pharma & health care

Conveyors designed for pharmaceutical industry standards

The production of high-quality pharmaceutical products and medical packaging requires highly efficient processing. Precise and sensitive product handling, as well as strict quality controls and traceability, put unique demands on automation processes.

Gentle handling of fragile products such as vials, syringes, or ampoules is a fundamental prerequisite. Simultaneously, automation solutions must ensure swift processing and compliance with strict regulations in the pharmaceutical industry.

Pharmaceutical conveyors from FlexLink not only provide transport, transfers, and buffering but ensure a quick, precise, safe, and clean automation process.

Pharmaceutical conveyors for automated processing

Our modular pharmaceutical conveyor solutions meet your pharmaceutical processing demands.

  • Line design and turnkey system delivery.
  • Specialty handling for syringes, vials, and ampoules.
  • Ideal for sterile, cold chain, and freeze dry products.
  • Solutions for pre-fill, packaging, and end-of-line.
  • Solutions for line balancing and short-stoppage compensation.
  • Various modules to elevate, accumulate, distribute, divert, pick-and-place.
  • Integration with final packaging lines.

Unique features and benefits

Pharmaceutical conveyors from FlexLink offer comprehensive benefits for the pharma industry.

  • Clean, quiet, and efficient conveyors and robotic solutions.
  • Configurations include built-in work stations, multi-level, multi-lane as well as gate system conveyors.
  • Handling and buffering of large volumes gently and accurately.
  • Operate at high speed.
  • Scratch-free product packaging.
  • Compliant with strict quality control requirements.

Efficient flow solutions for pharma production

FlexLink delivers automated production flow solutions that increase the efficiency of your production processes and give a quick return on investment. FlexLink has the expertise necessary for GMP/QSR-regulated industries.We collaborate with leading machine and equipment providers to deliver proposals based on your requirements and our know-how, effectively taking on the integration role when desired.

With our solutions, we provide lower breakage losses and define an easy-to-follow flow that speeds up line clearance or compensates production stops and fine-tunes the flow in all your lines.

FlexLink's solution for Pharma & Health Care

X45 plastic chain conveyor 
X65 plastic chain conveyor 
X85 plastic chain conveyor 
X180 plastic chain conveyor 
X300 plastic chain conveyor 
XH plastic chain conveyor 
XK plastic chain conveyor
 XS plastic chain conveyor
WL modular wide belt conveyor
 WK modular wide belt conveyor 
X85 compact spiral conveyor
X70X plastic chain conveyor
 X85X plastic chain conveyor 
 X180X plastic chain conveyor 
X300X plastic chain conveyor
WLX modular wide belt conveyor
X45 puck handling conveyors 
 X65P single track pallet conveyors
X85P single track pallet conveyors
XK single track pallet conveyors
XT twin track pallet conveyors
HU twin track pallet
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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 X85 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, saving floor space and ensuring easy access for operators.
  • The standard conveyor chain width is 85 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 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 XK 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 30 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 X70X plastic chain conveyor system features a stainless steel beam, offering a clean, robust, and modular solution for various industries.
  • It includes a comprehensive range of guide rails and supports, ensuring flexibility and adaptability.
  • The conveyor system is specifically designed to meet the cleanliness requirements of food processing, pharmaceutical, and hygiene industries.
  • The standard conveyor chain width is 70 mm, accommodating a wide range of products weighing from a few grams up to 10 kg.
  • The design of the system prioritizes cleanliness by minimizing dirt pockets and incorporating rounded surfaces for better drainage.
  • Standardization of components simplifies assembly, installation, and allows for quick and easy line modifications, reducing start-up time.
  • The X85X plastic chain conveyor system features a stainless steel beam, providing a clean, robust, and modular solution for industries with strict cleanliness requirements such as food processing, pharmaceutical, and hygiene.
  • The system includes a complete range of guide rails and supports, ensuring versatility and adaptability.
  • With a standard conveyor chain width of 85 mm, the system can accommodate a wide range of products weighing from a few grams up to 15 kg.
  • The design of the system is focused on increasing cleanliness by minimizing dirt pockets and maximizing rounded surfaces for better drainage.
  • Standardization of components simplifies the assembly and installation process, reducing start-up time, and allowing for quick and easy line modifications.
  • The X180X plastic chain conveyor system features stainless steel beams, offering a clean, robust, and modular solution for industries with strict cleanliness requirements such as food processing, pharmaceutical, and hygiene.
  • The system includes a complete range of guide rails and supports, providing versatility and adaptability.
  • With a standard conveyor chain width of 180 mm, the system can accommodate a wide range of products weighing from a few grams up to 15 kg.
  • The design of the system focuses on increasing cleanliness by minimizing dirt pockets and maximizing rounded surfaces for improved drainage.
  • Standardization of components simplifies the assembly and installation process, reducing start-up time, and enabling quick and easy line modifications.
  • The X300X plastic chain conveyor system features stainless steel beams, providing a clean, robust, and modular solution for industries with stringent cleanliness requirements such as food processing, pharmaceutical, and hygiene.
  • The system includes a complete range of guide rails and supports, offering versatility and adaptability.
  • With a standard conveyor chain width of 300 mm, the system can handle a wide range of products weighing from a few grams up to 15 kg. 
  • The design of the system emphasizes cleanliness by minimizing dirt pockets and maximizing rounded surfaces, enhancing drainage and sanitation.
  • Standardization of components simplifies assembly and installation, reducing start-up time, and facilitating quick and easy line modifications.
  • The WLX modular wide belt conveyor is specifically designed for demanding primary and secondary packaging applications.
  • It addresses key requirements of modern packing processes, including easy cleaning, smooth product handling, operator safety, robustness, long lifespan, and low maintenance costs.
  • The conveyor belt is composed of plastic hinged links connected by plastic rods.
  • The belt is available in five standard widths: 152, 203, 304, 456, and 608 mm.
  • It features a minimal number of seams and open hinges, making it easy to clean. The top belt can be lifted, and the outer slide rails can be folded back, facilitating convenient cleaning. 
  • The conveyor system incorporates an easy-to-clean, free-hanging return belt to ensure hygiene standards are met.
  • 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.
  • 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.