1. High-Speed Pneumatic Actuation in Automated Packaging Lines
Integrating the Festo MIDI regulator into the main air preparation station of a high-speed blister packaging machine to distribute compressed air to multiple pick-and-place and sealing pneumatic cylinders.
Problem SolvedPrevents downstream pressure drops and inconsistent cylinder actuation speeds when multiple pneumatic devices fire simultaneously. The primary pressure compensation and high standard nominal flow rate of 3200 l/min ensure a stable operating pressure, eliminating incomplete seals or damaged packaging.
3200 l/min standard nominal flow ratePrimary pressure compensationDirectly actuated diaphragm regulatorMax. pressure hysteresis 0.2 bar
2. Precision Workholding in CNC Machining Centers
Regulating the shop-floor compressed air supplied to pneumatic toggle clamps and zero-point workholding fixtures inside a 5-axis CNC milling machine.
Problem SolvedEliminates part deformation and slippage during machining. The 0.5 bar to 12 bar pressure regulation range allows operators to dial in the exact clamping force needed for delicate, thin-walled components, while the robust die-cast zinc housing and NBR seals withstand the harsh, debris-heavy environment of a machine shop.
0.5 bar ... 12 bar pressure regulation rangeDie-cast zinc housingNBR sealsRotary knob with detent
3. Inert Gas Supply Regulation for Robotic Welding Cells
Acting as a secondary point-of-use regulator to control the pressure of inert shielding gases (such as Argon mixtures) delivered from a centralized manifold to an automated robotic welding arm.
Problem SolvedOvercomes weld defects (like porosity or oxidation) caused by inconsistent shielding gas coverage. The regulator's certified compatibility with inert gases, combined with its exceptionally low max pressure hysteresis (0.02 MPa) and secondary venting capability, maintains a perfectly stable gas envelope over the weld pool despite supply line fluctuations.
Inert gases compatibleMax. pressure hysteresis 0.02 MPaSecondary ventingG3/8 pneumatic connection
