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The German branch of Atlas Copco IAS GmbH, in collaboration with Konstandin GmbH, has developed a new compact control system for drum pumps. The pneumatic chip enables the transfer of pasty and viscous materials such as adhesives, insulation, and sealants. Despite its small size, the compact control system can be operated while wearing gloves and does not require any tubing. Konstandin has already delivered 600 pneumatic chips of the new generation to Atlas Copco, and the annual order quantity is expected to reach four digits in the future. The close collaboration between the two companies was crucial for the successful development process. [Extracted from the article]

The Malaysian company AFA Technologies manufactures packaging machines and automated systems for quality testing of disposable gloves. Due to increased demand during the Covid-19 pandemic, the company was able to export machines and systems to Europe and North America as well. AFA's testing systems increase productivity and quality compared to manual testing by three employees. The systems use highly precise valve technology from Festo, particularly the pneumatic valve VUVG, to control the test probes. Festo not only provided AFA with consultation, but also supported them with simulations, calculations, and the provision of test products. [Extracted from the article]