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Impulse
Synergies
Looking ahead
USA: Despite losses as a result of the
financial crisis, the import/export engine
of the USA is giving cause for optimism,
particularly in the mechanical engineer
ing and tool manufacture sectors.
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Wash, rinse, dry
600 kg washing machine drum: High-
quality components from Festo keep the
Höckh twin-chamber cleaning plant run-
ning smoothly.
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The time-saving machine
Perfect teamwork: The high-performance
testing device from Wörgartner checks
welding seams in just 1.5 seconds –
thanks to automation technology from
Festo.
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All clear
Pure efficiency: Engineering expertise can
be seen at all levels of a Mexican tannery
wastewater treatment plant.
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USA:
Analysts are forecasting
growth of up to 3 per cent in
industrial production for 2013.
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Anything that moves
earns
money, anything that stands
still costs money.
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C check gets a check-up
Reduced throughput times: Lufthansa
CityLine optimises processes with
the support of Festo Training and
Consulting.
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Reaching the market faster
Sophisticated solution: The electric
cylinder EPCO from the Optimised Motion
Series demonstrates how you can achieve
time savings of up to 70 per cent along
the entire value chain.
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Simply more time
Increased productivity: Electronic
catalogue, engineering tools and online
shop working together in perfect
harmony.
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