Sicher ist sicher – in Sachen Maschinensicherheit darf es keine Abstriche geben. Beim Automatisierungsspezialisten Festo gibt es immer die passende Lösung. Zum Beispiel wenn ein zuverlässiges, pneumatisches Sperrventil gefragt ist – dann zeigt VBOC, was es kann.

Festo is showcasing at Automate 2025 its most innovative automation solutions, including multi-axis positioning systems. Festo positioning systems can be specified in minutes and, after delivery, installed and functioning in hours instead of weeks. (Festo Automate Booth #1619, May 12-15, Huntington Place, Detroit, Michigan)

Innovation in stepper motor technology means the gap between stepper and servo technology is narrowing. In applications where the performance of a servo motor is not required because there are no highly dynamic loads or high speed demands, the stepper (with its choice of battery-less encoders and motor brakes) offers closed loop positioning.