Which Brands Does Ebora Supply?

Ebora supplies valve manifolds from the following brands:

• Festo – extensive range, modular, wide fieldbus options
• Camozzi – broadly applicable, good price-to-quality ratio
• Aventics (Bosch Rexroth) – also available with direct terminal connection
• Burkert – compact, position feedback connectable directly on the manifold
• Norgren – proven quality for industrial applications

Which Brand Suits Your Application?

Festo VTUG – Modular and Readily Available

The Festo VTUG is one of the most widely used valve manifolds in the Dutch market. Ebora assembles Festo VTUG valve manifolds from components and delivers them fully assembled and tested. The VTUG uses an I/O-Link module as its base. Fieldbus modules for Profinet, EtherCAT, Profibus and other protocols are plugged directly onto this module, making the system compatible with virtually any control environment.

Do you have an existing system with Festo CPV valve manifolds? Ebora has suitable alternatives available for this discontinued series. Contact us for a direct comparison.

Burkert 8652 – Position Feedback Directly on the Manifold

The Burkert 8652 valve manifold allows position feedback to be connected compactly on the manifold itself. This is particularly valuable when you want to save space in the control cabinet or when feedback needs to be located close to the valve. The compact design makes the 8652 well-suited to applications with limited installation space.

Aventics – Also Available with Direct Terminal Connection

Aventics (Bosch Rexroth) offers valve manifolds with a direct terminal connection. The advantage is that the multi-cable from the control cabinet can be terminated directly on the manifold, without an intermediate connector or plug. This simplifies installation and keeps the wiring inside the cabinet well-organised.

What Is the Pneumapole?

The Pneumapole is an Ebora development designed specifically for hygienic applications. The system combines a valve manifold with a hygienic feedthrough plate. This allows the pneumatics to be positioned outside the process area, while the connection to the actuators runs through the wall via the plate.

The Pneumapole is available for Festo, Aventics and Burkert manifolds. It is the solution for hygienic pneumatic enclosures and is used in the food industry, pharmaceutical industry and other sectors where cleaning and process separation are requirements. More information is available at www.pneumapole.com.

How Do You Control a Valve Manifold?

There are several ways to control a valve manifold. The choice depends on the distance to the controller, the number of valves and the required flexibility.

Individual Wiring

Each valve has its own wiring (positive and negative, typically 24 VDC). Some versions support a shared negative (common), so only a single positive wire is needed per valve. This is the most straightforward solution for a small number of valves.

Multi-Pin Connection

With multi-pin wiring, the manifold has a connector – typically a Sub-D connector with 9, 25 or 44 pins. A pre-assembled cable with plug connects the manifold to the control cabinet. This reduces the number of individual wires and speeds up installation.

I/O-Link

I/O-Link is a digital communication standard for short distances, commonly used between the PLC or remote I/O and the valve manifold in the control cabinet. It is a cost-effective alternative to a full fieldbus. For the Festo VTUG, the I/O-Link module also serves as the base for fieldbus modules.

Fieldbus Systems

A fieldbus is industrial digital communication for real-time control over longer distances. Common fieldbus protocols for valve manifolds include:

• Profinet
• Profibus
• EtherCAT
• CANopen
• DeviceNet
• Ethernet/IP
• CC-Link
• AS-Interface

Which Control Method Suits Your Situation?

Ebora as Your Partner for Valve Manifold Projects

Ebora has extensive knowledge of valve manifolds and fieldbus systems. We actively advise on selection, because the right choice prevents engineering errors and can result in significant cost savings. Involve Ebora early in your project.

In addition to individual valve manifolds, Ebora also builds complete pneumatic enclosures through its pneumatic panel assembly service. These integrate valve manifolds, fieldbus connections, position feedback and feedthrough plates into a single delivered unit.

Ebora also supplies pneumatic cylinders and pneumatically operated ball valves for complete pneumatic systems.

Select your valve manifold based on brand, control method and environment, or send your project specifications for tailored technical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a valve manifold and a single valve?

A single valve controls one actuator and is placed close to that actuator. A valve manifold combines multiple valves on one block with a shared air supply and exhaust. This is more efficient when three or more valves are located in the same area, and simplifies connection to a fieldbus or PLC.

Can Ebora replace an existing Festo CPV valve manifold?

Yes. The Festo CPV series is being discontinued. Ebora has suitable alternatives available for this series. Send the specifications of your current configuration and we will provide a direct replacement solution.

When should I choose a Pneumapole instead of a standard valve manifold?

The Pneumapole is the right choice when the pneumatics must be physically separated from the process area – for example in the food or pharmaceutical industry. The valve manifold remains outside the space; the connection to the actuators runs through the hygienic feedthrough plate in the wall.

Which fieldbus is most commonly used for valve manifolds?

Profinet is the most common choice in new projects, followed by EtherCAT and Profibus in existing systems. Ebora has experience with all common fieldbus protocols and advises based on your existing control environment.