Smart Factory
Festo’s Smart Factory is an advanced, modular training system designed to teach Industry 4.0 concepts through hands-on, real-world applications. It simulates a fully functional automated production environment, allowing students and professionals to explore topics like cyber-physical systems, IoT connectivity, data analytics, and predictive maintenance. With seamless integration of hardware and software, the Smart Factory prepares learners to understand and operate the connected, intelligent factories of the future.
Benefits
- Modular & Scalable Design – Easily configurable for various learning objectives, from basic automation to complex Industry 4.0 systems.
- Integrated IoT Connectivity – Real-time communication between stations, enabling data-driven decision-making and system optimization.
- Hands-On Learning – Combines physical components (sensors, actuators, conveyors, robotics) with advanced software for real-world training.
- Data Analytics & Monitoring – Teaches students how to collect, analyze, and use production data for efficiency and predictive maintenance.
- Cyber-Physical Systems – Fully networked stations that demonstrate intelligent, automated workflows.
- Flexible Curriculum Integration – Supports K–12, technical college, and university-level programs focused on mechatronics, automation, and smart manufacturing.