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Highlights
2017
You rely on maximum flexibility.
You are looking for intelligent and intuitive solutions.
We are making pneumatics go digital.
Browse our digital edition!

www.festo.com/highlights
Dear customers,
Innovation and speed – these are the two key aspects that best
describe the ways in which we will be making you more productive in
2017. One of our exceptional innovations is our Festo Motion Terminal
VTEM – a world first that is set to catapult pneumatics into the digital
age of Industry 4.0.
The Festo Motion Terminal VTEM is the first valve solution to be

controlled by motion apps, and an innovation that transports
pneumatics into new dimensions. It is self-diagnosing, self-adapting
to external influences, offers transparent processes and is clearly
identifiable with a digital map in the form of a product key.
The Festo Motion Terminal combines the best of electronics and

pneumatics, is unbelievably flexible, and also helps to promote
standardisation in production. Its capabilities include complex
movements and variable positioning, a high level of functionality,
lower energy consumption and, last but not least, a significant
reduction in the number of components required. This is digital
simplicity that shortens engineering time and reduces complexity.
See for yourself!
The core product range is fast, cost-effective and always available.

More than 2200 high-quality products with a star are either held in
stock and available for dispatch within 24 hours, or can be configured
and shipped within 5 days – wherever you are in the world! Our
products are also available in large quantities and always come at a
very attractive price. The core product range covers the electrical and
pneumatic control chain in full, and it can handle over 80% of
Dr Ansgar Kriwet, Member of the Management
Board, Sales, Festo AG
applications quickly and easily.
You can be sure that we are always working to boost your productivity
– both now and in the future. That is our goal – meeting your chal-
lenges quickly, reliably, simply and efficiently with our automation
solutions, services and training programmes.
Productivity is our core business – and our passion. That is what

makes us engineers of productivity. Why not take advantage of this?
Dr Ansgar Kriwet, Member of the Management Board, Sales, Festo AG

Contents 5
Table of contents
3 Editorial
5 Contents
6 Simply more productive
8 Digitisation
10 Festo Motion Terminal
16 Pneumatic drives 36 Air preparation and
Flexible gripper finger DHAS – light and adaptable connection technology
18 A safe and simple connection – transparent tubing PUN-H-T
Flexible gripper finger DHAS-GF 38
Standards-based cylinder with low-friction DSBC-L1 Energy efficiency module MSE6-E2M
Rotary indexing table DHTG with energy throughfeed Safety couplings NPHS
19 Hand slide valve VBOH
Semi-rotary vane drive DRVS with position sensor SRBS-Q1/Q12 39
Push-on flange DARF and flange mounting DAMF for semi-rotary vane Transparent tubing PUN-H-T
drive DRVS PTFE tubing PTFEN
Additions to the twin-piston semi-rotary drive DRRD Vacuum generator OVEM
20 Manipulators in automotive assembly – a low-friction solution 40 The Protection Box for Air Preparation
22 Electric drives and handling systems 42 Sensors and vision systems

Versatile, economical, perfectly fitting – handling technology from Festo The new pressure sensor SPAN: extremely compact and
24 versatile!
Servo press kit YJKP for electrical press-fitting applications 44
Compact handling system YXMx Sensor/actuator distributor NEDY
Compact planar surface gantry EXCM-40 Signal converter SCDN
25 Flow sensor SFAW
Linear gantry EXCT 45
Toothed belt and spindle axes ELGA-TB/BS-KF ATEX proximity sensor SDBT-MS...EX6
Integrated drive EMCA Vision sensor SBSx
Checkbox CHB-C-N
26 State-of-the-art automation
46 The pressure sensor SPAU monitors processes
28 Valves and valve terminals

Extremely precise and economical: proportional control valves with 48 Process automation
piezo technology Very flexible with extremely high flow rates: angle seat
30 valve VZXA
Proportional pressure regulating valves VEAA/VEAB 50
Proportional flow control valve VEMD Quarter turn actuator DFPD
Proportional valve VEMP Quarter turn actuator DFPD-HD
31 Closed-loop-controlled linear actuator DFPI
Sturdy valve VUVS-...-S 51
Compact valve VUVG-...-S Ball valve VZBD
Valve terminal VTUG Pinch valve VZQA
32 Angle seat valve VZXA
Flow control valve VPCF
Dispense head VTOE
52 Fresh water for Bursa
Valve terminals MPA-C, MPA-L and MPA-S
33
CODESYS V3 embedded controller CPX-CEC-C1/S1/M1-V3 with OPC UA
ISO-1 valve VSVA with electric timer function 54 Future concepts
Valve terminal VTSA/VTSA-F Superconductors and levitating motion: the technology
of the future
34 Safety with CPX-F modules
6 Simply more productive
You want reduced complexity.

You require easy running processes.
We are your route to simplicity.
Simply more productive 7
Simply more productive

Our core product range has been selected by our experts based on customer
requirements in order to simplify your work and to make you even more productive.
More than 2200 components from every phase of the pneumatic and electrical control
chain make your life easier. From air preparation, valves and cylinders to grippers –
with the core product range, 80% of all applications can be accomplished effortlessly
and quickly, even when large quantities are needed. And at a low price.
Fast delivery, available worldwide Safety built-in

Products marked with a full star are held Fast ordering, fast delivery, fast installation
in stock and are available for dispatch just and fast replacement: the proven technology
24 hours after placing the order. Configurable in every product makes assembly, commis-
products with the outline star can be deliv- sioning and operation simpler and safer for
ered within five days. All these components OEMs and end customers. See for yourself
are available worldwide. Quality remains at a how the core product range is an investment
consistently high level thanks to automated that always pays off.
production in state-of-the-art plants such as
Scharnhausen in Germany, Mason Ohio in the
USA and Jinan in China. What's more, our
logistics chain is designed to ensure you More information about our q/wproducts:
receive your deliveries quickly. www.festo.com/corerange
8 Digitisation
Digitisation 9
Digitisation – the megatrend for

new productivity
The virtual and real worlds are growing ever closer together – and are leading to Industry 4.0.
Increased digitisation is one of the basic prerequisites of this process, which merges modern
information and communication technologies with conventional industrial processes and uses
them to create cyber-physical systems.
The ever-increasing ability to collect and Smart products for the future On the road to Industry 4.0
acquire data in real time is opening up new Products from Festo are becoming increas- The automation platform CPX for the valve
dimensions for products and production ingly intelligent and incorporate more and terminals MPA and VTSA is one of the first
processes. Smart products are becoming more software-based applications as well as products to demonstrate an integrated
new sources of data and supplementing or the ability to integrate embedded functions. industry approach and to be equipped with
replacing other data sources. This capability Smart products optimise themselves, adapt decentralised intelligence. The electrical
is enabling functions from higher control to external influences, identify themselves terminal with diagnostic capabilities can
levels to become decentralised as compo- and have a digital map in the form of a provide condition monitoring functions and
nents are able to perform the tasks them- product key. Integrated sensor technology make decisions on site. Like the compact
selves. Alongside the existing fully auto- ensures that processes are transparent and controller CECC and the display and operating
mated production processes, adaptive self-diagnosing, thus enabling preventive unit CDPX, it has an OPC UA interface. The
concepts for individual and economical maintenance. energy efficiency module MSE6-E2M is a
production down to a batch size of 1 are world first and can also evaluate the meas-
becoming possible. Their technologies are And when it comes to networking, the availa- ured pressure and flow data as well as
continually adapting to changing conditions bility of universal standards and interfaces is initiate suitable measures.
and responding to intervention by people. also important. That is why Festo uses the
In new plants such as the Scharnhausen OPC UA common interface. As a rule, smart The next step: digital pneumatics
Technology Plant in Germany, Festo is already products are plug-&-produce-compatible as A genuine Industry 4.0 component that
introducing these principles. they are able to network intelligently and is the first to be launched on the market is
then configure themselves. It is only through the Festo Motion Terminal VTEM. It is the
self-organising components that production world's first pneumatic automation platform
plants really become flexible – and therefore to be controlled by apps and demonstrates
able to meet constantly changing require- how digitisation is making its way into
ments. pneumatics.
A world first: digitised pneumatics!
Digital simplicity: maximum flexibility combined

with high levels of standardisation
For the first time ever, the functions of a valve can CPX module
be controlled and changed by software – without With CPX, you have the option
the need to change the hardware. This com- of using many different control
pletely new, intelligent technology, which systems and end user
combines pneumatics, electronics and software specifications, as well as all
control, can be used to realise simple directional the usual digital and analogue
control valve functions through to complex I/O modules.
motion tasks which until now were restricted to
servo-pneumatic or electric automation.
Diagnostic functions for condition monitoring
and reduced energy consumption can also be
implemented more easily. All in all, the high level
of functional integration of the Festo Motion
Terminal significantly reduces process costs and
complexity compared to conventional solutions,
in downstream processes too.
Fit for Industry 4.0

The Festo Motion Terminal is making pneumatics
fit for Industry 4.0 thanks to the integrated sen-
sors for transparent processes, the possibility of
self-optimisation or self-adaptation to external
influences, a digital map in the form of a product
key or OPC UA as an optional Industry 4.0
interface.
Outstanding energy efficiency

The Festo Motion Terminal uses an integrated
concept to ensure energy-efficient operation. In
addition to apps for saving energy, low-energy
piezo valves have been developed for controlling
the main valve stages. These reduce the energy
consumption for the pilot control by up to 90% –
with a service life of up to 300 million switching
cycles.
Ethernet WebConfig interface

When it comes to efficient
parameterisation the choice is
yours: you can either use an
intuitive WebConfig user
interface via the PC's web
browser or easily access the
(PLC) machine control system
as usual – without the need for
2017 available in: Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Czech
Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greater additional configuration
China, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, South Korea, software.
Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, USA. Global rollout in 2018.
Festo Motion Terminal 11
Pneumatics is an easy-to-control technology and is now becoming even more simple, versatile
and flexible – with the brand-new Festo Motion Terminal VTEM. Motion apps are moving
pneumatics into the age of Industry 4.0. These apps control a single piece of hardware and
can replace over 50 individual components.
Input module
Up to 16 analogue or digital
inputs for direct control
applications such as Soft Stop.
Valve
The app-controlled valve
comprises 4 2/2 diaphragm
poppet valves, which are
controlled by 4 piezo pilot
valves. The integrated stroke
and pressure sensors provide
optimal control and transparent
condition monitoring.
The interplay between the
components and the bridge
circuit design, which enables
Controller with motion app independent pressurisation and
The core of the Motion Terminal offers decentralised intelligence venting, are what make the valve
and rapid control. From here, the motion apps are assigned to the so flexible.
individual valves.
Motion Apps
• Directional control valve functions Flow/pressure Flow/pressure
port 2 port 4
• Proportional directional control valve U U
P P
• Soft Stop
• Proportional pressure regulation
• Model-based proportional pressure regulation
• ECO drive
• Selectable pressure level Bridge circuit in the valve
• Leakage diagnostics
• Supply and exhaust air flow control
• Presetting of travel time Find out more:
www.festo.com/motionterminal
Flexibility and standardisation hand

in hand: 10 motion apps – 1 piece of
hardware
The Festo Motion Terminal offers you benefits throughout the entire value chain, from the
design to the modernisation of your machine. The motion apps, which control a single piece of
hardware, are an integral part. They allow you to standardise your applications while offering
unparalleled levels of flexibility. Additional apps are already planned.
Directional control valve functions

Maximum flexibility for special purpose machines as well as for
handling systems in series production. You can modify standard
directional control valve functions such as 4/2, 4/3 and 3/2 at any
time and as often as necessary, even during operation. This enables
you to respond to a large number of requirements at the touch of a
button.
Proportional directional control valve

For the first time at Festo, two proportional flow control functions have
been integrated in one valve and on one platform, resulting in an
economical and compact solution.
Soft Stop
Shorten your cycle times by up to 70%! With Soft Stop, you can
implement highly dynamic yet gentle positioning motion without wear-
prone shock absorbers. This reduces maintenance times, increases
the service life of your system and thus enhances your productivity.
Proportional pressure regulation

Save space and hardware costs by combining the functions of two
individual and independent proportional pressure regulators in just
one valve – including with vacuum!
Model-based proportional pressure regulation

With model-based control, there's no need for external sensors.
By storing fewer boundary parameters for the system, such as tube
length, tube diameter and cylinder size, the anticipatory control
system ensures maximum accuracy, as the app can compensate for
a drop in pressure and volume using the control technology.
ECO drive
Reduce costs by operating your actuator with the minimum pressure
necessary for the load. There is therefore no rise in pressure in the
drive chamber at the end of the movement. This enables energy
savings of up to 70%. With a single DSBC32-100 with a 2 kg load,
this is a saving of approx. €100 a year.
Selectable pressure level

Save energy by setting several pressure levels. Simply set the
pressure for selected movements to a level of your choice.
Additionally, you can control the speed by adjusting the flow control
function.
Leakage diagnostics
Fewer system downtimes and faster fault detection due to preventive
maintenance. Separate diagnostic cycles and defined threshold values
enable you to detect and localise individual leaks in the application
operated by the Festo Motion Terminal.
Supply and exhaust air flow control

Do away with separate flow control valves on the actuator and set
tamper-proof travel speeds quickly and conveniently at the touch of a
button. There is also an option to implement new motion sequences
such as dynamic flow control adjustment.
Presetting of travel time

For quick and easy commissioning and stable operation, all you have
to do is enter the travel time for the advancing and retracting motion.
The exhaust air flow control function adapts itself to the travel time
and then maintains it. The system automatically adjusts the values in
the case of influences such as increased friction due to wear.
Cinema 4.0: great movies with the Festo

Motion Terminal
Experiencing films with all the senses – this is what cinema audiences can do in one of the
world's 18,000 MediaMation cinema seats. With this concept, the whole body participates in
the movie. The movements are controlled by a Festo Motion Terminal VTEM. This provides a
unique way of combining digitisation and pneumatics.
A chase involving sports cars is unfolding Compact and simple

on the screen. On a hairpin bend, the cinema The motion profiles for the films are pro-
seats tilt to the left – only to swing back to cessed in a controller CPX-CEC directly on
the right when the car is travelling straight the Festo Motion Terminal. Many hardware
ahead again. The cinemagoers feel the components previously required are now
unevenness of the road surface, hear the superfluous. Three valves VTEM control the
screeching of the tyres when the driver three actuators of each cinema seat, while
brakes and smell burnt rubber and exhaust one valve is responsible for pressure
fumes. Suddenly water is splashed into the regulation. Inexpensive standard valves
audience's faces as the car drives through VUVG-…-S from Festo's core product range
a puddle. At the same time, they can feel a are used for the effects such as the gusts
draft of air blowing through their hair. of wind.
The cinema audience becomes one with the “The Festo Motion Terminal makes everything
film. In the MX4D Motion EFX seats produced much easier for us. Installation, commission-
by the Californian company MediaMation, the ing, diagnostics and fault-finding can now be
audience has the feeling that they are actors realised with far fewer components,” says a
themselves. The seats incline, shimmy and very pleased Dan Jamele, CEO of Media
lift. Effects and synchronised movements Mation.
with gusts of wind, water splashes, vibration
and scents are piped in through the V2 EFX Digitisation and apps
armrests of the cinema seats, while pressure As a key contributor to Industry 4.0, VTEM
points are incorporated in the backs of the allows many new functions to be integrated
seats. thanks to digitisation and piezo technology.
“We already have many different apps to
Industry 4.0 makes it all possible choose from, such as proportional pressure
Industry 4.0 is delivering “Cinema 4.0” – regulation, presetting of travel time and
the Festo Motion Terminal VTEM controls all selectable pressure level, depending on each
kinds of motion and triggers all the effects. individual film scene,” explains Takayoshi
This versatile pneumatic control system Kawakami, Director of Engineering at Media
integrates digital functions into a single Mation. MediaMation with its fast and
valve. Preprogrammed function modules intuitive operation is very well received in the
and motion apps eliminate the need for age of “Cinema 4.0”.
costly system structures. The motion apps
“Proportional directional control valve” and
“Proportional pressure regulation” control
the flow rates and pressures to ensure fast
and powerful yet gentle and precise motion
sequences.
Digital simplicity:
the motion apps make
pneumatics go digital.
It enables numerous
functions, including
some completely new
ones, to be produced
with one valve design.
Right in the middle of the film, the Festo Motion Terminal makes cinema seats very mobile and generates some surprising effects. The audience experiences
each scene with all their senses.
16 Pneumatic drives
Flexible gripper finger DHAS – light and

adaptable
Bionics – learning from nature

What does it mean? First, we gather inspiration
from nature and investigate biological principles.
We then use these to extrapolate basic technical
principles and create a bionic adaptation or
technology platform. The next step is to transfer
this to a technical application. Discussions about
new technical applications are always started
well in advance and influence the automation
concepts of tomorrow.
The Fin Ray Effect® is a concrete example of how

learning from nature is transferred to automation
technology. High-performance: the tapered
gripper fingers enable even slim
packages to be gripped.
The Fin Ray® principle
The Fin Ray® principle is based on the wavelike
movement of a fish's tail fin and applied to an
industrial application. Like the fin, a design with
the Fin Ray Effect® does not bend away when
pressure is applied at the side, but instead wraps
around the pressure point. This enables the
gripper fingers to gently close around the item
and allows fragile and irregularly shaped objects
to be gripped safely. Compared with standard
gripper fingers, the adaptive gripper's outstand-
ing feature is its significantly lower weight.
Safe: the form-fitting motion of the
gripper finger adapts to the shape
of the workpiece.
A captivating solution for form-fitting gripping

Whether you have small or large bottles, tubes or
jars, the flexible gripper finger DHAS can pick up
virtually any shape extremely gently and without
leaving any marks. Find clever solutions to your
packaging tasks! We can support you:
www.festo.com/packaging
Pneumatic drives 17
The flexible and sensitive gripper finger offers gentle gripping, low-vibration transport and
impact-free placement. Based on a motion principle found in nature, this innovative gripper
finger is the ideal solution for all delicate surfaces and sensitive materials.
Innovative: The soft polyurethane

material is perfectly suited to gently
gripping sensitive workpieces.
Flexible: the gripper fingers can grip

differently shaped parts.
Convenient: DHAS is available as

a standard gripper solution with a
mounting kit and mounting bracket
for long-stroke grippers or with an
individual attachment for customer-
specific gripper systems.
Find out more:

www.festo.com/dhas
18 Pneumatic drives
Flexible gripper finger Standards-based cylinder Rotary indexing table DHTG

DHAS-GF with low-friction feature with energy throughfeed
DSBC-L1
The adaptable gripper finger for gentle and Hard work – smooth running: the cylinder Energy throughfeed for unlimited
safe gripping! for load balancing. rotation!
Use two gripping principles in just one Balancing cylinders should be easy to The energy throughfeed is a world first that
product for gentle yet safe gripping! When actuate, need to respond quickly and be enables electrical signals or compressed air
looking at the cross-section, the gripper's moved with low resistance. For example, to be transferred through the hollow shaft,
ribs and edges form a mesh-type structure, if an application requires load balancing, ensuring the parts attached to the rotary
known as the Fin Ray® principle. These con- the operator should be able to position table are supplied quickly and easily. There
nections produce a wave-like shape when a the (often heavy) workpiece precisely and is no limit to the rotation angle.
force is applied to them, which is ideal for without exerting any force. The low-friction
form-fitting gripping. feature of the DSBC makes it ideal for this The pneumatic rotary indexing table DHTG is
task. designed for partially automated systems,
To make the most of the advantages of the equipment buffers, swivel tasks and separa-
blue gripper finger, it is recommended to Special seals reduce the friction, significantly tion tasks. It offers high load-bearing
install it on a long-stroke gripper using a lowering the break-away pressure. The capacity, precision and cost-effectiveness,
mounting kit. To achieve optimum gripping cylinder responds even at a low operating and its compact design and user friendliness
results, the length of the gripper fingers pressure. set new benchmarks.
should roughly correspond to the diameter
of the workpieces to be gripped. Operating behaviour is optimised through • Unlimited rotation
a special low-friction grease which allows • Rigid tubing connection at the connection
• Adapts to the workpiece contour the cylinder to respond immediately to the point
• Various diameters and shapes can be slightest changes in load. • Internal, protected tubing
gripped
• Three different sizes • Simple start-up from the rest position
• Can be integrated into human/robot • No stick-slip effect at low pressures
collaboration concepts • Comprehensive range of accessories
• Self-adjusting cushioning PPS makes
it easier to install
Pneumatic drives 19
Semi-rotary vane drive Push-on flange DARF and Additions to the twin-piston
DRVS with position sensor flange mounting DAMF for semi-rotary drive DRRD
SRBS-Q1/Q12 semi-rotary vane drive DRVS
Swivel to the left or the right – always ready Comprehensive range of accessories. A real go-getter! Big performance at
for action. Top swivelling performance. a small price.
The semi-rotary vane drive DRVS is a compact With its compact design, low weight, simple Whether you just require speed or also need
and high-performance product with reliable, optional sensing and operational perfor- to be able to handle high loads, the twin-
precise and powerful swivelling movements. mance with forces up to 20 Nm, the DRVS is piston semi-rotary drive DRRD is the perfect
Its clear and functional design allows it to ideal for use in harsh environments, for solution. With elastic or hydraulic internal
support swivel motions in the background example in assembly systems, in tool making cushioning, or additional external cushioning,
and be integrated harmoniously into any and in general machine building. Its range it is suitable for all types of motion paths.
system. And the new sensor solution SRBS is and functionality are now expanded thanks
a perfect fit – it can be assembled in a matter to the addition of new accessories. New: the additional attachable drive shaft.
of seconds and is infinitely adjustable. For even greater versatility when it comes to
The push-on flange DARF is versatile, easy to designing your connections. Even shorter
• Lightweight handle, and quick and easy to mount. swivelling cycles can be achieved with the
• Quick and easy installation new shock absorber.
• Sealed and durable shell construction The flange mounting DAMF makes installing
the DRVS fast, simple and extremely • Shorter swivelling cycles
convenient, saving you valuable time. • The right shock absorber variant for every
application
• Wide choice of connection options thanks
to the new drive shaft
20 Pneumatic drives
Manipulators in automotive assembly –

a low-friction solution
Manipulators help workers in automotive plants to handle heavy and bulky vehicle modules.
They have to be easy to operate and move with minimum force. With this in mind, EFS has
developed a number of smart handling solutions which incorporate special low-friction
cylinders from Festo.
Manipulators support the installation process Development partnership

for modular car body assemblies and EFS and Festo have formed a strong
determine the level of quality. Cockpit, roof development partnership. As a result, EFS
and front-unit modules are not intrinsically has designed a manipulator together with
stable, and have to be incorporated into the Festo, which enables cumbersome, pre-
mounting fixture, aligned and installed within assembled modules to be moved from a
the cycle time in accordance with customer- carrier to a conveyor. “In order to develop a
specific tolerance requirements. EFS Gesell suitable low-friction cylinder, EFS provided us
schaft für Hebe- und Handhabungstechnik with a handling unit,” explains Frank Müller,
mbh, a company specialising in lifting and the sales engineer responsible for EFS at
handling technology from Nordheim near the Festo.
German city of Heilbronn has 100 employees
The low-friction
and is proud of the more than 5000 manipu- This low-friction cylinder had to have an cylinder DSBC-L1
lators it has installed worldwide. extremely small breakaway torque, very little with its exceptional
friction and smooth running characteristics. running characteris-
tics ensures that
“Almost no two manipulators are alike,” The pneumatic cylinder also has to bear the the manipulator is
explains EFS Director Christoph Göller. In fact, load while the operator uses the manipulator well received by its
each new vehicle model requires new equip- to lift and move the vehicle module. The aim operators.
ment. was to minimise the force exerted on the

operator.
Ready for use with multiple vehicle models
Manipulators can handle modules for a large Smooth running guaranteed
number of vehicle models. “A single assem- The low-friction cylinder DSBC-L1 provided
bly line includes an unbelievable range of the basis for the solution. By using different
models,” observes Göller. Compact cars, seals and a different interior, it runs even
SUVs or mid-size cars are all mixed together. more smoothly than before. Thanks to the
The assembly stages are precisely defined low breakaway torque and its smooth
and demand strict time frames for installing running characteristics, it couldn't be easier
the vehicle modules. Screwdriving, measur- for the operator of the manipulator to take
ing and control technology is often integrated hold of and handle the vehicle modules.
into the mounting fixtures. “When it comes to The low-friction cylinder DSBC-L1 comes at
screwdriving technology in particular, screw- an attractive price and is ISO-compliant.
driver times are often a problem. They cannot Handling specialist Göller uses his experience
be influenced and our manipulators have to to explain why the Festo low-friction series
adapt to the time frame,” explains Göller. was an excellent choice. “This EFS manipula-
“This means that we need to automate many tor will be well received thanks to its excep-
of the functions on handling units.” tional low-friction characteristics,” he
confirms.
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Making light work of heavy loads: with the smooth-running manipulator, vehicle or cockpit systems can be moved to the right place and
assembled in a stable manner.
22 Electric drives and handling systems
Versatile, economical, precisely fitting –

handling technology from Festo
Extensive range of standard handling systems

The Festo product range extends from single-axis
system and 2D linear and planar surface gantries
all the way up to 3D gantries for an exceptionally
wide variety of applications.
With the Handling Guide Online, you will find the Configure and order quickly and
right standard handling system quickly and easily efficiently online
in just 20 minutes, including the CAD model.
Get started and order now:

www.festo.com/handling-guide
Fully assembled and

tested: rapid installation
guaranteed
Perfectly coordinated:
motor, gear unit,
controller and energy
chain
Short delivery times

Electric drives and handling systems 23
Choose the right solution from the range: use our innovative configurators and greatly speed
up your project planning and design processes. With Festo, you can configure your individual
handling system in just 20 minutes.
Full flexibility for load, dynamic response, working space

and mechanics are all possible with our high-speed variants
or compact handling systems.
High-speed handling systems

Complete solution for highly
dynamic movement and
One part number, one delivery date: positioning with high precision
for straightforward order processing and excellent dynamic response
and reduced logistics for up to 150 picks/min.
Compact handling systems

Minimum installation space,
maximum coverage of the
working space. Compact, flat
design. Delivered preparameter-
ised and ready to install.
What's more, if you have specific requirements for a precisely

Area of application: for fitting solution for your system, our automation experts will
low and high payloads be happy to plan the project for you and provide you with an
individual quotation.
Complete documentation
incl. CAD model and
calculation data
Find out more:

www.festo.com/handling
24 Electric drives and handling systems
Servo press kit YJKP for Compact handling system Compact planar surface
electrical press-fitting YXMx gantry EXCM-40
applications
The pre-assembled system kit comprising The flexible basic platform for a wide variety Maximum working space coverage with
software, controller and hardware. of desktop applications. extremely compact design.
YJKP gives you just the software functions The matching, ready-to-use YXMx system The parallel kinematic drive concept ensures
you need for your press application. The is made for tasks such as screwdriving, low moving masses: the recirculating toothed
highly precise press system with outstanding dispensing, testing, soldering, gripping, belt, driven by fixed motors, moves the slide
repetition accuracy can be configured easily opening and closing containers, and much within a two-dimensional area. The IP20 drive
using a Festo modular system, allowing you more besides. The system comprises and controller package is preparameterised
to adapt it to suit your needs. The modular software, a controller and kinematics based for easy commissioning. The encoder allows
operating software comes pre-installed in the on the EXCM. All you have to do is attach a closed-loop servo operation.
controller so it's ready to use immediately. front unit. Thanks to the predefined function
No programming skills are required – it's a elements in the supplied software library, The large variety of applications range from
quick, simple and inexpensive solution. programming and commissioning are quick laboratory automation to small parts
Together with matching standard compo- and easy. This makes it easier to integrate assembly and electronics manufacturing.
nents from Festo, it can be used for electrical the system into the application environment.
press-fitting applications up to 17 kN. All you With its high processor performance and The EXCM series offers two further planar
have to do is integrate it! range of interfaces, the compact controller surface gantries for smaller working spaces
CECC-X enables numerous functions to be and lower payloads: EXCM-10 and EXCM-30.
• Always exactly the right configuration carried out in very small spaces.
• Less expensive than conventional press- • High-performance thanks to 48 V DC supply
fitting systems • Ready-to-use system voltage
• Very high positioning and repetition • Operational reliability: matching software • Loads up to 4 kg with maximum dynamic
accuracy and hardware response
• Software and hardware from a single • Defined interface to the host system • Maximum working space 2000 x 1000 mm
source • Easy programming and commissioning • Stroke scalable in the X- and Y-axes
• Versatile monitoring functions in real time • Compact with an optimum installation/ • Optionally with mounted Z-axis
• Easy to integrate into your own system working space ratio • In addition: adjusting kit, end position
concept • Optionally with mounted Z-axis and camera switches
• Industry 4.0-compatible thanks to OPC UA
interface
Linear gantry EXCT Toothed belt and spindle axes Integrated drive EMCA
ELGA-TB/BS-KF
Dynamic and flexible: the Cartesian high- Powerful, dynamic and protected, the ELGA The perfect solution for positioning drives.
speed pick & place system EXCT. effortlessly masters your tasks.
The parallel kinematic drive concept used in The modular ELGA series is now complete The complete solution EMCA consists of a
the linear gantry EXCT has two fixed motors with a wide variety of guides! New: the maintenance-free and wear-resistant EC
and a recirculating belt. This means that the versatile ELGA-KF. It features an internal motor and drive system (motor controller).
motor for the Z-axis does not move. Enabling recirculating ball bearing guide for maximum This drive system also includes integrated
over 90 picks per minute, this compact com- load capacity and rigidity, as well as a cover power electronics. Integrated monitoring
plete solution is the most dynamic alternative band for best possible guide protection. The functions ensure reliability and availability.
to conventional solutions with free move- ELGA-G with plain-bearing guide is perfect for The EMCA senses the absolute position
ment. The matching control package ensures simple positioning tasks, or as a drive axis using a single-turn encoder as standard or
precise point-to-point or path-controlled where an external guide is used. The roller optionally with a multi-turn encoder. The
movements. It is both attractively priced and bearing guide variant ELGA-RF is brilliant for Festo Configuration Tool (FCT) software
energy efficient, thus keeping costs down. highly dynamic tasks or medium-sized loads. makes parameterisation and commissioning
Series components and reduced vibrations The motor can be flexibly mounted on any of quick and easy.
ensure a long service life. four sides, which can be changed at a later
date. • 64 freely programmable position sets
• High dynamic response for a large payload • Multi-turn encoder with buffering
• Three sizes for loads of up to 10 kg • Very high feed forces with toothed belt and (resolution up to 32 bits or > 4 billion
• Scalable strokes for covering a range of spindle drives revolutions)
working spaces • Sturdy stainless-steel cover band for • Degree of protection IP54 as standard, with
• Optionally with control system protection against contamination and IP65 available as an option, for direct
• Versatile front unit interface for rotating minimum particle emission installation in the system
and gripping solutions • Optional: food-safe materials and • Activation via CANopen, Ethernet/IP and
• Integrated energy chain concept for easy lubricants I/O interface, PROFINET and Modbus®/TCP
installation • Passive guide axis ELGA-KF in 3 sizes (70,
• Flexible motor assembly 80 and 120) on request
26 Electric drives and
Pneumatic handling systems
drives
Harwin – State-of-the-art automation

Harwin PLC based in England has been manufacturing electronic connectors for over 60 years.
For this family-owned company having end-to-end control of its entire manufacturing process
is very important, as that enables them to flexibly supply key markets – from consumer
electronics through to aerospace – with high quality connectors.
As part of its continuous investment in The compact handling system also positions
automation technology, Harwin recognised the connectors in the press-fitting station.
the benefit of combining the Festo compact Its low moving mass ensures precise and
handling system YXMx and the servo press dynamic operation. The individual contact
kit YJKP to meet these needs. Connectors and pins are then inserted into the housing which
components must have a large number of is positioned precisely below the electric
contacts per area with low weight, enabling servo press. It presses the contact pins
high voltages in a very compact space. The accurately, powerfully and gently into the
extensive operating temperature range from correct position with a continuously moni-
-65°C to +150°C and the vibration resistance tored insertion force. The handling system
require the highest possible quality. YXMx and the servo press kit YJKP are also
used for bending the contact pins. The
Precision and flexibility CoDeSys software controls the servo press
The response by Harwin to these market profile using position and force control. The
requirements has been to launch the Gecko profile can be easily adapted to the different
range of connectors. Manufacturing these variants using the graphical user interface.
connectors with a pin pitch of only 1.25 mm For Paul McGuinness, Operations Director at
in a variety of configurations requires Harwin, this is the perfect combination.
precision, repetition accuracy, flexibility and “Using standard modules like the servo press
reliability. The manufacturing process has kit and the compact handling system YXMx
been constantly refined and further auto- greatly reduced our development costs.”
mated to accommodate large quantities. The
Gecko assembly line consists of three key
stations: inserting, press-fitting and bending
“The Festo solutions give us
the contact pins. The stations have a large the accuracy, flexibility and
number of standardised parts, such as a
mounting plate, the compact handling system
reliability we need to produce
YXMx for X/Y movements and the servo press high-end connectors for the
kit YJKP for easy-to-configure position and
force-controlled movements in the Z plane.
electronics industry.”
All actuators are controlled by a controller
Paul McGuinness, Operations Director
CECC-X together with a valve terminal
CPX/MPA.
Dynamic, powerful and gentle

The plates are pre-populated with the
moulded connectors and moved into the
first station using the handling system YXMx,
ready for the contact pins to be inserted.
The perfect combina-

tion for the best
results with the com-
pact handling system
YXMx and the servo
press kit YJKP.
Manufacturing the Gecko connector with a pin pitch of 1.25 mm requires precision, repetition accuracy, flexibility and reliability.
Precise and economical: proportional

control valves with piezo technology
Low energy consumption – no heat Small installation space and low weight
generation As they are designed without magnets or
Piezo valves consume up to 95% less power electrical coils, piezo valves are small and
than solenoid valves, as they only need very light. They are therefore ideal for
current at the start to charge to piezoceram- installation in mobile devices.
ics and can then maintain an active state with
virtually no energy. The valves therefore High level of safety
generate no heat. High level of intrinsic safety, as the current
state can be maintained even in the event
No operating noise of a power failure.
The bender actuator moves freely, without
any impact noise. In addition, there is no
need for pulse-width modulation which
controls the flow rate of a solenoid valve.
Piezo valves are therefore much quieter than
solenoid valves.
Long service life

Thanks to their design, the wear-resistant
piezo valves can achieve an exceptionally
high number of cycles.
This is how piezo technology works Off Bender actuator with piezo
Festo uses the piezoelectric ceramics
characteristics of certain ceramics
that mechanically deform when a Passive conductive
carrier
voltage is applied.
Contraction
In combination with a flow or On
pressure sensor and control
electronics, the piezo valve becomes Bending
a proportional control valve.
Function of the bender actuator in piezo valves
For more information on piezo valves in For more information on piezo valves in
medical technology and laboratory automa- factory and process automation, visit
tion, visit www.festo.com/medtech www.festo.com/proportional-valve
Valves and valve terminals 29
Piezo valves are often a better alternative to conventional solenoid valves, especially in the
areas of flow and pressure control and as directly controlled proportional valves. They are
small, lightweight, highly precise, very durable, incredibly fast and, above all, they save
energy.
Proportional pressure regulating valve VEAA/VEAB

The 3/3-way valve with a pressure sensor and control electronics is ideal for many
applications where vacuum supply pressure up to 6 bar needs to be regulated. Its
short response times of < 10 ms are impressive, as is its highly precise pressure
regulation and very low power consumption. Without switching noises!
For applications in factory and process automation as well as medical technology.
Proportional flow control valve VEMD

The mass flow controller (MFC) is particularly suited to medical applications. The VEMD
is very quiet and precise and has short response times. The compact module contains
a 2/2-way valve, a flow sensor and control electronics. For applications in medical
technology and laboratory automation.
Festo Motion Terminal

One component, many apps. In the world's first app-controlled valve, four piezo
valves control the diaphragm poppet valves precisely and proportionally. This
enables unrivalled function integration.
More information on pages 10 – 15

Proportional pressure Proportional flow control Proportional valve VEMP

regulating valves VEAA/VEAB valve VEMD
Piezo technology makes VEAA/VEAB highly Quiet, precise and energy-saving: ideal for The lightweight solution for extremely
precise and quiet. mobile devices. precise control of gas flows and pressures!
Maximum performance in minimum space, The mass flow controller (MFC) specifically Thanks to piezo technology, the VEMP with
and extremely economical when it comes for medical applications is very quiet and, 1 mW requires very little energy to provide
to flow rates of up to 20 l/min. Plus an thanks to its short response times, very extremely precise proportional control of gas
extremely long service life. precise. The compact module with 2/2-way flows from 0 … 30 l/min as well as pressures.
valve, flow sensor and control electronics In combination with a pressure sensor and
The VEAA and VEAB combine innovative piezo doses and regulates inert gases proportion- control electronics the 3/3-way proportional
technology with digital closed-loop control ally. An integrated sensor records and valve becomes a proportional pressure
technology. This makes the pressure regulat- controls the current flow and transmits this regulator.
ing valve with its excellent features very to the higher-order controller as an analogue
attractive for a wide variety of applications signal. At 20 g it is lightweight, making it ideal for
and industries, such as ELA, MedLab and use in mobile devices such as portable
Biotech. The volumetric flow at the output of the oxygen therapy devices, as well as in other
system can be adjusted very simply by medical equipment for ophthalmology and
• High control precision entering a setpoint between 0 … 10 V. dialysis.
(linearity error ≤ 0.5% full scale, 0.8% full The VEMD requires little energy to maintain
scale with 0.2 bar version) the active state. Its low weight makes it ideal • Unbeatable value for money
• High repetition accuracy (≤ 0.4% full scale) for mobile devices. • Very low power consumption
• Completely silent – ideal for use in • Compact design, minimal weight
laboratories • Compact module with integrated control • Silent
• Wide pressure range: −1 to 10 bar electronics • No heat build-up
• Low power consumption thanks to piezo • Long service life
technology
• Silent: ideal for mobile applications and
those close to patients
• Particularly suitable for life sciences
applications
Sturdy valve VUVS-...-S Compact valve VUVG-...-S Valve terminal VTUG
Available for quick delivery and at an Attractive price, quickly available world- Compact, with high flow rates, universal:
attractive price: the new sturdy valve. wide: the new valve in the compact range. an all-rounder in the control cabinet too.
Features such as impact resistance, mounting The VG compact range offers valves and valve For small control cabinets, an optimum view
options and ease of handling make the VS terminals for applications where installation of the LED indicator and inscription label as
series with its sturdy design ideal for use in space, weight, flow rate and mounting well as convenient access to the manual
harsh environments. An extensive range of considerations are important. It meets many overrides: the new VTUG version with its
mounting accessories provides various user requirements thanks to the high level of outlet oriented towards the front. Moreover,
options for integrating these valves into your flexibility offered by the modular system. the new control cabinet cover providing
machine concept. enhanced corrosion protection is a perfect
As the new addition to the series, the addition.
As the new addition to the series, the VUVG-...-S with its essential features is part
VUVS-...-S with its essential features is part of Festo's core product range. Attractive Also new are the check valve or fixed flow
of Festo's core product range. Always in stock price, available worldwide and ready for restrictor options in the exhaust ducts,
and delivered quickly – at an attractive price. quick delivery even in large quantities. which provide protection against unwanted
Also available in large quantities. Now also in movements when there is an accumulation
size 25. • Festo quality of exhaust air as well as inexpensive and
• High flow rate tamper-proof speed regulation. The hot swap
• High flow rate • Short delivery times function will follow shortly. This means that
• Comprehensive range of mounting • Versatile in use you will be able to replace the valves during
accessories operation, without having to switch off the
• Easy to operate system.
• Short delivery times
• Up to 24 valve positions on a single valve
terminal
• Suitable for a control cabinet and
environment up to IP69K
• For multi-pin, IO-Link and all common
fieldbuses thanks to CTEU
• 2 sizes for optimum performance with
respect to energy costs
• Short delivery times and an attractive price
Flow control valve VPCF Dispense head VTOE Valve terminals MPA-C,
MPA-L and MPA-S
First class: dynamic response, repetition Perfection in rapid dispensing thanks to the Continuously expanded – so MPA can do
accuracy and linearity of the features. modular complete solution. even more for you.
Short response times, high repetition Housed in a compact 9-mm grid, the VTOE For all 3 MPA versions, check valves are now
accuracy, a compact size, a PWIS-free design has a modular configuration in terms of the available for exhaust ducts 3 and 5, which
and certification for ATEX 3GD make the number of dispensing channels, the internal prevent unwanted movements when there is
proportional flow control valve VPCF unique. diameter of the dispensing nozzles and the an accumulation of exhaust air. The fixed flow
It is ideal for inert gas applications and for wetted materials used. The dispense head is restrictor already incorporated into the MPA-L
controlling air flow rates and speed in highly precise: the typical coefficient of varia- is now also available for the MPA-S for valve
painting and flow-through systems. Unit tion (CV) is < 1% in the range between 10 and size 1. This tamper-proof speed control
quantities and output volumes can be 1000 μl with a very high linearity. In order to dramatically reduces your installation effort,
increased instantly thanks to shorter cycle avoid cross-contamination and maximise as you can order the fixed flow restrictor in
times, while the shorter tubes used in rinsability, the dispense head is based on various nominal widths. Install and you're
applications directly in the Ex zone reduce media-isolated solenoid valve VODA with ready to go! Also new in the MPA-S is the
consumption and enhance dynamic response minimal internal volumes. right end plate with a threaded connection
– resulting in significant cost savings. The (82/84). This enables you to vent the ducted
lightweight, compact valve can be positioned The VTOE simplifies and speeds up the solenoid exhaust air without an additional
flexibly and mounted just about anywhere – processing of samples. From the single- module!
even in existing applications. channel dispense head, for example for
dilutions, adding nutrient solutions or • Maximum function integration: MPA-S
• Long service life even in harsh dispensing reagents, to the 8-channel and CPX
environments dispense head perfectly tailored to • Light, highly modular and inexpensive:
• IP65, ATEX certification, PWIS-free dispensing in microplates thanks to its MPA-L with polymer base blocks in
• Compact, lightweight, sturdy compact stacking dimension, it opens up increments of 1 and fieldbus connection
• Easy to clean many opportunities. CTEU
• Universal installation and mounting • Perfection in clean design: MPA-C
position • Configurable complete solution consisting • Check valves for MPA-S, MPA-L and MPA-C
of a channel plate, dosing valves and • Inexpensive, tamper-proof fixed flow
nozzles restrictor for MPA-S and MPA-L
• Contactless dispensing of very small
quantities
• Wetted materials: transparent
polycarbonate with FPM seal or highly inert
PEEK with FFPM seal, depending on the
area of application
CODESYS V3 embedded ISO-1 valve VSVA with electric Valve terminal VTSA/VTSA-F
controller CPX-CEC-C1/S1/ timer function
M1-V3 with OPC UA
Your recipe for success: decentralised Simply install and save energy: afterblow Fit for maximum safety: the tried-and-tested
control and intelligent preprocessing. module in ISO valve. VTSA(-F)!
Thanks to the CPX-CEC-…-V3, IP65 valve The double-solenoid valve VSVA-ISO1 uses Now available in sizes 18 and 26 mm: further
terminals with remote I/O now feature, for the integrated timer module to switch back safety-related 5/3-way valves, for example
the first time, complete CODESYS V3 func- independently at the end of the power supply with different variants for the mid-positions
tionality, e.g. with the new 3D CNC editor in once the set time delay has elapsed. The such as port 4 or 2, as well as both
accordance with DIN 66025 (G-code). The timer function of between 1 second and exhausted.
OPC UA option is taking a giant step towards 4.5 hours can be adjusted via a rotary switch.
Industry 4.0 and enables connection to all You can now order manual overrides such
established clouds. This enables machine tools, for example, as non-detenting/heavy-duty to be mounted
to still receive sealing air for a specific period directly on the valve – making your work
In combination with the valve terminals MPA after they have been switched off – without easier and faster. All valves now also have
and VTSA, there is now a uniform interface for an additional power supply. The afterblow unique part numbers! The perfect addition
preprocessing factory and process automa- module is easy to integrate into the service to the VTSA: the new PROFIsafe input module
tion processes, pneumatic and electric drives units of the MS series. This saves space, on our automation platform CPX.
and sensor signals, as well as for extensive makes the system more reliable and lowers
condition monitoring. your costs. The processors integrated in the • Safety-related ISO valves for lifting and
valve can be used for solutions with rotary cylinders up to press safety valve
• Complete control of small machines or decentralised intelligence, such as pulse category 4, PL e
complex subsystems blowing. • PROFIsafe I/O modules can be integrated
• One platform for electric and pneumatic via CPX
systems • Modified manual overrides: covered and • One part number for manual overrides and
• One platform for fluid and motion control non-detenting valve for each variant
with modules for cloud connection via • Saves space and lowers costs: easy to • ATEX valves for gas zone 2, 3G, in control
OPC UA integrate in the MS series cabinet, etc.
• Simple configuration of the entire system • Internal control air block
via CODESYS function libraries • 2-channel pressurisation on a valve block
possible
• 2-channel switch-off for fire extinguishers
possible
34 Valves and valvedrives
Pneumatic terminals
Play it safe with CPX-F modules
The assembly of servo motors for car wing mirrors is highly complex. To manage this task,
ATS has created a fully automated assembly and test system with 50 stations. In facilities of
this size, the amount of safety engineering work required is extremely high. With the CPX-F
modules from Festo, the engineers from ATS found a solution that would lower the previous
safety costs by 80%.
ATS Automation Tooling Systems GmbH, Terminal boxes are a thing of the past
located near Munich, is part of the Canadian In this type of modular system machine
ATS Group, a successful global manufacturer safety is a major cost factor. ATS had previ-
of individual, fully automated assembly and ously relied on central I/O safety terminals in
test systems for a range of sectors including control cabinets. “This common concept is
the automotive industry and its suppliers. elaborate and expensive, and requires a lot of
The USP of the systems is not just that they space,” explains Heinz-Jürgen Schicke,
skilfully assemble products and components Control Systems Designer at ATS. The CPX
– they also subject them to high-precision valve terminal with safe inputs and outputs
testing. means that these types of solutions are no
longer necessary. Every valve terminal can
Highly automated systems now activate the valve voltage autonomously.
Safety built in: CPX-F
The assembly system for servo motors for car The emergency stop impacts one valve modules simplify
wing mirrors comprises 30 assembly and test terminal at a time. Local, safe inputs on the safety in the system –
stages for fully assembling and testing the CPX are processed. and lower costs.
mirrors, ready to be installed. For an assem-

bly time of approximately three minutes, Machine safety at a much lower cost
3-shift operation means that the system The new concept saves up to 80%: “Depend-
creates a finished product every 3.5 seconds, ing on the size of the system and the number
or 5 million every year. A whole host of of I/Os, this amounts to savings of between
difficult individual steps have to be carried €10,000 and €25,000 in absolute terms.”
out, such as the automatic insertion of lots The installation time is also dramatically
of little pins, springs and gears, clipping reduced – from 30 minutes to just 7 for each
together the shell, checking that the clip has safety door. Another advantage is the fact
closed correctly, ultrasonic welding and the that the system wiring is routed quickly and
testing of operating behaviour, noise and error-free. Control Systems Designer Steffen
current consumption. Otto: “This is an extremely relevant factor.
The wiring for the CPX-F modules used as
The test modules are disconnected from the safety assemblies in the field cannot develop
system as a whole and rest on a granite plate any errors. This system from Festo really
in order to keep them away from the vibra- complements our strengths.”
tions of the main system. “Our customers
had not seen such sophisticated test systems
before. We first had to emphasise to many of
“With CPX-F modules, we
them just how important it is to apply high- save a lot of money – and
precision measurement methods,” explains
Manfred Zechmann, Operation Manager at
the wiring cannot develop
ATS. any errors.”
Steffen Otto, Control Systems Designer
Safe and reliable production: in over 30 assembly and test stages, more than 5 million servo motors for car wing mirrors are manufactured
and fully tested every year.
36 Air
Airpreparation
preparationand
andconnection
connectiontechnology
technology
A safe and simple connection –

transparent tubing PUN-H-T
Good reasons to choose the right tubing/fitting

combination
Having the right tubing/fitting combination is
important because that is the only way you can
ensure optimal performance of your systems.
Selecting the right material ensures high system
availability and prevents leaks. Important criteria
include:
• Temperature
• Pressure range
• Environment
• Suitability for the food industry
• Hydrolysis resistance
• Weather and UV resistance
The information about pressure resistance

ensures that you are selecting the right tubing
for your system.
The Product Finder: the quick and easy way

to your goal
Do you have applications that require chemical or
heat-resistant tubing, for example? The Festo
Product Finder helps you to find the right tubing
for your application. And which fittings match the
tubing? With Festo's integrated Product Finders
for tubing and fittings in the electronic catalogue,
your search couldn't be easier. We ask you all the
necessary questions so you can make the right
selection.
www.festo.com/productfinder/tubing
www.festo.com/productfinder/fittings
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andconnection
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technology 37
Hardly anyone pays any attention to tubing – but it is a very important part of every pneumatic
solution. The new, transparent tubing PUN-H-T serves this purpose very well – and lets you
know straightaway if everything is OK or whether swift action is needed.
The basic variant: PUN-H

A classic hydrolysis-resistant solution made
from polyurethane that is ideal for a variety of
applications.
• Easy and convenient to route the tubing in
the system
• Kink-resistant
• Food-grade*: FDA listed material
• Hydrolysis-resistant
• Microbe-resistant
• UV-resistant
• Wide range of external diameters (2 – 16 mm)
New: the transparent PUN-H-T

The transparent version of the PUN-H tubing
provides you with more safety as it enables you
to detect solid particles, moisture or oil in the
tubing straightaway, and take action if necessary.
Customised tubing from the modular tubing

system
If you require individualised tubing, our modular
tubing system is just what you’re looking for.
It allows you to:
• Specify individual lengths and packaging units
• Select your individual printed inscription
• Order customised labelling
• Choose from 7 basic colours The configurator
also simplifies selection and ordering.
* See extended material information
Find out more:

www.festo.com/pun-h-t
38 Air preparation and connection technology
Energy efficiency module Safety couplings NPHS Hand slide valve VBOH
MSE6-E2M
Saving energy has never been easier! For simple and completely safe decoupling: Convenient switching without pressure
safety couplings NPHS. drops.
The MSE6-E2M does more than just monitor- With the safety couplings NPHS, you can With the ergonomically shaped and superior
ing and analysing – it actively intervenes. decouple pressurised systems in complete hand slide valve VBOH, pressure drops during
The intelligent energy efficiency module safety. The NPHS are available in two vari- switching can be avoided and potential leaks
MSE6-E2M automatically monitors and ants: the polymer NPHS-D6-P and the high- in the system can be reduced. The easy
regulates the compressed air supply in new performance metal NPHS-D6-M. The inte- operation of the energy-efficient VBOH and
and existing systems. It actively shuts off grated hand slide valve of the metal variant its strong performance data are impressive.
the supply air in standby mode, detects and enables pressure-free coupling and decou-
reports leakages, and can monitor process- pling. This helps you to avoid workplace • Non-overlapping – no pressure drop during
related data online. This means that the accidents, disconnect pneumatic connections switching
MSE6-E2M promptly reduces the compressed without decoupling and reduce energy costs. • Award-winning ergonomic design
air consumption by as much as 20%. When • Up to 12 bar, standard nominal flow rate
the supply air is shut off, pressure drops are The safety function in the polymer variant is qnN (1 s2 pressurisation) 0 … 7700 l/min
used as criteria for evaluating leakages in the ensured with an optimised push/pull • Standard flow rate qn (2 s3 pressurisation)
downstream pneumatic system. mechanism. 0 … 17,000 l/min, temperature −10 … 80°C
• Easy to clean
Now available with PROFINET for the 3 alter- • Simple and intuitive to operate • Sizes: M5, G, 1/8, 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4
native connections M12, RJ45 and SCRJ as • Ergonomic: no need to use lots of
well as Ethernet/IP, Modbus®TCP/IP and manual force
EtherCAT. • High flow rate
• Pressure range P/M:
Functions to save you money −0.95 … 10/−0.95 … 20 bar
• Automatic shut-off of the compressed air in • Temperature range P/M:
standby mode −10 … +60/−20 … +80°C
• Detection and notification of leakages • Compatible with KD(M)S6/KSS6,
• Condition monitoring for process-related metal variant also with KD4/KS4
data, also for Industry 4.0
Air preparation and connection technology 39
Transparent tubing PUN-H-T PTFE tubing PTFEN Vacuum generator OVEM
Detect whether solid particles, moisture or Ultra-reliable – even in extreme Straightforward operation and diagnostics:
oil are present in your application. environments. easily controlled from the PLC.
The transparent tubing PUN-H-T ensures a Process reliability built in: the PTFEN is able Providing the ultimate in process reliability,
reliable air supply even in humid environ- to withstand even the most extreme the OVEM monitors the set evacuation and
ments and allows you to quickly check environmental influences and operating ejection time for each cycle. With automatic
whether everything is OK. Thanks to its high- conditions. It is resistant to pressure at 6 bar and timely fault indication. 2 key features
quality base material, it is suitable for use and 130°C – with a test factor 4 times the have been added to the successful vacuum
both in the food industry and outdoors. Now required safety. It is resistant to heat even at generator OVEM.
also available in transparent blue, transpar- ambient temperatures of 150°C. And it can
ent red, transparent green, transparent withstand almost all chemicals. It is also ideal New: IO-Link
yellow and transparent black. The releasing for the pharmaceutical, food and beverage • The digital setpoint/actual value transfer
ring on the QS fitting means that the tubing is industries, as the material is FDA-listed, TSE- from point to point ensures convenient
as simple to install as ever. free and hydrolysis-resistant. The extremely parameterisation and accurate diagnostic
smooth surface of PTFE prevents microbes feedback
• Resistant to microbes and other active agents and contaminants • Re-parameterisation takes place
• Hydrolysis-resistant from sticking to it, making it easier to clean. automatically whenever the device is
• UV-resistant replaced
• Easy to install • TSE-free • Minimal installation work
• Food-grade*: FDA listed material • Resistant to cleaning agents • Simple commissioning – plug & work
• Kink-resistant • Ideal for the pharmaceutical, food and
beverage industries New: 1PD variant
• FDA-listed material • Monitoring and visualisation of the vacuum
• Highly resistant to temperatures and with a vacuum sensor with LCD display
pressure • Its function is similar to the 2P variant
except that it has (only) one digital sensor
switching output (air-saving function).
Instead, it has an additional input for an
ejector pulse that can be activated
separately
* See extended material information

40 Air preparation and connection technology
Pneumatic drives
Safe, clean, affordable: the Protection

Box for Air Preparation protects service
units
Uncovered service units are a familiar sight, and not just in the food and beverage industry.
They are often at risk of getting contaminated, becoming defective or suffering mechanical
damage. The new Protection Box for Air Preparation now provides protection and is an
elegant and affordable solution.
The conditions in many manufacturing areas, The Protection Box for Air Preparation is easy
such as the splash zone in food production to assemble and to retrofit too. The mount-
plants, can place a lot of stress on service ings are integrated on the back of the box.
units. Cleaning agents, extreme temperatures
and water jets attack the surfaces, screws A complete range – not just for the
and pressure gauges. splash zone
The Protection Box for Air Preparation is
In other industry segments too, mechanical latest addition of Festo to its compressed air
damage plays a major role and leads to preparation range. It is a simple, affordable
reduced service life or leakages. That is why and user-friendly solution that overcomes the
service units are often concealed in control problems many industries face with respect
cabinet installations. However, not only is to product service life.
this solution very expensive, as it requires
complex sealing and locking technology; it
also means that the units are even harder to
“The Protection Box for Air
access. Preparation doesn't just
Unique, safe concept
provide effective and afforda-
What the market needs is a safe, clean, yet ble protection for service The service units can
simple solution! Festo has therefore be easily accessed
developed an efficient yet affordable solution
units – it is also easy to use”. at any time: simply
unlock the hood from
to protect your compressed air preparation its usual closed
Bernard Villeneuve, Head of Sales for Food
system: the protection box. The clever position and slide
and Beverage, Festo France it upwards.
stainless-steel housing design means the
compressed air supply is now protected
against external influences such as splash
water, it does not involve complex sealing
technology and is easy to access – making it
a unique solution from Festo in the world of
compressed air supply.
Easy to handle, easy to install

The box is easy to flip up at the front so the
service units can be easily accessed at any
time. The stainless-steel box is available in
two sizes, specifically adapted to a Festo
compressed air supply unit in size MS4 or
MS6. An opening at the bottom allows
condensed water to drain out of the system.
Air preparation and connection technology 41
Simple, very sturdy and safe: the Festo stainless-steel protection box for compressed air preparation provides effective protection for ser-
vice units – and ensures an extended service life for components.
42 Sensors and vision systems
The new pressure sensor SPAN:

extremely compact and versatile!
Clearly visible
The high-contrast white-on-blue display is easy Electrical compatibility with all
to see. The relevant information can be read at a controllers, PNP/NPN switchable
glance on the two-line alphanumeric display. The
entire display turns red to provide clearly visible,
large-scale status feedback.
Reliable, versatile and simple

• Individual numerical code lock as tamper
protection Communication interface
• Remote maintenance and parameterisation
via IO-Link
• Protection class IP40
• Weight-reduced variant QS4 with integrated
tubing connection
• Additional pressure sensors SPAN are easy to
commission thanks to simple copy function
More productive with optimum pressure

measurement
SPAN measures the pressure of gaseous media
and non-corrosive gases. The following functions
are available:
• System monitoring (pressure is available)
• Pressure monitoring at the pressure regulator
(pressure in setpoint range)
• Vacuum (part picked up)
• Leak testing (pressure drop over time)
• Object sensing (back pressure present)
Compact design: 30 x 30 mm
Find out more:

www.festo.com/span
Sensors and vision systems 43
The attractively priced pressure sensor SPAN is amazingly flexible thanks to switchable
electrical outputs and a very wide range of options for pressure measuring ranges and
pneumatic connections. The compact design of just 30 x 30 mm, the range of variants and
the intuitive menu navigation make the sensor suitable for a wide variety of applications.
Wide choice of variants and mounting options

Universal pressure measurement
with 13 vacuum and pressure
measuring ranges
Threaded mounting with
M8 adapter, for example for
service units
Manifold mounting with

mounting bracket on
horizontal base
Front panel mounting for

installation in control
cabinets, for example
Wall mounting for

mounting on vertical
surfaces
Intuitive menu navigation for effortless

configuration and quick commissioning
44 Sensors and vision systems
Sensor/actuator distributor Signal converter SCDN Flow sensor SFAW

NEDY
Double the connection options! Compact, precise and easy to read: SCDN The easy way to monitor fluids.
turns analogue signals into digital ones.
NEDY creates connections between two field Take the pressure off your controller: the fast Ideal for monitoring cooling circuits, for
devices and double-occupied M8/M12 input/ and decentralised signal processing of the example in welding guns in the automotive
outputs on decentralised I/O modules. As a SCDN, which measures just 30 x 30 mm, industry or in front-end applications in the
result, it either gathers sensor signals from converts analogue signals into digital ones semiconductor and electronics industries.
two sources or splits actuator signals extremely precisely (±0.5% FS). Analogue The new flow sensor SFAW in IP65 measures
between two actuators. This reduces the inputs on controllers are no longer required. the flow rate, consumption and temperature
installation effort – as well as space and Thanks to the many switching functions and of liquid media within the ranges of
costs as fewer components are needed. The by scaling the measured value indicator, you 1.8 … 32 l/min and 5 … 100 l/min. Its
entire distributor is ready to install. Cable can use the SCDN in any application. The straightforward operation and easy-to-read
lengths are available up to 30 m, and the switching points and threshold values are display provide it with excellent process
socket and plug sides can be freely config- easy to teach. reliability.
ured in line with the customer's needs.
IO-Link enables remote parameterisation, • Uniquely flexible connection concept
• Fewer components – lower costs diagnostics, remote visualisation and • Easy sensor replacement without tools
• Reduced space requirements in energy digitised process values as well as simple • IO-Link 1.1
chains replacement thanks to auto-parameterisation • A great view: the display can be
• Faster installation without the need for – SCDN is ready for Industry 4.0. The high- rotated 340°
assembly contrast display ensures excellent visualisa- • Once fitted, the sensor housing can be
• Eliminates the risk of installation faults tion of the process values. rotated 360°
• Freely configurable • Easy to use, even with your own media
• Mounting component for T-slot • Compact: 30 x 30 mm connections
• Quick commissioning • Easy-to-read, three-colour display
• Can be programmed to change colour
to red
• Tamper-proof thanks to security code
• Auto-parameterisation and copying to
additional devices via IO-Link
ATEX proximity sensor Vision sensor SBSx Checkbox CHB-C-N

SDBT-MS...EX6
The new SDBT-MS ATEX is the perfect The simple, quick and cost-effective way to a Proven conveying technology: now with
addition to the Festo sensor range. stable solution: vision sensor SBS. Telnet!
The SDBT-MS...EX6 can be perfectly New models, new software functions The Checkbox Compact is an intelligent
combined with cylinders from Festo in and more accessories: a comprehensive system with adaptive workpiece flow control
potentially explosive zones. Proximity portfolio for a wide range of applications. and optical workpiece identification. It sorts
sensors from Festo come in a huge range The new universal vision sensors have high- small parts according to type, position
of variants and can be used in virtually any performance, quality inspection tools, code orientation, quality as well as quantity (with
environment and for any task. They can readers for bar codes and 2D code –and they quantity preselection).
handle standard applications, food and can also read plain text (OCR).
beverage applications, welding applications It is particularly suitable for fault-free feeding
in the automotive industry, high temperature BLOB, caliper, calibration and filters for image of small parts to automatic assembly and
ranges, outdoor use, or even extreme preprocessing are functions from the smart production machines, especially with high
environments such as those involving acids camera range which are now available as volumes of workpieces and a large number of
and cooling lubricants. Our range also user-friendly tools in the vision sensor soft- workpiece types. Faulty parts are reliably
includes position sensors with analogue ware. With the new colour sensors colour rejected, the assembly of incorrect part types
outputs and suitable accessories for values and surfaces can be evaluated. is avoided, and setup times are reduced to a
mounting the sensors. Communication to higher-order controllers minimum.
is via CODESYS, PROFINET, Ethernet/IP or
• Certification: IECex , EX, Inmetro RS232. • All-in-one: camera technology and control
• Suitable for ATEX Zone 0, 1, 2, 20, 21, 22 of parts flow integrated into a tried-and-
• Suitable for ATEX equipment category 1GD, • Camera resolutions from VGA to 1.3 tested unit
2GD, 3GD megapixels • Easy integration and teach-in function
• NAMUR output • Monochrome or colour • Ethernet, PLC interface, digital I/Os
• IP65/67 for harsh industrial environments • Control functions for conveyor unit and
• Integrated lens and light buffer zone integrated
• C/CS mount for free lens selection • Now with remote control functions via
Telnet commands
46 Sensors and vision
Pneumatic systems
drives
Intelligent pressure measurement with

multiple options: the pressure sensor
SPAU monitors processes
Improved productivity and process reliability: the new pressure sensor SPAU constantly
monitors and senses pressure and keeps every value under control. Czech equipment
manufacturer Aktivit from Nový Bor uses the pressure sensor SPAU to control system
pressure and contact pressure in an assembly line for fuel filters and airbags.
With a current workforce of 120 employees, Reliable installation of airbags

the company produces assembly stations and The air pressure in the system can be
lines, gantry loaders, test apparatus, deburr- controlled via the pressure sensor SPAU.
ing machines and robots, mainly for the They enable the complete system to be
automotive industry. Aktivit offers all the monitored visually. The entire display colour
engineering steps, from planning and design changes to red in order to quickly notify
to assembly, commissioning and operating employees when pressure values are not
services such as maintenance. To achieve right. Both sensors measure the pressure of
this, employees use state-of-the-art the fully automatic screwdrivers. This ensures
technologies. that the screws are tightened precisely so
that they are not too tight or too loose.
Simple, cost-effective, flexible, safe
The two pressure
The pressure sensor SPAU had to meet these Great support, strong technology sensors SPAU monitor
four attributes in order to be used at Aktivit. “Other criteria also played a significant role the assembly of fuel
And it did indeed meet all the requirements in our decision to use SPAU: Festo's reputa- filters safely and
reliably.
of the equipment manufacturer. Thanks to tion and the good support and advice, the
the simple input of parameters, versatile CAD download and the excellent documenta-
electrical outputs, analogue measurement tion, which is particularly important for our
value recording, very flexible pressure customers. Last but not least, the short
measuring ranges – even during vacuum delivery times and the option of online
operation – as well as the reduced price and parameterisation and data readout via the
numerous switching options, it is now the web also played a part in convincing us,”
product of choice at Aktivit. Other strengths says Ondřej Válek, Sales Manager at Aktivit.
working in its favour were the large, clearly Via IO-Link, parameterisation for other
legible display, which provides process pressure sensors can be easily copied and
reliability at a glance, and the simple and saves time.
swift installation in a wide range of different
positions.
“SPAU is our first choice:
Safe assembly of fuel filters product quality, functionality,
The pressure sensors SPAU monitor the
assembly process for the fuel filters. The two
simple operation, process
sensors control the low pressure generated reliability, price, support
by the ejectors. The parts to be assembled
are gripped using vacuum before being
and Festo's reputation –
transported to where they are needed. everything we are looking
Thanks to the large display, employees in
assembly are immediately notified about
for”.
whether the values are correct.
Ondřej Válek, Sales Manager at Aktivit
Multiple functions for SPAU: when assembling airbags, SPAU doesn't just measure the pressure, but can also carry out a visual inspection.
Another pressure sensor monitors the pressure of the automatic screwdrivers.
48 Process automation
Very flexible, extremely high flow rates:

angle seat valve VZXA
Extremely high flow rates thanks to flow- The display shows the valve
optimised design position.
A range of combinations for a range of
requirements: the modular product concept
of the process valve series VZXA makes it
easier to modify and maintain systems
without having to remove the entire valve.
The valve body and actuator modules are

self-contained and tested functional units.
They can be freely combined thanks to
standardised interfaces and are therefore
easy to assemble and maintain.
VZXA is also ideally suited for designing

customised valve blocks.
Get there fast with the configurator

The VZXA configurator in the electronic
product catalogue enables you to put
together a custom order for your angle seat
valve in just a few steps.
This unique interface between the

actuator and the valve body means that
the actuator can be replaced during
maintenance without opening the
piping.
The patented sealing system is designed

as a compact cartridge, which can be
replaced quickly and easily in case of
maintenance without using special tools.
Find out more:

www.festo.com/vzxa
Process automation 49
Robust, high-performance, and durable – the angle seat valve VZXA from Festo controls media
flows quickly and reliably. Its carefully thought-out design and patented interface enable valve
bodies and actuators to be freely combined, thus offering even greater flexibility in the
configuration of applications.
Optical position indicator

The large optical position indicator comes as
standard. Thanks to the transparent hood
made of polyethersulfone (PES), the valves
can be used trouble-free in chemically
aggressive environments.
Sturdy and easy-to-clean stainless-steel

process valve.
Actuators
Stainless-steel actuators are available in
three sizes (46 mm, 75 mm, 90 mm) and with
the control functions NC (normally closed),
NO (normally open) and DA (double-acting).
Durable stainless-steel actuator for

extreme working conditions such as high
temperatures and aggressive cleaning
agents.
Valve bodies
• 2/2-way valve in DN13 (½") … DN65 (2½")
• Connections: threaded, clamp and welded
connections in line with American and
European standards
High flow rate thanks to optimised bore
passages in the valve.
Quarter turn actuator Quarter turn actuator Closed-loop-controlled linear

DFPD DFPD-HD actuator DFPI
DFPD – the new benchmark for quarter turn Ideal for heavy load applications! Easy to install – robust and safe in use.
actuators.
Whether it is used as an individual actuator DFPD-HD is the latest addition to the quarter Ideal for use in harsh ambient conditions:
or as part of a complete Festo process valve turn actuator range DFPD. With forces up to corrosion-resistant linear actuator to
unit, the DFPD with its rack-and-pinion mech- 32,000 Nm, the Scotch yoke actuator is ideal ISO 15552 with integrated displacement
anism and its modern, simple and compact for on/off and closed-loop control of ball encoder or fully integrated positioner. This
design sets a new benchmark for quarter turn valves, air dampers and butterfly valves in ready-to-mount unit is extremely space-
actuators. Its torque range of 10 … 480, its power stations, the chemical industry and in saving and is easy to incorporate into almost
angle of rotation of up to 180° and its water treatment applications. any installation situation thanks to a compre-
corrosion-resistant variants make the DFPD hensive range of accessories. Suitable for
suitable for most applications – from ball The modular system offers a whole host of applications with closed-loop-controlled
valves, butterfly valves or air dampers in the different combinations including three linear motion and for swivel motions where
chemical, beverage and pharmaceutical different gear unit sizes, single-acting or lateral forces act on the piston rod.
industries to water treatment solutions. double-acting versions, configurable spring
forces, a choice between left or right direction New: versions with fully integrated positioner
• Single- or double-acting of rotation, and mechanical or hydraulic DFPI- … -C1V-NB3P-A.
• Very compact, particularly the single-acting manual override. Its VDI/VDE 3845-compliant
variant interface enables direct mounting of sensor • Product versions with integrated
• Highly modular boxes or positioners. displacement encoder or fully integrated
• Optimised spring cartridge design for more positioner
efficient single-acting operation in steps of • Highly modular for a variety of applications • Mounting interface to ISO 15552
0.5 bar • Single- or double-acting • Double-acting
• Flexible: adjustable at both ends • Torque up to max. 32,000 Nm • Sizes: Ø 100, 125, 160, 200, 250, 320
• For extreme temperatures: −50 … +150°C • Safe: SIL 3-certified • IP65, IP67, IP69K, NEMA4
• Mounting plate for pilot valve in EU (G) and • Long product service life, also thanks to • Corrosion resistance class 3
US versions (NPT) bronze bushings
• Interfaces to VDI/VDE 3845 NAMUR
Ball valve VZBD Pinch valve VZQA Angle seat valve VZXA
The high-performance ball valve for the Negligible flow resistance, no blockages: Maximum flexibility – minimum design
pharmaceutical and cosmetics industry. a clear run for your media. effort for your application!
Stainless-steel ball valves can be widely used The 2/2-way valve controls the flow of The VZXA easily adapts to the task in hand
with an extremely large variety of media in substances such as granulates, liquids thanks to its huge range of variants. The
both process and factory automation. The containing solid particles and highly viscous carefully thought-out product architecture
3-part, 2-way stainless-steel ball valve VZBD and abrasive media. A convenient solution: with its easy-to-clean design means valve
is the ideal partner for the pharmaceutical the valve can be configured individually using bodies and actuators can be freely combined.
and cosmetics industry thanks to its seal with different connection and material variants, The modular product concept makes it easier
minimal dead space. It is compliant with FDA and maintenance is quick and easy as the to modify and maintain systems without
21 CFR 177.1550, has electropolished sealing cartridge is simple to replace without having to remove the entire valve.
surfaces, long welded ends to ASME-BPE and the need for special tools. Aluminium, POM
ISO 1127, and clamping sleeves to ASME-BPE and stainless-steel screw caps with G thread • Sturdy, stainless-steel process valve
and DIN 32676-B. and NPT thread as well as clamp connections • Flow-optimised design for exceptionally
to ASME-BPE and DIN EN 32676 in stainless low-resistance flow
• CRN approval steel for nominal width DN25 (1"). The easy- • Nominal widths from DN13 (½") … DN65
• FDA-compliant seal to FDA 21 CFR to-clean valve housings are available in (2½")
177.1550 corrosion-resistant stainless steel as well as • Actuator modules as piston or diaphragm
• With long welded ends or clamping sleeves in aluminium. actuator: single- or double-acting
• Lockable hand levers • Different connection types and standards
• Blow-out-proof shaft The components that come into contact with • Standard interfaces for a free combination
• Flange hole pattern to ISO 5211 the media (pinch valve sleeve and cap) are of actuators and valve bodies
• Electropolished surfaces SFV4 FDA-compliant. With the silicone pinch valve
(Ra 15 µinch, corresponds to Ra 0.4 µm) sleeve, the valve VZQA NO complies with EC
• PTFE seal with minimal dead space (PTFE Regulation No. 1935/2004.
half shell)
• New: VZQA-NO DN25
• Modular, interchangeable component parts
• Clean design for machine cleaning
• Direct air supply connection – no actuator
required
• Diaphragm material NBR, EPDM and
silicone
Pneumatic drives
Fresh water for Bursa

Bursa is the fourth biggest city in Turkey and needs approx. 700,000 cubic metres of fresh
water every day. That is why BUSKI, the local municipal water company, has modernised one
of its water treatment plants. The 28 newly automated filter basins can treat up to 500,000
cubic metres every day.
Five objectives were paramount in this Monitoring and control with SCADA
project: enhanced operational safety, The new SCADA system, which has a redun-
reduced consumption of rinsing water and dant design, monitors the entire process,
filter sand to lower costs, the ability to collects the process data and uses this data
quickly identify faults using sensors, to automatically create various status reports
preventive maintenance to ensure smooth for preventive maintenance or operational
operation, as well as demand-controlled tasks previously carried out manually. A
metering of chemicals. Lastly, BUSKI wanted range of parameters such as pressure, level
to simplify and optimise operation of the and valve positions can now be read out
plant through specific training courses. conveniently from a central point. The entire
plant is efficiently monitored from the SCADA
Roadmap towards the goal control centre.
Festo, together with the planning engineers
at BUSKI, drew up a needs analysis that Training needed
included all the key stations: the filter basins, BUSKI's employees will require 300 hours
the metering system, the clarifier, the sludge of training by Festo Didactic to enable them
thickener and chlorination. The result was a to operate the plant effectively. Theory and
concept that met all the requirements, such practice are combined to create training
as full automation, smooth operation, simple sessions at the process-relevant stations.
maintenance as well as employee training. Once the training has been completed,
employees will receive a certificate from
State-of-the-art technology Festo.
All 28 sand filters are now fully automated
and each contains a new control panel and a The result: automated quality and economic
pneumatic control cabinet with modular, efficiency
electrical CPX terminals. The main electrical End-to-end automation has met all of
control cabinet was also modernised. BUSKI's requirements for ensuring reliable
Pneumatic linear and quarter turn actuators water treatment. There has been a significant
from Festo replaced the obsolete actuator improvement in water quality – as well as in
technology. At the same time, the com- the efficiency of water treatment. Filter sand
pressed air network was replaced and and rinsing water losses have been reduced
customised. Each filter basin is controlled to a minimum.
using valve terminals.
High-performance
valves and fittings
from Festo replace the
obsolete technology.
Full automation of the water purification station in the Turkish city of Bursa makes an important contribution to ensuring clean and affordable water
for 2.8 million people.
54 Future concepts
New approaches to productivity:

automation with superconductors
Future concepts 55
Find out more:

www.festo.com/en/supramotion2017
56 Future concepts
Superconductors and levitating motion:

the technology of the future
Superconductor technology is the future, as the three new future concept exhibits from
Festo demonstrate. Slides made to levitate by superconductors are transported extremely
dynamically, a levitating shaker system with tilt function is realised – and superconductor
technology is easily combined with other transport systems.
All of the exhibits draw on the unique SupraDrive: dynamic linear movement
properties of superconductors, which allow The SupraDrive exhibit demonstrates how a
a levitating motion that combines low energy levitating transporting slide can be moved
consumption and high efficiency. “The spe- extremely dynamically and positioned
cial characteristics of superconductors open precisely. Three cryostats with superconduc-
up a huge potential wherever contactless tors on each side of the route allow the slide
positioning or handling is required. Automa- to levitate several millimetres above the
tion can therefore also make inroads into surface. The drive from Festo's Multi-Carrier-
areas where it was previously considered System®, which is installed between the
to be impossible or very difficult,” states cryostats, takes care of movement and
Georg Berner, Head of Strategic Corporate positioning.
Development, Festo Group Holding and
Project Coordinator for the SupraMotion In addition to the smooth acceleration and
concepts. “We have now developed 15 virtually wear-resistant, dynamic movement,
different concepts for four core areas of this concept also has the advantage that all
automation: transportation in all spatial drive components can be installed beneath a
positions, transferring levitating objects, cover. The system is therefore very easy to
handling in separate spaces, and replacing clean even during transport. As the slide is
levitating objects and setting them in motion. levitating, it cannot be obstructed or become
We are currently working together with contaminated by dirt on the surface of the
customers to get our first pilot projects off system. This ensures safe process sequences
the ground.” and a hygienic working environment. The
slide itself moves silently. The concept can be
All three exhibits are controlled with the used in applications which need to be
automation platform CPX, which is equipped cleaned frequently or during operation, for
with an OPC UA interface. example in laboratory automation, medical
technology, or the food, pharmaceutical or
packaging industries.
Future concepts 57
SupraDrive demonstrates how a levitating transporting slide can be moved extremely dynamically and positioned precisely.
58 Future concepts
Shaking and transporting in a new

dimension
SupraLoop and SupraShaker open up unimagined solutions when it comes to linear
transportation and shaking objects. The integration of SupraLoop into existing, conventional
transport systems ushers in new possibilities for conveying in cleanrooms or enclosed areas.
The SupraShaker, on the other hand, certainly lives up to its name.
SupraLoop: various transport systems

combined
The combination of different transport
systems with superconductor technology
is demonstrated in the SupraLoop exhibit.
A conventional conveyor, the Multi-Carrier-
System® from Festo and Siemens and a
SupraMotion system are installed in a loop.
Several carriers are transported on the

SupraLoop. The magnetisation on the under-
side of the carriers provides both the mag-
netic coupling to the contactless drive of the
Multi-Carrier-System® and the levitating
effect for the SupraMotion system. Via a
deflector, a carrier can be transferred from
the conveyor to the cryostat containing
superconductors and then moved using a
levitating motion – even across partitions
and walls. One potential application would
be to disconnect individual transporting
slides from a machining process in order
to move them into a cleanroom without
touching them or to process objects in an
enclosed area involving gases or fluids.
SupraShaker:
levitating shaker
system with tilt
function.
Future concepts 59
Thanks to reset forces,

the magnetic compo-
nents automatically
move back to their
stored position.
SupraShaker: levitating shaker system with seen in vibration feeders is therefore much Superconductors – a brief guide
tilt function quieter and more efficient with this type of Superconductors are materials which, below
In the SupraShaker, a plate levitates above design. The plate is very easy to replace and a certain temperature, can store the magnetic
a cryostat containing superconductors. An clean – a real advantage when used in dusty field of a permanent magnet at a specified
electric motor with eccentric cam converts environments. distance. This effect allows objects to be held
this into a shaking motion via a magnetic in position and moved contactlessly. The gap
coupling. In addition, by transferring a remains constant even through walls. Thanks
magnetic field it can be tilted in any direction. to their reset forces, the superconducting
The gap between the plate and the automa- magnetic bearing components re-assume
tion system ensures that the tool and the their stored position by themselves even if
machine are mechanically separated, and one of the components was removed
prevents vibrations from being transmitted temporarily – without the need for any
to the entire system. The shaking motion as external control technology.
SupraShaker opens up
unimagined possibili-
ties when it comes to
shaking objects.
www.festo.com
Productivity
Maximum productivity is a question of ambition

Do you share this attitude? We will be glad to help you
achieve this goal – through our four outstanding qualities:
• Security • Efficiency • Simplicity • Competency
We are the engineers of productivity.
Discover new dimensions for your company:

www.festo.com/whyfesto
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