have versatile solutions for the operation of filter presses.

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Filter presses

4. Coke production

Would you like to reduce emissions in the coke production process? This can be achieved with our solution for precise pressure control!

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Coke production

5. Coal dust injection at the blast furnace

We ensure the coal dust injection process is reliably automated, ensuring maximum system availability - thanks to precise compressed air supply.

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Coal dust injection at the blast furnace

6. Furnaces and blast furnaces

Extreme ambient conditions are not a problem for our customised components.

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Furnaces and blast furnaces

7. Aluminium smelters

Increase productivity and energy efficiency in the fused-salt electrolysis of primary aluminium.

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Aluminium smelters

8. Steelworks

Whether for continuous casting, rolling mills or other applications in the iron and steel industry, we deliver reliable automation solutions for high system availability.

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Steelworks

9. Foundry

We offer innovative automation concepts and versatile digital solutions, for die casting as well as extrusion.

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Foundry
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Products specially selected for you!

Here you will find our production selection for mining, mineral processing and the metal industry, ranging from drives and valve terminals to service units and many other components.

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Products specially selected for you!

Here you will find our production selection for mining, mineral processing and the metal industry, ranging from drives and valve terminals to service units and many other components.

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