Festo and Phoenix Contact have recently announced a partnership that aims to integrate Phoenix Contact’s PLCnext open-ecosystem technology into Festo’s intelligent devices by the end of the year. The collaboration is focused on enhancing Festo’s offerings in three key areas: customization, flexibility, and adaptability.
The open architecture of PLCnext allows for the development of individual solutions and seamless system integration, enabling engineers to create tailored automation solutions that meet specific customer needs. This will provide flexibility in creating solutions that meet unique requirements, ultimately enhancing the adaptability and efficiency of automated systems.
This partnership promises innovation and future viability by merging Festo’s automation expertise with PLCnext, facilitating advancements in Industry 4.0 and overcoming digital transformation challenges such as IT/OT convergence. By working together, Phoenix Contact and Festo will foster profitable cooperation that addresses future technological challenges, including cybersecurity.
This collaboration highlights significant opportunities for innovation and customization in industrial automation. Engineers can leverage cutting-edge tools and methodologies to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape of Industry 4.0, thanks to the importance of openness and flexibility in automation technology emphasized by this partnership. To learn more about this exciting collaboration between Festo and Phoenix Contact, read the full article from Control, Automation World’s partner publication.
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