FAQs – frequently asked questions clearly answered

What are pneumatics used for in industrial automation?

Pneumatics are used in industrial automation to transmit movement or force, which is usually done with the help of compressed air. The movement itself is carried out by actuators, while valves are used to control the actuators. Components of a simple pneumatic system are, for example: cylinder, directional control valve and other pneumatic components.

Pneumatic devices from Festo: what solutions are available?

The Festo range of pneumatic devices includes both ready-to-install automation systems and customised solutions for industrial processes.

Choose from a variety of:

  • Pneumatic and servo-pneumatic actuator technology
  • Pneumatic valves and valve terminals
  • Sensors, intelligent compact vision systems and controllers
  • Pneumatic devices for compressed air preparation, tubing and process valves

Where are pneumatic components from Festo used?

Pneumatic devices from Festo for actuator technology, whether as individual products or turnkey solutions, stand for innovation and maximum productivity in industrial and process automation. Our pneumatic devices are characterised by their particularly high functional safety and are used wherever high-quality solutions are required for smooth automation technology.