Flexlink


FlexLink, also FlexLink AB, is a manufacturer of flexible, modular conveyors and industrial automation equipment. Headquartered in Göteborg, Sweden, FlexLink has manufacturing, production and engineering facilities in Allentown, Plewiska and Kuala Lumpur. There are operating units in 27 countries and a global network of Strategic Partners. Altogether FlexLink is present in over 60 countries. Since 2003, FlexLink has been ranked in the world's top 20 largest materials handling system suppliers.

History

The company was founded 1980 in Gothenburg as a spin-off from the bearing manufacturer SKF.
In 1997, FlexLink was acquired by EQT Partners.
In 2005, FlexLink was acquired by ABN AMRO Capital from EQT.
In 2006, FlexLink acquired TOPS Conveyor Systems.
In 2008, FlexLink acquired Techne.
In 2011, FlexLink was acquired by COESIA.

Products, industries

FlexLink sells products and services
These products are used to automate material handling processes such as filling, machining, assembly and packaging. Typical industries that use these types of conveyors and automation equipment are automotive, electronics, medical/health care, and fast-moving consumer goods.
The conveyor system is adapted to fit a specific industry's requirements.