Handling the smallest amounts of liquids down to the microlitre range requires high levels of precision and flexibility because of the changing fluid properties of the different media. Pressure-controlled liquid handling systems enable precise, scalable liquid handling. Festo has suitable solutions for these systems, whether for pipetting, dispensing or aspirating. Individual modules are available, such as the smart pipette head DHOP, but as well the ...

Festo is both a global player and an independent family-owned company based in Esslingen am Neckar, Germany. The company has become one of the global market leaders in its sector over the past 60 years thanks to its innovations and problem-solving competency, as well as a unique range of technical education. Festo has been developing components and system solutions for equipment manufacturers who specialise in the automation of laboratory processes and ...

When the COVID-19 pandemic broke out, protective equipment was in short supply. Nursing staff didn’t have enough face masks, protective goggles, full-body protective suits, or hygienic disposable rubber gloves. To overcome at least the shortage of  gloves, AFA Technologies offers packaging machines and automated systems for quality control. The Malaysian company relies on pneumatic valve technology from Festo for its machines.