After the successful conclusion of the PLCnext Community Summit, which took place this year from 30 September to 1 October at the automation specialist Festo in Esslingen, the organisers draw a thoroughly positive conclusion. Phoenix Contact, Festo and Yaskawa had invited to this event. The summit gathered developers, partner companies and technology enthusiasts. In an open and lively atmosphere, around 90 participants came together to make innovations ...

From 9 to 13 September 2025, Herning in Denmark will become the European center for professional excellence: At this edition of EuroSkills, around 600 trai-nees from 33 European countries will compete against each other in 38 disciplines. The European Championships for Apprenticeships not only offer a stage for outstanding achievements, but also a diverse supporting programme with interactive offers for up to 100,000 visitors – all under the ...

Europe's largest center of excellence for artificial intelligence and modern robotics, Cyber Valley, has gained a new Corporate Network partner in Festo. In the year of its 100th anniversary, one of the leading manufacturer of automation technology is taking the next step in bringing modern AI technologies into industrial practice. Cyber Valley offers a platform for scientists and companies to deepen basic research in machine learning, intelligent ...

Efficiency, process stability and energy savings are key factors in modern production, especially in applications involving sensitive goods. Achieving this requires an intelligent control concept that precisely and flexibly regulates pressure and flow while minimizing energy consumption. With Controlled Pneumatics, Festo offers the perfect solution by combining proportional technology, sensor systems, and digital control.