The Flexible Pallet System (FPS) is Fastems’ advanced modular automation solution for manufacturers looking to achieve unlimited unmanned production capacity and dramatically increase average machine utilization, up to 85 percent. This system is specifically tailored for high-mix production environments utilizing 4-axis and 5-axis milling machines and mill-turn centers with pallet sizes ranging from 300 mm up to 630 mm.

The key advantage of the FPS is its modular 360-degree layout, allowing configurable pallet storage modules, CNC machines, and loading stations to be placed on any side of the system. This design ensures the FPS can fit into tight spaces and low-ceiling facilities while offering scalable growth—the system can be extended or upgraded when production needs evolve. Available in models like the FPS-500 (1-102 lbs load) and FPS-1500 (3-307 lbs load), it offers massive payload capacity for diverse applications.

At the core of the FPS is the powerful Fastems Manufacturing Management Software (MMS). MMS provides fully automatic production scheduling, dynamically adapting to changes like rush jobs or machine breaks. It performs automatic resource checks for NC programs, tools, and fixtures, and allows new workpieces to be introduced in under 60 seconds using the EasyRoute feature. This integrated software control makes the FPS a superior choice for streamlining production and ensuring timely deliveries.