Vacuum engineering

Vacuum technology is essential for fast, gentle, and contact-free handling of parts. Festo vacuum components provide secure gripping, high-speed cycles, and simple integration into automation systems.

Vacuum engineering

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Vacuum Technology – Safe and Efficient Part Handling

Vacuum solutions are ideal for applications where objects need to be lifted or held without mechanical clamping – such as glass, films, or delicate components. Festo offers a complete range of vacuum components including suction cups, ejectors, valves, and sensors for various industrial environments.

Core Components

  • Suction cups (NBR, VMQ, oval, bellows) – tailored to object shape, material, and surface

  • Vacuum generators (Venturi type) – compact, silent, and easy to integrate

  • Vacuum valves – non-return, safety, and pilot valves

  • Vacuum sensors and switches – for real-time monitoring and system reliability

Why Choose Festo Vacuum Components?

Festo offers industrial-grade solutions with tool-free installation (Quick-Fix), compatibility with 4–6 mm pneumatic tubing, and high-speed cycle operation. All components are modular and optimized for integration into modern automation.

Common Applications

Festo vacuum components are widely used in packaging machines, electronics assembly, food handling, laboratory automation and other sectors where safe, gentle part transfer is critical.

  • What is a vacuum generator?

    It is a device that creates negative pressure (vacuum) using the Venturi principle, typically powered by compressed air.

  • How do I choose the right suction cup?

    Consider cup diameter, material (e.g., NBR, silicone), and surface characteristics of the object being handled.

  • Can Festo vacuum systems operate without electricity?

    Yes, Venturi-style vacuum generators require only compressed air, making them ideal for explosion-proof or low-voltage environments.

  • What are the advantages of Festo vacuum technology?

    Fast response times, gentle handling of parts, reduced maintenance, and easy integration with automation platforms.