Classic Vacuum Technology

Festo Classic Vacuum Technology

The Classic series in vacuum technology from Festo brings together a comprehensive range of vacuum-generation and handling components engineered for industrial automation. From vacuum generators (Venturi style) to suction cups and grippers, these solutions enable fast cycle times, compact installation, and low-maintenance operation.

Used across packaging, electronics, automotive, food & beverage and general manufacturing industries, the Classic series supports tasks such as lifting, loading, gripping, inserting, and transporting workpieces reliably.

⭐ Important: The Classic series delivers gentle handling of sensitive parts, space-saving design, high dynamics and maintenance simplicity — making it ideal for high-volume automation.

Design & Functionality

• Vacuum generators operate on the Venturi principle—compressed air flows through a nozzle and creates a suction effect at the vacuum port.
• Key features include:
  • Compact, lightweight design enabling installation close to the work zone and on moving machine parts.
  • High vacuum or high flow-rate variants allowing adaptation to the nature of the handled object and cycle time.
  • Suction cups and grippers available in different shapes, materials and sizes for optimal sealing on various workpiece surfaces.
  • Modular accessories such as vacuum filters, vacuum sensors, valves and connection tubes to build tailored vacuum systems.
• The Classic series ensures simple integration, efficient operation and broad industrial compatibility.

Total Crossed Beams

(Adapted concept: full performance coverage and system integration)

• The Classic vacuum portfolio covers the entire vacuum generation & handling spectrum—from basic ejectors to full suction systems.
• This ensures you can handle everything from tiny electronic components to large packaging sheets using the same family of components.

Beam Pitch Options

(Translated as variant options: suction flow, vacuum level, suction cup size)

• Vacuum generators provide variants for high vacuum (~-90 %) or high volume flow depending on object porosity and speed.
• Suction cups come in multiple diameters, shapes (flat, bellows), and materials (nitrile rubber, polyurethane, silicone) tailored to surface and environment.
  ⭐ Important: The wide range of generator and suction-cup options means the Classic series can be precisely matched to object type, surface condition, and cycle speed.

Intrinsic Synchronism

• Systems are designed for fast switching and stable vacuum levels, supporting consistent gripping and release cycles.
• Many components are built for maintenance-free operation with no moving parts (in ejectors) and integrated silencers or filters—ensuring synchronised, stable performance in automation systems.

Operational Advantages

• Gentle handling of sensitive parts thanks to vacuum gripping, reducing damage or deformation.
• Compact and lightweight components, enabling installation in tight machine zones or on robot arms.
• High cycle-rate capability, supporting rapid indexing and high throughput.
• Low maintenance due to wear-free nozzles or sealed units.
• Applications: Pick & place, packaging handling, electronics assembly, load/unload automation, suction system setups in manufacturing.