Flexlab: Our Team Dedicated to Designing Your Projects
Space optimization experts since 2009
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Optimized Design, Seamless Execution
Turn your ideas into reality with the Flexlab design team. From production lines to optimized workspaces and material handling solutions, we create precise 3D designs with a clear material list.
At Flexpipe, our industrial design team understands that every project stems from a tangible need for improvement. Our expertise in manufacturing design enables us to turn your ideas into optimized solutions. More than just a drafting service, our Flexlab combines industrial design with project management.
Our team masters all aspects of manufacturing design, working in synergy to bring your vision to life.
OUR EXPERTISE IN NUMBERS
Over the years, our team has built unparalleled expertise in designing manufacturing solutions. Every project enhances our understanding of industrial challenges and strengthens our ability to deliver innovative, effective solutions.
YOUR PROJECT IN EXPERT HANDS
Our strength lies in our deep understanding of manufacturing ergonomics and our daily hands-on experience with the Flexpipe system. With thousands of projects under our belt, we’ve encountered and solved virtually every situation across a wide range of industries. This unique expertise allows us to quickly identify the best solutions for your specific environment:
- Anticipating technical and engineering limitations
- Quickly providing proven solutions
- Optimizing every component with the best parts
- Ensuring manufacturing feasibility
A PROVEN OPTIMISATION PROCESS
Real-world experience has taught us that Flexpipe projects often stem from an urgent need for improvement. Whether it’s an operator taking too many unnecessary steps or a poorly optimized workstation, we understand that you need fast, effective solutions. That’s why we’ve developed an agile process to deliver an initial concept proposal within 48-72 business hours.
OUR APPROACH IS STRUCTURED INTO THREE KEY PHASES
1. INITIAL ASSESSMENT
We start with an in-depth consultation to understand your environment and objectives. Our experience allows us to ask the right questions and quickly identify optimization opportunities. This step is crucial because, as we’ve learned over the years, the best solutions come from a complete understanding of the context.
2. FAST AND ACURATE DESIGN
Our commitment: deliver your first design within 48-72 business hours. This isn’t an arbitrary goal—it’s a promise born from our understanding of manufacturing realities. In an environment where every minute counts, we know that speed is just as critical as quality.
During this phase, our designers:
- Create your preliminary design
- Validate technical feasibility
- Optimize component selection
- Prepare an initial estimate
3. COLLABORATIVE IMPROVEMENT
Once the first design is delivered, we move into a collaborative optimization phase. Our team works closely with you to fine-tune every detail. Revisions are unlimited within 48-72 business hours because we believe that a perfectly tailored design is the key to successful implementation.
MORE THAN A DESIGN SERVICE: COMPREHENSIVE PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Our Flexlab team goes beyond basic drafting by combining technical expertise with project management. Our project coordinators and designers work in synergy to bring your vision to life, offering invaluable expertise for:
- Planning complete factory layouts
- Launching new production lines
- Large-scale continuous improvement projects
- Prototypes requiring multiple iterations
- Overall production zone optimization
You have a large-scale project in mind? Our team is ready to help make it a reality.
This premium service includes:
- Personalized support from start to finish
- Your first design free of charge
- Unlimited revisions within 48-72 business hours
- Advanced technical expertise
- The possibility of integration with our assembly service
The Cost? Your first design is completely free.
For additional designs or modifications to the initial presentation drawing, a fee of $75 CAD ensures the continued delivery of high-quality service.
FROM COMPLEMENTARY SERVICES THAT WORK TOGETHER TO TURNKEY SOLUTIONS
Flexpipe offers several additional services:
- Fabrication service: Let our team assemble your structures, ensuring optimal quality and significant time savings. Learn more →
- Custom cutting service: Take advantage of our pre-cut service or personalized kits to receive assembly-ready parts. Learn more →
- Turnkey projects with dedicated management: Choose full support with a dedicated project manager guiding you from start to finish, integrating all our services to deliver an assembled, ready-to-use structure. Contact us for more information →
RESOURCES TO DEVELOP YOUR AUTONOMY
To simplify the creation of your structures, we’ve developed a comprehensive ecosystem of tools and resources:
FLEXPIPE CREATOR FOR SKETCHUP
Our free extension streamlines your design process by:
- Instantly converting sketches into Flexpipe 3D structures
- Automatically generating parts lists for your project
- Providing realistic project visualizations
- Reducing design time by up to 50%
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE HUB
To guide your projects:
- Detailed tutorials on our YouTube channel
- Practical “How to build/How to design” guides
- Over 400 free downloadable plans
- Technical articles and expert tips
CUSTOMIZED TRAINING
To deepen your knowledge:
- Regular webinars hosted by our experts
- One-on-one training sessions with a design specialist
- Personalized technical support
- A library of over 400 free, customizable plans
- Detailed Training guides
- Our Flexpipe Creator 3D design software, an extension for SketchUp
- Online technical support with a design expert
While our drawing service remains available if needed, these autonomy-focused tools are designed to develop the expertise of your continuous improvement team.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Here are the answers to the questions our clients ask us most frequently:
What’s the actual timeline for receiving a first design?
Our 48-72 business hours commitment isn’t just a promise—it’s a standard we uphold daily. We understand the urgency of your optimization projects and organize accordingly.
How do I get started on a project?
The process is simple: fill out our detailed form or contact our team directly. In both cases, a project coordinator will be assigned to guide your project from concept to completion.
Are the designs truly optimized for manufacturing?
Absolutely. Every design is reviewed by our technical team to ensure feasibility and optimization. Our manufacturing expertise enables us to deliver designs that are not only functional but also efficient to build.
What should I prepare to streamline the design process?
For the best results, prepare:
- Photos of your current environment
- Approximate measurements
- A description of your specific needs
- Any unique limitations to consider
TRUSTED BY INDUSTRY LEADERS
READY TO OPTIMIZE YOUR PRODUCTION SPACE?
The first step to improving your workspace starts here. Our request form is designed to gather all the essential details our team needs to jumpstart your project.