Munich-based automation specialist Cevotec offers one of the world’s most advanced production systems for complex fiber composites. At the intersection of composites, mechanical engineering and software, Cevotec develops production systems and software based on Fiber Patch Placement (FPP) technology: SAMBA and ARTIST STUDIO. The production systems enable the automated lay-up of carbon fibers, glass fibers, adhesive films and other technical fibers on complex 3D geometries. Manufacturers use FPP technology to produce various high-performance components in a quality-controlled, fully automated lay-up process. This includes multi-material composite aerostructures as well as composite pressure vessel reinforcements. Switching from conventional processes to Fiber Patch Placement enables cost and time savings of 20%-60%.