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Webinar: Flexible Automation Strategies for Different Part Needs

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Master Any Manufacturing Mix

Whether you are machining five or 500 different part numbers, setups are where you win or lose productivity. Some manufacturers struggle with high number of setup changes, some need to introduce new parts every week, and some have lengthy setups that cause long machine waiting times. In this webinar, we’ll introduce and compare CNC automation strategies for different types of flexibility needs. You’ll learn how to best achieve the optimal level of flexibility for YOUR manufacturing needs – improving machine utilization, lights-out capacity, and maximizing investment payback.

What will you learn

  • How to map the actual level of flexibility your production really needs.
  • How different automation approaches impact utilization, investment level, and payback
  • Other factors to consider when automating: cutting tools, NC programs, materials, and information flow
  • Case examples showcasing different scenarios.

For whom is this webinar intended?

Companies machining batches or higher part mix and are looking for profitable automation strategies for increasing manufacturing flexibility and productivity.

Machine tool dealers willing to learn more about flexible automation technologies for different manufacturing needs of their customers.

Students, consultants and researchers – those interested to learn more on how different flexible automation concepts generate value in different manufacturing settings.

November 3rd, 2026

15:00 CET (Berlin) | 9 AM ET (New York)

Online webinar (Zoom) – you can also watch the recording later.

Janne Kivinen, Milling Automation Product Manager at Fastems

Janne Kivinen, Product Manager of Fastems Milling Automation, has helped medium and high-mix metalworking manufacturers to succeed with CNC automation for over 10 years. During his career, Janne has worked both in product management and in system trainings, which have given him a practical approach for improving customers performance with flexible automation.

Register Here for the Webinar!

We are hosting the live webinar on November 3rd 2026 at 15:00 CET / 9 AM ET. Is it a bad time for you? No worries, you can still register and we will send the recording to you later!