At SEMICON Europe 2026, Festo will demonstrate how wafers can be moved efficiently, precisely, and reliably through the semiconductor manufacturing process. A networked demonstration system illustrates the complete workflow—from the FOUP through wafer alignment to further processing in wet chemical or vacuum-based applications.

The growing demand for specialized semiconductors—ranging from MEMS and SiC PowerChips to 2-nm GPUs and AI accelerators—is increasing the pressure on fabs and OEMs to operate their equipment cost-effectively while maintaining high process stability and repeatability. With solutions based on Controlled Pneumatics—a new generation of digitally controlled pneumatic technology—Festo helps machine builders and semiconductor manufacturers optimize process stability while reducing media consumption and energy usage.

Festo aims to extend the quality standards applied to its hardware to digital product and simulation models. This will enable machine builders to develop and validate automation solutions virtually with the highest possible degree of realism. In the future, such models are also expected to support the development and testing of autonomous automation systems.

By combining the EPRF electric cylinder and the EMMH servomotor, both made of stainless steel, Festo now offers a high-performance electric drive solution for the food, packaging, and pharmaceutical industries. Together with the appropriate motor cable, the motor, cable, and drive form a fully coordinated, complete hygienic design solution from a single source.