FASTSEWN was invented in 2021 by Steen Mikkelsen
True innovation is reserved for those who are curious enough to discover and see the future and dedicated enough to build it with a solid foundation. Steen Mikkelsen has extensive experience and that rare quality to hit upon an idea that he can transform from his head to fruition in the production world. He is a proven innovator and has used his curious mind making a difference, a true Pioneer.
For more than 25 years, he has worked with technical innovations and business development. Always with the same approach: His ability to see new possibilities by new unique recombinations of technology and automation.
The graphic industry is familiar with his innovative solutions such as i-cut vision, which became the industry standard within digital cutting of graphics. The machine vision and machine motion inventions by Steen and his teams are now utilized in virtually all digital cutters, routers, lasers, in the digital print world.
Steen Mikkelsen built two companies. First, Mikkelsen Graphic Engineering Inc. and then, together with his son, Mikkelsen Converting Technology. He sold them both to large international companies and is now focusing on disrupting the textile industry. A mega-industry that still has not solved the sewing automation challenge.
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Dive deep and learn more about our patented Moving Cavity Technology and see how we’re reshaping the future of fabric production.
Core Values
Our core values not only define us as a company but also reflect the essence of each individual within our organization.
At FASTSEWN we thrive on innovation, encouraging our engineers to think creatively and challenge norms. We value curiosity, embrace technology, and aim to lead with cutting-edge solutions.
Our foundation thrives on transparent communication and mutual respect, welcoming diverse perspectives that enrich our work. Upholding ethics and honesty, we ensure a trustworthy environment for stakeholders, customers, and employees.
Beyond efficiency, we engineer for a better world. Our solutions don't just solve problems; they're environmentally and socially responsible, creating a positive, lasting effect on the planet and society.
- Capabilities
Innovation
Functionality
Better business
There is no formula for great innovation. It is a result of what we create together. It is our future.
We see a future with demands for change. We see demand for bringing production back home to the local areas. It creates greater agility, consistent quality, and produces only what is needed. Overproduction should never be good business. We see a need for new solutions where sustainability goes hand in hand with a solid business.
That is why we see FASTSEWN as our future.
Mission
Mikkelsen Innovation’s goal is to revolutionize one of the largest industries worldwide – the Textile Industry. This sector employs a staggering 300 million people globally, with 45 million individuals predominantly using manual sewing machines that rely on century-old technology. The Textile Industry is currently facing a pressing need for accessible and efficient automation solutions. Unlike many other industries, it has not yet fully embraced the automation trends that have become commonplace.
Our diverse international team of engineers and experts has successfully developed an ingenious solution by harnessing Moving Cavity Technology (MCT™). This technology is seamlessly integrated with proven CNC machine technology to create a pioneering system known as FASTSEWN™. Through this integration, we have achieved a patented system that enables precise digitally controlled sewing and cutting of textiles. This innovation dramatically diminishes the need for manual labor allowing the Textile Industry to consider shifting its production closer to its Western markets which will result in reducing the reliance and cost of offshoring. The implementation of our technology for localized textile production will give you shorter runs and the potential to curtail overproduction and transportation times, thereby lowering overall costs.
Our initial focus centers on technical textiles used in various applications such as automotive, medical, filtration, ventilation, military, and graphics. While automation of garment production is on our roadmap, we’re prioritizing these technical textiles sectors for now.
“When the sewing machine was invented in the mid-1800s, it revolutionized how we stitch fabric together – yet more than a century later, the essence of sewing remains the same: needle, thread, and the steady hands and good eyes to guide them. FASTSEWN changes that – combining intelligent automation, precision engineering, and unmatched production speed to bring sewing into the future.”
Steen Mikkelsen
Founder & CEO