Growing demand for small-batch processing poses new challenges for the life sciences sector. Adapting to variances while maintaining quality, efficiency and adherence to aseptic processing requirements is more complex than ever. Advanced Aseptic Processing (AAP) systems, enabled by robotics and other advanced technologies, offer inventive solutions. Mathias Konne at Stäubli Corporation discusses the prime example of the aseptic small batch filling and closing machine from Automated Systems of Tacoma (AST).