What is MCT?
FASTSEWN relies on a patented new innovative system called MCT or Moving Cavity Technology. The system utilizes a conveyorized flatbed combined with a specialized vacuum hold-down system. There is a series of pulleys and rollers that create a movable cavity in the flatbed surface. This movable cavity allows access to the underside of the textiles, i.e. the undercarriage of the sewing machine to work without moving the textiles. This is achieved without strapping the fabric into frames. This practically eliminates any manual handling, which is in many cases 80% of the total production time.
The Concept in Action
Now you may wonder, does this actually work?
Yes — absolutely. The Prototype 3.0 has proven the MCT™ in action with sewing, laser cutting, and even SEG sewing using a specialized dispenser.
See the full production process in the video.
Why will this change the industry?
Here are some of the key areas where FASTSEWN differs from the current technologies:
FASTSEWN does not rely on rigid frames
- No manual loading and off-loading of parts
Sewing and cutting in one combined system
- Less handling and saves time
Just in time – One Piece Flow Production
- On demand digitized production
Continues Production from Stock Rolls
- Only 1 operator required to restock the machine
CNC Operated
- Consistent precision and quality sewing and cutting.
What can be automated?
FABRICS:Â Most types of fabrics can be used with the FASTSEWN CNC technology. Depending on the material, you can stack one, two, or more layers in rolls or sheets to be sewn and cut together.
Any 2D shape or flat design such as banners, bags, flags, pillows, duvets, table mats, tarps, fabric tubes, and airbags are easily handled.
Product sizes can be as long as a roll of fabric and up to 3.3 meters wide.
Sewing stitch type: Lock stitch
Cutting method:Â CO2 laser cutter or knife cutting.
Continued Developments
The FASTSEWN team is working hard to develop further capabilities of the automation system.
We are also confident that entrepreneurs and creative minds using the FASTSEWN system will develop all-new sewn, sealed & cut products that have been impractical and too costly to produce in the past.
Feel free to contact us regarding fabric types and applications.
Our experts will be happy to answer any questions you might have and to help you start your journey toward full automation of your sewn goods production.
- Faster and Better​
Eliminate costly handling
One FASTSEWN system can replace 8–10 seamstresses/seamsters per shift, offering ROI in 12–18 months. Multi-shift use speeds up payback.
Increased output allows seamstresses/seamsters to be retrained for other roles. Automated sewing eliminates the need to hire skilled operators, which are often hard to find.
The intuitive PC interface, similar to digital cutting systems, requires minimal training.
- Modular System
FASTSEWN is Available in multiple sizes
FASTSEWN 33-33
FASTSEWN 22-22
