TECHNOLOGY
&
INNOVATION
A team dedicated to innovation
Vehicle technology is constantly changing but Flexitech’s priority remains that of safety, so we look to keep one step ahead through continuous improvements to our products and processes. In France and the USA, a team dedicated to innovation works closely with the engineering and sales teams.
DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
1. Research & Innovation, Engineering and Prototyping
- Joint development of specific components and materials with strategic suppliers.
- 70 % of Flexitech’s products are designed and co-designed with OEM partners
- Virtual design process using simulation software
- Rapid prototyping: 3D printing, plasma torch, 3D measuring systems
Industrial technology
Extrusion: production of hydraulic hoses and pipes
Our expertise includes the extrusion of inner hoses, compound inner tubes, including braiding, vulcanisation, cutting and packaging. Our manufacturing processes are automated to guarantee consistent quality.
Assembly
Assembly of components and overmolding of hoses and pipes
A complex combination of industrial expertise allows us to use 3 assembly methods (automated, semi-automated and manual) for all the components used in our hoses: crimping, cold forming, overmolding, bending, etc.
