Festo was founded in Germany in 1925 and has since evolved into a global technology leader in automation and pneumatics. The company is headquartered in Esslingen and is present in more than 60 countries. In 2025, Festo could celebrate its 100th anniversary—a milestone that underscores the company's role as a long-term, value-based, and family-owned player in the industry.
Mission: Festo creates intelligent automation solutions that enhance productivity and support technological development in industry.
Vision: To be a global leader in electrical and pneumatic automation with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
Values:
- We are ambitious and shape our own future
- We are determined and act responsibly
- We are visionary and work interdisciplinarily
- We value each other and learn from each other's perspectives
- We are reliable and take ownership of our commitments
Festo combines experience with forward-looking technological development. As a family-owned business in its third generation, Festo thinks in generations, not financial years. This means stable values, high reliability, and a constant focus on the needs of the future. Innovation, curiosity, and adaptability are embedded in the company’s DNA – and this is reflected in everything from product development to customer collaboration.
Festo delivers components and systems that create precise, efficient, and intelligent automation solutions. The range includes:
- Pneumatic cylinders – linear motion in compact and standard variants
- Valves and valve terminals – control of airflow in both electrical and pneumatic systems
- Hoses and fittings – for efficient connection and flexible installation
- Air treatment – cleaning, regulation, and drying of compressed air for optimal operational reliability
Festo invests annually around 7% of its revenue in research and development, resulting in approximately 100 new patents each year and solutions that win international awards.
Festo combines deep technical expertise with industry understanding and a high level of quality awareness. Their solutions are widespread across a wide range of industries – from the automotive industry to food production. What sets Festo apart from competitors is the ability to develop advanced components and systems that work together in smart and efficient total solutions.
Quality is not just about products; it is also about the relationship with the customer. At Festo, integrated business quality is a key concept – both in internal processes and in the partnership with the customer
At Ahlsell, you will find a wide range of components from Festo, commonly used in both new installations and maintenance tasks:
- Pneumatic cylinders – for linear movement in compact and robust designs
- Valves and valve terminals – for precise and flexible control
- Air treatment equipment – ensuring reliability and high-quality compressed air
- Tubing and fittings – for quick and secure installation
Long-term thinking and sustainability are cornerstones of Festo's strategy. As an economically independent company, they prioritize stability and innovation over short-term profit. Their approach ranges from resource-saving production to global educational initiatives and environmental certifications such as ISO 14001 and ISO 9001.
Festo also actively engages in social responsibility and has certifications across the production and sales chain worldwide. With over 2,600 patents and a strong focus on education and technological development, Festo is helping to shape the industry of the future.
Ahlsell is your professional supplier of products from Festo. We carry a carefully selected range of pneumatic components, valves, hoses, and accessories – ready for order in the webshop around the clock.
Whether you are working on new installation, maintenance, or optimization, we offer flexible delivery options directly to your workplace or pick-up in-store. Our specialists in automation and compressed air are ready to advise you on the best solution for your specific project.