Automotive & Racing

Industrial Automation for enhanced mass flow and Single piece flow

The automotive industry has been a thriving industry for many years. It is an industry with high delivery requirements and often tight margins. 

Effective and well-functioning automated production flow solutions are key to staying profitable and meeting the customers’ ever-increasing demands on the automotive industry. The next decade will also enforce digital solutions and sustainable processes.

FlexLink solutions help OEMs and TIER suppliers in the automotive industry meet their key success factors.

Solutions for tomorrow

 

  • Innovative conveyor systems and components.
  • Services and support that safeguard productivity.
  • Controls och effciency tools

FlexLink solutions in the automotive industry

If you are planning to upgrade your production facilities, FlexLink can deliver the right solutions: 

  • Proven solutions for routing, track and tracing, balancing, and positioning enable controlled production flows.
  • Satellites for parallel operations using innovative tunnel stations and functions for diverting, locating, and merging flows.
  • Intelligent pallet transport systems with RFID integration.
  • Smart planning and simulation tools.
  • Efficient cost analysis and reduced TCO, fast return on investment (ROI), and easy installation.
  • Strong engineering and digitization capabilities within Coesia group companies.

Automotive & Racing Solutions

X45 plastic chain conveyor
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X65 plastic chain conveyor
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X180 plastic chain conveyor
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X300 plastic chain conveyor
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XH plastic chain conveyor
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XS plastic chain conveyor
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 WL modular wide belt conveyor
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WK modular wide belt conveyor
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X85 compact spiral conveyor
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 X45 puck handling conveyors 
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X65P single track pallet conveyors 
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X85P single track pallet conveyors
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XK single track pallet conveyors
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XT twin track pallet conveyors
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HU twin track pallet 
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Genius PCB handling system
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RC10 
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RC12 
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 RC14 
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RI20
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BRIXX
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  • The X45 plastic chain conveyor system uses an aluminum beam and provides flexible horizontal and vertical product distribution.
  • It has space-saving tight vertical bends, allowing for easy transportation and operator access across multiple levels.
  • The system has a standard chain width of 45 mm and can handle products weighing from a few grams to 8 kg.
  • It comes with a collection of standard components that can be quickly customized and delivered.
  • The conveyor’s configuration can be adjusted to meet specific production requirements, taking into account factors such as temperature and strength.
  • The X65 plastic chain conveyor system utilizes an aluminum beam to facilitate horizontal and vertical distribution of products.
  • Its tight vertical bends enable efficient multilevel transportation, saving floor space and providing easy access for operators.
  • The system has a standard conveyor chain width of 65 mm and can handle a wide range of products, weighing from a few grams up to 10 kg, in various shapes.
  • A collection of standard components ensures the ability to design a customized conveyor solution with a quick delivery time.
  • The conveyor can be configured with a suitable chain based on specific production requirements, such as temperature and strength.
  • The X180 plastic chain conveyor system, featuring an aluminum beam, allows for both horizontal and vertical distribution of products.
  • Its tight vertical bends enable efficient multilevel transportation, optimizing floor space and providing easy access for operators.
  • The standard conveyor chain width is 180 mm, accommodating a wide range of products weighing from a few grams up to 15 kg, in various shapes. 
  • A collection of standard components ensures the ability to design a customized conveyor solution with a fast delivery time.
  • The conveyor can be configured with a suitable chain based on specific production requirements, including factors like temperature and strength.
  • The X300 plastic chain conveyor system, featuring an aluminum beam, allows for both horizontal and vertical distribution of products.
  • Its tight vertical bends enable efficient multilevel transportation, optimizing floor space and providing easy access for operators.
  • The standard conveyor chain width is 300 mm, accommodating a wide range of products weighing from a few grams up to 15 kg, in various shapes.
  • A collection of standard components ensures the ability to design a customized conveyor solution with a fast delivery time.
  • The conveyor can be configured with a suitable chain based on specific production requirements, including factors like temperature and strength.
  • The XH plastic chain conveyor system, featuring an aluminum beam, allows for both horizontal and vertical distribution of products.
  • Its tight vertical bends enable efficient multilevel transportation, optimizing floor space and providing easy access for operators.
  • The standard conveyor chain width is 150 mm, accommodating a wide range of products weighing from a few grams up to 20 kg, in various shapes.
  • A collection of standard components ensures the ability to design a customized conveyor solution with a fast delivery time.
  • The conveyor can be configured with a suitable chain based on specific production requirements, including factors like temperature and strength.
  • The XS plastic chain conveyor system, featuring an aluminum beam, allows for both horizontal and vertical distribution of products. 
  • Its tight vertical bends enable efficient multilevel transportation, optimizing floor space and providing easy access for operators.
  • The standard conveyor chain width is 45 mm, accommodating a wide range of products weighing from a few grams up to 2 kg, in various shapes.
  • A collection of standard components ensures the ability to design a customized conveyor solution with a fast delivery time. 
  • The conveyor can be configured with a suitable chain based on specific production requirements, including factors like temperature and strength.
  • The WL modular wide belt conveyor is ideal for horizontal transport between various production equipment such as case packers, cartoners, in-case fillers, shrink/stretch wrappers, or bulk packers.
  • The conveyor features modular plastic belt widths ranging from 304 to 608 mm, which are fitted in an aluminum beam. 
  • The wide belt design allows for side-flexing up to 600 mm, enabling efficient transport and accumulation in different configurations.
  • The plastic belt surface ensures the safe and gentle handling of conveyed goods, while an optional high-friction belt is available for vertical ascents.
  • The fine mesh pattern of the chain reduces the risk of jamming or tearing of transported goods, improving operator safety.
  • The WK modular wide belt conveyor is an excellent choice for horizontal transport between various production equipment, including case packers, cartoners, in-case fillers, shrink/stretch wrappers, or bulk packers.
  • The conveyor features modular plastic belt widths ranging from 150 to 1200 mm, which are fitted in an aluminum beam.
  • One of the advantages of this conveyor is its side-flexing wide belt, which can reach up to 1200 mm, allowing for efficient transport and accumulation in multiple configurations.
  • The plastic belt surface ensures safe and gentle transport of the conveyed goods, with the option of a high-friction belt for vertical ascents.
  • The fine mesh pattern of the chain reduces the risk of jamming or tearing of transported goods, while also improving operator safety.
  • The X85 compact spiral conveyor stands out with its unique design, offering a 40% smaller footprint compared to common solutions in the market, thereby saving valuable floor space.
  • The standard conveyor chain width is 85 mm, accommodating a wide range of products weighing from a few grams up to 2 kg.
  • This spiral conveyor is designed to provide a compact and high throughput solution for elevating products up or down with a maximum elevation of 2900 mm over the floor.
  • It ensures a continuous flow of products without any losses caused by unexpected stops or interruptions.
  • With its small footprint of 585 mm in diameter, the spiral conveyor seamlessly integrates into existing systems or layouts, facilitating smooth operation and integration.
  • The X45 puck handling conveyors are specifically designed for handling small and fragile products.
  • Each individual product is placed on a standard puck (carrier) and transported through the production line.
  • The pucks are used in conjunction with a high-capacity conveyor system that can accommodate additional bends and operate at high speeds. 
  • The X45e modules simplify control design and allow for easy performance modifications, providing flexibility in operations.
  • Integrated RFID functionality enables easy process control and product quality assurance.
  • The system incorporates high-efficiency motor technology, resulting in substantially lower energy consumption compared to conventional solutions.
  • The conveyor can be customized with a suitable chain to meet specific production requirements, including considerations for temperature and strength.
  • The X65P single track pallet conveyors utilize components from the standard conveyor lines to handle individual products on product carriers (pallets).
  • The standard pallet width is 65 mm, and the conveyed products can weigh from a few grams up to 3 kg.
  • Configurable standard modules simplify the process of creating advanced and straightforward layouts for routing, balancing, buffering, and positioning pallets.
  • RFID identification embedded in the pallets enables effective track-and-trace capabilities and logistic control throughout the production line.
  • The conveyor system is designed to provide efficient and reliable handling of palletized products, ensuring smooth operations and enhanced control.
  • The X85P single track pallet conveyors utilize components from our standard conveyor lines to handle individual products on product carriers (pallets).
  • The standard pallet width is 85 mm, accommodating a wide range of products weighing from a few grams up to 10 kg.
  • Configurable standard modules simplify the process of creating advanced and straightforward layouts for routing, balancing, buffering, and positioning pallets.
  • The incorporation of RFID identification in the pallets enables seamless track-and-trace capabilities and logistic control throughout the production line.
  • The conveyor system is designed to provide efficient and reliable handling of palletized products, allowing for smooth operations and enhanced control.
  • The XK single track pallet conveyors are constructed using conveyor components derived from our standard conveyor lines. 
  • These conveyors are designed to handle individual products on product carriers, also known as pallets.
  • The standard pallet width for the XK system is 300 mm, capable of accommodating a wide range of products weighing from a few grams up to 30 kg.
  • Configurable standard modules simplify the creation of advanced and straightforward layouts for tasks such as routing, balancing, buffering, and positioning of pallets.
  • The inclusion of RFID identification technology in the pallets allows for comprehensive track-and-trace capabilities and logistic control throughout the production line.
  • The XK single track pallet conveyors provide an efficient and reliable solution for handling palletized products, promoting seamless operations and effective control within the production environment.
  • The XT twin track pallet conveyors are designed to handle individual products on product carriers, known as pallets, and are particularly suitable for assembly and test processes.
  • Twin track pallets are utilized when the product has a significant size or weight.
  • The standard pallet width for the XT system is 640 mm, providing ample space for a wide range of products weighing from a few grams to 30 kg. 
  • Configurable standard modules facilitate the creation of advanced and straightforward layouts for routing, balancing, buffering, and positioning pallets.
  • The inclusion of RFID identification in the pallets enables seamless track-and-trace capabilities and production control along the conveyor line.
  • The XT twin track pallet conveyors offer an efficient and reliable solution for handling palletized products, promoting streamlined operations and enhanced control within the production environment.
  •  The HU twin track pallet conveyor is an intelligent conveyor system designed for handling heavy loads using standard modules and pre-defined control logic.
  • It is specifically suited for assembly and test processes and is capable of handling individual products on product carriers, known as pallets.
  • Twin track pallets are utilized when the product has a significant size or weight requirement.
  • The standard pallet width for the HU system is 1040 mm, providing ample space for a wide range of products weighing from a few grams up to 200 kg.
  • Configurable standard modules facilitate the creation of advanced and straightforward layouts for routing, balancing, buffering, and positioning of pallets.
  • RFID identification integrated into the pallets enables seamless track-and-trace capabilities and production control along the conveyor line.
  • The HU twin track pallet conveyor offers an efficient and reliable solution for handling heavy loads, promoting smooth operations and enhanced control within assembly and test processes.
  • The Genius PCB handling system is highly flexible and can be seamlessly integrated into any PCB production line due to its standardized design.
  • The Genius range offers a diverse set of functions to meet different requirements.
  • The complete board handling system includes automatic width adjustment and a SMEMA interface, ensuring efficient and reliable PCB handling.
  • FlexLink provides a wide range of markers suitable for applications where products require identification marks for tracking or recognition purposes.
  • The laser cell within the Genius system is capable of marking on various non-metallic surfaces, including plastic and FR4 PC Boards, enabling versatile marking options.
  • A collaborative robot palletizer, the RC10 handles payloads of up to 8kg at eight boxes per minute. Without a fence or cage surrounding it, the small footprint gives flexibility in its location.
  • Following ISO standard TS 15066 for robots, the RC10 is designed to work alongside personnel; if an operator comes into contact with the robot arm, it will automatically stop to reduce the risk of injury.
  • Robot Config software allows the operator to quickly design a new pallet pattern or load an existing one, including interlayers and adjustments for label location.
  • The drag-and-drop tool eliminates design errors and takes less than 10 minutes to create the first configuration. It eliminates the need for programming or training.
  • A collaborative robot palletizer,the RC12 handles payloads of up to 10kg at twelve boxes per minute. Without a fence or cage surrounding it, the small footprint gives flexibility in its location.
  • Following ISO standard TS 15066 for robots, the RC12 is designed to work alongside personnel; if an operator comes into contact with the robot arm, it will automatically stop to reduce the risk of injury.
  • Robot Config software allows the operator to quickly design a new pallet pattern or load an existing one, including interlayers and adjustments for label location. 
  • The drag-and-drop tool eliminates design errors and takes less than 10 minutes to create the first configuration. It eliminates the need for programming or training.
  • A collaborative robot palletizer, the RC14 handles payloads of up to 12kg at twelve boxes per minute. Without a fence or cage surrounding it, the small footprint gives flexibility in its location.
  • Following ISO standard TS 15066 for robots, the RC14 is designed to work alongside personnel; if an operator comes into contact with the robot arm, it will automatically stop to reduce the risk of injury.
  • Robot Config software allows the operator to quickly design a new pallet pattern or load an existing one, including interlayers and adjustments for label location.
  • The drag-and-drop tool eliminates design errors and takes less than 10 minutes to create the first configuration. It eliminates the need for programming or training
  • With the ability to handle payloads of up to 15kg at 12 cycles per minute, the RI20 does not have a mainframe attached to the floor, making it a mobile solution suitable for use in multiple production lines.
  • Robot set-up and configuration are straightforward, thanks to the user-friendly design of the interface. Also available on a tablet, in addition to the control panel, there is no need for complicated programming or robotics training, meaning the RI20 facilitates quick and easy set-up. 
  • FlexLink also offers a data collection package and a telephone helpline for remote assistance.Two pallet loading positions enable continuous operations, and an enhanced safety system creates a safe co-existence with operators.
  •  When motion is detected in the safety area, the production does not stop. Instead, it slows down. The movement is identified by scanners and light curtains, changing the robot arm’s speed.
  • BRIXX® is a new, modular, click-and-play solution designed by FlexLink.It utilizes an intuitive software to minimize manual operations and facilitate rapid transformations for co-packing lines.
  • The system employs advanced mobile conveyors and robots to automate repetitive manual packing and co-packing processes.
  • FlexLink’s unique design aims to automate current manual packing operations through a flexible system that adapts to varying product, pack, carton, or tray types.
  • The solution is scalable according to production capacity requirements, making it affordable and user-friendly.
  • The system is controlled by user-friendly software for line design, operations, and fleet management, enabling effective management of seasonal peak productions.
  • By combining BRIXX® modules in a flexible manner, a wide range of operations can be performed using the same hardware and software.
  • Product transformations such as pick-and-place, mixing, labeling, re-labeling, palletizing, and de-palletizing can be automated to enhance productivity and efficiency.
  • Optional features allow for additional product transformations, including case forming, tray forming, and carton closing.