FlexLink standard components: integrated workflow for modular conveyor automation
Modular automation relies on clarity and repeatability. Yet too often, the supporting processes of ordering automated conveyor system (design, procurement, logistics) are managed separately, using tools that don’t communicate with one another. The result is fragmented workflows, duplicated effort, and lack of visibility across teams.
The FlexLink Standard Components offer addresses this challenge through an integrated approach based on three pillars: an intelligent Engineering Tool, a responsive Logistics system, and a full range of Support Services. Together, they form a clear, structured workflow that simplifies both daily tasks and long-term planning.
Smarter conveyor system design without constraints
The design phase is where issues typically might arise. Without the right environment, engineers are forced to model layouts in generic CAD tools, manually verify conveyor components and other parts compatibility, whilst handling the BOM creation in parallel, introducing complexity from the start.
The FlexLink Design Tool (FLDT) was created to avoid these bottlenecks. Its 3D interface lets users configure automated conveyor systems, transfers, curves and supports using FlexLink’s complete range of modular components. Each element follows built-in configuration rules, ensuring technical feasibility. Collision detection eliminates misalignments in real time, before they impact later stages.
As the layout evolves, the system automatically generates a complete and verified Bill of Materials. There’s no need for manual reconciliation: what appears in the design is already formatted for export and ready for the next step.
Seamless BOM transfer for automated conveyor systems
What sets the workflow apart, however, is what happens next. Rather than sending the BOM to another team, reformatting the file or waiting for confirmation, the FLDT layout can be transferred directly to the FlexLink Online Store (OLS). No data loss, no duplication.
In the OLS, users can view real-time pricing, local stock availability, and estimated lead times based on actual inventory. Orders can be placed immediately through the online platform, or passed to a FlexLink sales representative for further coordination, without having to rework anything.
This flexibility allows procurement to adapt to different internal processes, while keeping all stakeholders aligned on the same data. And thanks to built-in quick quote tools, users can test variants, compare configurations and budget options independently, without delays.
Once placed, orders can be tracked through the OLS interface, with full visibility into delivery progress.
Real-time visibility into conveyor component stock levels
Delivery times depend as much on logistics as they do on design choices. With local stock and strategically managed inventory, FlexLink ensures that lead times remain short and predictable, even for complex conveyor systems.
By linking the BOM to real-time stock levels in the OLS, the system provides immediate clarity: which components (like spiral conveyors, pallet conveyors, modular conveyor components belts and chains etc.) are ready to ship, when they’ll arrive, and what timeline the project can realistically follow. This reduces unnecessary waiting, avoids emergency re-planning, and allows better coordination with installers or production schedules.
Engineering expertise and support at every project stage
Alongside digital tools and logistics, the third pillar of the FlexLink Standard Components offer is built on Support Services. These include local and remote engineering assistance, available to help teams refine layouts, adjust system parameters, or resolve integration issues when they arise.
The Online Store also acts as a central technical hub. Every configured part is linked to its corresponding CAD files, technical data sheets, and digital assembly instructions, all accessible directly within the platform. There’s no need to search external databases or request documentation manually, everything is connected to the original BOM.
Every component is covered by FlexLink’s full product warranty, and every step in the process is traceable and supported.
A fully connected workflow for modular automation
The FlexLink Standard Components offer is not a software feature or a service catalogue. It’s a coordinated system where engineering tools, logistics and services form a single, connected structure.
By working with standardized modular conveyor components and a unified digital platform, teams can move faster, with fewer handovers, lower risk, and greater visibility from start to finish.
Try the FlexLink Design Tool and explore the Online Store, or speak with our team about your next system project.