Festo SA

Festo SA Festo is a global manufacturer of automation products and systems. A key focus area for Festo is factory automation.

As a complete solution provider, Festo offers controllers, remote I/O’s, valve terminal technology, solenoid valves, sensors, pneumatic actuators, HMI’s, valves and process valves. Our hybrid control concepts are technologically advanced, however simplicity with regards to maintenance, repair and installation is also of importance to us as we aim to improve customer productivity. Festo - more than just another automation supplier!

09/09/2026

🚐 The final stretch is here!
After travelling nearly 2,000 km, the Festo Eduvan Roadshow is entering its final week, and the momentum keeps growing.

From interactive demonstrations to meaningful discussions on Industry 4.0, Process Automation, Renewable Energy, and Electrical Engineering, we've had the privilege of engaging with future technicians, engineers, and innovators at every stop.

Alex Abdo's participation has added valuable international industry insight, helping bridge global trends with local educational development.

Still to come:
📍 11 September | Vuselela TVET College (Matlosana)

There's still time to experience the Eduvan and discover how automation technologies are transforming industries worldwide.

You are under pressure to deliver valve assemblies that are compliant, documented, interoperable, and cost-effective. Co...
09/09/2026

You are under pressure to deliver valve assemblies that are compliant, documented, interoperable, and cost-effective. Compressed air strategy plays a larger role in that outcome than many teams expect.

If one component requires a stricter ISO air quality class, the entire assembly may need to be upgraded to meet that class. If a positioner reduces steady-state air bleed, energy costs may fall, but air quality requirements can still increase preparation and maintenance effort.

That is why the best specification is not the strictest one. It is the one that fits the real operating profile, site conditions, and lifecycle cost target.

The Festo white paper gives you and your engineering teams a practical framework for evaluating trade-offs among air quality, air consumption, and system cost before design decisions become expensive to change.

Download our brochure here: https://www2.festo.com/Process_Valves_Solutions

We’re heading to Electra Mining Africa 2026!Festo is delighted to participate in Electra Mining Africa 2026, and we than...
04/09/2026

We’re heading to Electra Mining Africa 2026!

Festo is delighted to participate in Electra Mining Africa 2026, and we thank our valued partner, , for hosting us on their stand. We are thrilled to present our cutting-edge automation solutions in collaboration with a trusted partner! This is an exciting opportunity, and we can't wait to share our innovations with you.

Join us to see how our Pneumatic, Process, and Electric Automation technologies help manufacturers improve efficiency, productivity, and flexibility.

📍 Visit us at Stand P66 B
📅 7–11 September 2026
📌 Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec

We look forward to welcoming you, connecting with industry professionals, and exploring how innovative automation can help shape the future of manufacturing.

Upcoming Festo Training CoursesJohannesburg• PLC Introduction: 9-11 September 2026• Pneumatics Level 2 (Fault Finding & ...
02/09/2026

Upcoming Festo Training Courses
Johannesburg
• PLC Introduction: 9-11 September 2026
• Pneumatics Level 2 (Fault Finding & Maintenance): 15-18 September 2026

KwaZulu-Natal
• PLC Introduction: 16-18 September 2026

Join us for a series of practical, skills-focused training courses designed to build confidence and competence in automation and pneumatic technologies.

Our PLC Introduction course provides a clear, hands-on foundation in programmable logic controllers, equipping participants with the essential knowledge required to understand, operate, and troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems.

For those looking to advance their pneumatic expertise, the Pneumatics Level 2: Fault Finding & Maintenance course explores system diagnostics, common failure modes, preventive maintenance practices, and structured fault-finding techniques to help reduce downtime and improve system reliability.
Participants can expect a balanced combination of classroom instruction, practical exercises, and guided troubleshooting scenarios that reinforce key concepts and strengthen problem-solving skills.

Spring Training Special
For a limited time, enjoy 10% off all Festo pre-scheduled training courses until the end of the year and invest in developing a more capable, productive workforce with industry-relevant skills.

📧 Email: [email protected] to request a quote or book your seat(s) today.

🚐 The Eduvan Roadshow is officially underway!Our team has begun the first leg of our educational journey, bringing hands...
01/09/2026

🚐 The Eduvan Roadshow is officially underway!

Our team has begun the first leg of our educational journey, bringing hands-on automation technology directly to TVET colleges across South Africa.

Students are experiencing real-world applications in:
⚡ Electrical Engineering
🔧 PLC Training
🌱 Renewable Energy
🏭 Process Automation
💡 Industrial Technology

Together with our international guest, Alex Abdo, we are sharing knowledge, exploring industry trends, and demonstrating technologies that are shaping the future of manufacturing and process industries.

This is only the beginning, and we look forward to many more inspiring engagements along the way.

Can you spot our Eduvan? Let us know in the comments section below.

Hydraulics - Level 1 (Basic): 9th-11th Sep 2026 What would you do differently if you could spot a failing hydraulic comp...
31/08/2026

Hydraulics - Level 1 (Basic): 9th-11th Sep 2026

What would you do differently if you could spot a failing hydraulic component before it brings a system to its knees? Festo invites you to discover the answers over three immersive days. Join the Basic Hydraulics training course in KwaZulu-Natal from the 9th–11th September 2026 from 08:30-16:30 CAT. This course pulls back the curtain on how hydraulic systems really behave, from the design and function of hydraulic power supply systems to the measurement of volumetric flow rate, pressure and temperature to aid troubleshooting.

To register for this course, email us [email protected], and our Skills Consultants will assist you.

🚐 The Festo Eduvan Roadshow is about to hit the road!From 31 August to 11 September, our team will embark on an exciting...
28/08/2026

🚐 The Festo Eduvan Roadshow is about to hit the road!
From 31 August to 11 September, our team will embark on an exciting 2,000 km journey across South Africa, visiting 6 TVET colleges to demonstrate the latest innovations in Electrical Engineering, Process Automation, PLCs, Renewable Energy, Mechatronics and Fluid Power.
We are also excited to welcome Alex Abdo, EMEA Sales Overlay for Electrical Engineering and Process Automation, who will be joining us from Germany for selected customer and college engagements throughout the roadshow.

Follow our journey as we connect with future industry professionals, showcase cutting-edge technology, and help prepare students for the factories of tomorrow.
📍 6 Stops
📍 2,000 km
📍 Endless learning opportunities

Visit our website for more information: https://www.festo.com/za/en/c/technical-training/learning-systems-id_FDID_01

Are you getting the most out of your hydrocyclone systems?Join our FREE webinar and discover how precision automation ca...
26/08/2026

Are you getting the most out of your hydrocyclone systems?

Join our FREE webinar and discover how precision automation can transform classification and separation performance.

Our experts will explore how better feed and pressure control can help you:
✔ Improve particle size classification
✔ Reduce recirculation loads
✔ Increase throughput
✔ Enhance process stability
✔ Lower maintenance and energy costs

See how Festo’s innovative automation approaches are helping operations achieve more reliable, efficient, and future-ready performance.

🎯 Don’t miss this opportunity to learn practical strategies for optimising your hydrocyclone systems.

Register here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/682252916675286615

Join us for the Basic Pneumatics training course in Cape Town from 2–4 September 2026, a focused, three-day program desi...
24/08/2026

Join us for the Basic Pneumatics training course in Cape Town from 2–4 September 2026, a focused, three-day program designed for technicians, maintenance staff, and engineers who need a practical, hands-on understanding of pneumatic systems.

The course covers fundamental principles of compressed air supply, including production, preparation, and distribution, as well as the use of directional control valves, flow controls, pressure and time-control valves, and sensors. Participants will engage in exercises and real-world scenarios to build confidence in designing, assembling and testing basic pneumatic circuits.

Contact us at [email protected] to request a quote or register for your team.

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18-26 Electron Avenue
Kempton Park
1601

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 15:30

Telephone

08600 FESTO (33786)

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