Automation Supplier to the Manufacturing and Assembly Industry
Industrial Flexible Automation Manufacturing
FlexLink is a financially strong, growth oriented company driven by the bright future of automated production. FlexLink supplies industrial capital investment goods with a sharp focus on profitability for the user. We are a knowledge-based company with deep roots in industrial manufacturing, and ideally positioned to meet the growing need for flexible automation. We have a sense of urgency and purpose, and we love what we do. For our customers, this commitment translates into profitable automation.
FlexLink is a financially strong, growth oriented company driven by the bright future of automated production. FlexLink supplies industrial capital investment goods with a sharp focus on profitability for the user.
We are a knowledge-based company with deep roots in industrial manufacturing, and ideally positioned to meet the growing need for flexible automation.
We have a sense of urgency and purpose, and we love what we do. For our customers, this commitment translates into profitable automation.
Automated Production and Services
The automation of your production flow means that you can leverage on the investment in product development, buildings, machinery and operators` competence. Today’s manufacturing environment has to cope with instantly changing market demand, frequent product changes, tight cost frames, global competition and minimization of risk. Our products range from conveyor components to assembly and test modules with integrated production software as well as full plug-and-play capabilities. The words leading, flexible, demanding, global and expertise characterize the philosophy that has enabled us providing high quality industrial automation products, and software solutions. We offer engineering support and technical training through a global distribution network, which ensures that you get a profitable solution in the shortest possible time. Services Services After over 20 years in business, having installed thousands of automation systems world wide, we have collected a wealth of experience of how our equipment performs serving your machines, workstations and operators. Our service offer includes: Consultancy Production process developmentAdvice on factory layoutsReturn on investment calculationsAdvice on improvements and reconfigurations Operator training SoftwareHardware Service contracts Condition testsMaintenance serviceService training Spare parts supply Secured through distribution centres and overnight delivery
The automation of your production flow means that you can leverage on the investment in product development, buildings, machinery and operators` competence.
Today’s manufacturing environment has to cope with instantly changing market demand, frequent product changes, tight cost frames, global competition and minimization of risk.
Our products range from conveyor components to assembly and test modules with integrated production software as well as full plug-and-play capabilities.
The words leading, flexible, demanding, global and expertise characterize the philosophy that has enabled us providing high quality industrial automation products, and software solutions.
We offer engineering support and technical training through a global distribution network, which ensures that you get a profitable solution in the shortest possible time.
Services
After over 20 years in business, having installed thousands of automation systems world wide, we have collected a wealth of experience of how our equipment performs serving your machines, workstations and operators.
Our service offer includes:
Consultancy
Production process developmentAdvice on factory layoutsReturn on investment calculationsAdvice on improvements and reconfigurations
Operator training
SoftwareHardware
Service contracts
Condition testsMaintenance serviceService training
Spare parts supply
Secured through distribution centres and overnight delivery
Assembly and Test Systems
Dynamic Assembly System Our assembly systems for lightweight products, up to 30 kg, cover a wide range from simple pallet based systems through to highly automated turnkey assembly and test systems including Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software and the integration of automated work processes. The Dynamic Assembly System (DAS) concept is built on a unique combination of hardware, logic controls and software. This combination is the tool for a production and process logic that gives the most flexible production system with complete process management and product traceability. FPS-semi for high volume assembly of plastic components and MES software is a unique FlexLink platform to cover all information logistics required in the flexible production process. Benefits of the assembly system: Automated shop floor logistics High yields throughout the product lifecycle Track and traceability Easy reconfiguration Reusability of equipment Modular Automation Cells Our product range offers cost efficient solutions with fast and easy reconfiguration. The automation level varies from simple pneumatic pick and place tasks to 6-axis robots, based upon standardized hard- and software modules with standardized interfaces. The main benefits are: Full flexibility, can be designed for almost any type of final assembly High reusability, more than 80% of the investment can be reutilized when the cell is reconfigured for the next generation of your product Easy to install, move and reconfigure The automation cells are suitable for all industrial segments like for example the automotive industry with rough environments, the electronic industry with high ESD requirements as well as the medical and food industry with their high cleanliness demands.
Our assembly systems for lightweight products, up to 30 kg, cover a wide range from simple pallet based systems through to highly automated turnkey assembly and test systems including Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software and the integration of automated work processes.
The Dynamic Assembly System (DAS) concept is built on a unique combination of hardware, logic controls and software. This combination is the tool for a production and process logic that gives the most flexible production system with complete process management and product traceability.
FPS-semi for high volume assembly of plastic components and MES software is a unique FlexLink platform to cover all information logistics required in the flexible production process.
Benefits of the assembly system:
Our product range offers cost efficient solutions with fast and easy reconfiguration. The automation level varies from simple pneumatic pick and place tasks to 6-axis robots, based upon standardized hard- and software modules with standardized interfaces.
The main benefits are:
Conveyor and Massflow Systems
Flexible Conveyor Solutions The FlexLink conveyor is based on an aluminum conveyor beam with low friction slide rails guiding a plastic multi-flexing chain. Products to be conveyed travel directly on the conveyor, or on pallets/carriers. Products that are handled have a weight from a few grams up to 20 kg with as well a huge variety of shapes. The high flexibility and the wide range make it possible to use the conveyors in both permanent lines as well as in flexible modularized solutions. Solutions based on FlexLink conveyors are used in all major industries. Significant features for the conveyors are: Short time to install and take in use Wide standard assortment assures that the solution is well tailored for the application High reliability Easy to rebuild and reuse FDA approved materials for food applications ESD protection for electronic and electrical industry Capability for clean environments and qualified clean rooms Massflow Through the whole of the process we support you with over 20 years of world leading massflow experience, with layout, project management, installation, commissioning, training and local service support. We offer complete systems for all stages of the secondary process. Providing flexible, efficient and safe solutions adapted to your current and future needs. Incorporating our long established and well proven equipment, product flow is improved in all areas of cigarette, filter and cigar making and packing process. Product flow is improved and downtime eliminated from belting breaks and tracking problems, leading to greater uptime and improved quality. Reliable``fit-and-forget``, standard modules designed for user-friendly handling. Enabling maximized product quality, increased line efficiency, and reduced maintenance and operator costs. Turnkey solutions with standardization of control software with short lead times and commissioning as well as fast production ramp-up Our standard modular solutions enable the highest possible reliability, reduced downtime, minimized spares requirement and maximized product quality. Local training, service and support are provided at short notice through our global network
The FlexLink conveyor is based on an aluminum conveyor beam with low friction slide rails guiding a plastic multi-flexing chain. Products to be conveyed travel directly on the conveyor, or on pallets/carriers. Products that are handled have a weight from a few grams up to 20 kg with as well a huge variety of shapes.
The high flexibility and the wide range make it possible to use the conveyors in both permanent lines as well as in flexible modularized solutions. Solutions based on FlexLink conveyors are used in all major industries.
Significant features for the conveyors are:
Through the whole of the process we support you with over 20 years of world leading massflow experience, with layout, project management, installation, commissioning, training and local service support. We offer complete systems for all stages of the secondary process. Providing flexible, efficient and safe solutions adapted to your current and future needs.
Incorporating our long established and well proven equipment, product flow is improved in all areas of cigarette, filter and cigar making and packing process. Product flow is improved and downtime eliminated from belting breaks and tracking problems, leading to greater uptime and improved quality.
Reliable``fit-and-forget``, standard modules designed for user-friendly handling. Enabling maximized product quality, increased line efficiency, and reduced maintenance and operator costs. Turnkey solutions with standardization of control software with short lead times and commissioning as well as fast production ramp-up
Our standard modular solutions enable the highest possible reliability, reduced downtime, minimized spares requirement and maximized product quality. Local training, service and support are provided at short notice through our global network
Flexible Assembly Solutions and Handling Modules
Pallet Systems Flex Link`s long experience and wide range of pallet systems are unique in the market. Our systems are based on multi flexible plastic chain conveyors with pallet sizes from 100×100 mm up to 640×640 mm. Standard solutions like locating stations, diverters and elevators together with our range of linear units, frameworks and enclosures, ensures efficient, high quality installations and systems. FlexLink offers both cost efficient perma-lines as well as flexible module based solutions for easy changes in the production. The FlexLink wide range of pallet systems really gives benefits for you as a demanding customer: High quality, reusable and flexible solutions minimize costs at changes of the production flow Pallets facilitate for products with unfavorable geometry Produce different products in the same line at the same time by using the pallet as an independent interface Minimize the risk for damage of sensitive and fragile products and thereby increase production yield Shorter lead-times with less products through total control of the production flow The product range covers all industry segments, from hostile environment in the automotive industry to solutions with demands for ESD safety and cleanliness. PCB Handling Modules We offer a new generation PCB handling platform providing high quality, reliable solutions for a wide range of handling requirements. These high throughput modules provide transport, product buffering/accumulation, and a full range of handling and routing alternatives. The range of FlexLink PCB handling modules offers the following benefits: Elimination of shafts and bellows with patented individual stepper ESD belt system Easily adjusted belts through unique lead-in and exit tip design. High accuracy and reliability on all lifting/sliding assemblies with servo motors Entire family is based on only three belt sizes, simplifying spares and maintenance. Easy access and maintenance with electrical panels All cables enter through the base plates of the modules, eliminating the need for external holes. All edge belt modules are available with either slide width adjust, hank crank width adjust or programmable width adjust options. All modules can be designed to incorporate either high level flow management software or basic speed control systems.
Flex Link`s long experience and wide range of pallet systems are unique in the market. Our systems are based on multi flexible plastic chain conveyors with pallet sizes from 100×100 mm up to 640×640 mm. Standard solutions like locating stations, diverters and elevators together with our range of linear units, frameworks and enclosures, ensures efficient, high quality installations and systems. FlexLink offers both cost efficient perma-lines as well as flexible module based solutions for easy changes in the production. The FlexLink wide range of pallet systems really gives benefits for you as a demanding customer:
We offer a new generation PCB handling platform providing high quality, reliable solutions for a wide range of handling requirements. These high throughput modules provide transport, product buffering/accumulation, and a full range of handling and routing alternatives.
The range of FlexLink PCB handling modules offers the following benefits:
New Hygienic Solutions
Stainless Systems FlexLink has launched two new conveyor systems, the hygienic conveyor system and the neck guide handling system. Both systems focus on filling lines for dairy, food and beverage producers as well as the personal products and fluid pharmaceuticals producers. The hygienic conveyor system is made for demanding customers, which put cleanability, high-speed capacity and safety first. A number of standard solutions are offered. The system uses the latest technology. The neck guide system is a new way of handling plastic bottles with high line efficiency and at the same time low energy consumption. The system offers several standard solutions like rinsers, elevators, diverters and mergers. Easy to clean High capacity Low energy consumption Low noise level Modular Tissue Handling We support you through the whole process with our 20 years of world leading paper converting experience, layout support, project fulfillment, installation, commissioning, training, and local service. Combining hardware equipment with controls for managing the line makes Flex Link`s line balancing Dynamic Flow Concept (DFC). Standard solutions are developed for conveying, elevating, turning, rejecting, diverting, combining and collating products, from cores via naked tissue to finished packs, bags and bundles. With our proven standard solutions together with concepts for control hardware and installation, control-logic, and operator`s interface we reach a flexible and profitable solution in a short period of time. Flexible and balanced lines for improved machine utilization Compact and space efficient for high machine density Easily operated and high accessibility Proven solutions with high availability Flexible solutions for future extensions Efficient installation and ramp-up Global experience and local service worldwide
FlexLink has launched two new conveyor systems, the hygienic conveyor system and the neck guide handling system. Both systems focus on filling lines for dairy, food and beverage producers as well as the personal products and fluid pharmaceuticals producers.
The hygienic conveyor system is made for demanding customers, which put cleanability, high-speed capacity and safety first. A number of standard solutions are offered. The system uses the latest technology.
The neck guide system is a new way of handling plastic bottles with high line efficiency and at the same time low energy consumption. The system offers several standard solutions like rinsers, elevators, diverters and mergers.
We support you through the whole process with our 20 years of world leading paper converting experience, layout support, project fulfillment, installation, commissioning, training, and local service.
Combining hardware equipment with controls for managing the line makes Flex Link`s line balancing Dynamic Flow Concept (DFC). Standard solutions are developed for conveying, elevating, turning, rejecting, diverting, combining and collating products, from cores via naked tissue to finished packs, bags and bundles.
With our proven standard solutions together with concepts for control hardware and installation, control-logic, and operator`s interface we reach a flexible and profitable solution in a short period of time.
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