{"id":12956,"date":"2026-04-28T12:44:44","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T12:44:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/"},"modified":"2026-04-28T13:33:43","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T13:33:43","slug":"modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/","title":{"rendered":"Modular islands for CNC and the FLEXI system: how to evolve automation towards flexible production"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In the current landscape of <strong>machine tool automation,<\/strong> production models are changing rapidly.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>The limitations of traditional CNC automation<\/strong> are becoming increasingly apparent: ever-smaller batches, a high mix of part numbers and the need for continuous reconfiguration render <strong>the solutions offered by traditional machine tool robots<\/strong>\u2014designed for stable, repetitive production\u2014ineffective.<\/p>\n\n<p>For a plant manager or system integrator, this translates into:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>loss of efficiency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>increased set-up times<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>difficulties in managing multi-product production<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>In this context, <strong>it is no longer enough to focus solely on machine tending<\/strong>: it is necessary to rethink the entire management of the production process.<\/p>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Indice dei contenuti<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default 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0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#Modular_robotic_cells_and_CNC_automation_what_really_changes\" >Modular robotic cells and CNC automation: what really changes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#What_is_ROBO_FEED_FLEXI_beyond_the_traditional_robotic_cell\" >What is ROBO FEED FLEXI: beyond the traditional robotic cell<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#FLEXI_Architecture_the_intelligent_vertical_storage_system_at_the_service_of_production\" >FLEXI Architecture: the intelligent vertical storage system at the service of production<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#Stacker_crane_the_heart_of_the_machine\" >Stacker crane: the heart of the machine<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#Operating_bays_configurable_flexibility\" >Operating bays: configurable flexibility<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#Robot_Bay\" >Robot Bay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#Trolley_Bay\" >Trolley Bay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#Operator_Bay\" >Operator Bay<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#Multi-product_manufacturing_and_advanced_workflow_management\" >Multi-product manufacturing and advanced workflow management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#ROBO_FEED_software_the_brain_of_the_system\" >ROBO FEED software: the brain of the system<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#Advanced_features\" >Advanced features<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#Digital_Twin_and_advanced_control\" >Digital Twin and advanced control<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#Robotic_cells_and_FLEXI_two_complementary_elements\" >Robotic cells and FLEXI: two complementary elements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#The_benefits_of_FLEXI_for_the_production_department\" >The benefits of FLEXI for the production department<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#To_the_Plant_Manager\" >To the Plant Manager<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#For_Production_Managers\" >For Production Managers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#For_Operations_Managers\" >For Operations Managers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#FLEXI_configurations\" >FLEXI configurations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#The_future_of_CNC_automation_lies_in_intelligent_workflow_management\" >The future of CNC automation lies in intelligent workflow management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/modular-islands-for-cnc-and-the-flexi-system-how-to-evolve-automation-towards-flexible-production\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Modular_robotic_cells_and_CNC_automation_what_really_changes\"><\/span>Modular robotic cells and CNC automation: what really changes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>Modular robotic cells <\/strong>now offer an effective solution for CNC machine tending.<\/p>\n\n<p>These <strong>industrial robotic automation <\/strong>solutions enable you to:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>automate loading\/unloading operations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>integrate industrial robots into manufacturing processes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>improve operational continuity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>However, when production becomes complex \u2013 with more part numbers, more stages and more machines involved \u2013 a structural limitation emerges: the efficient management of materials, equipment and production flows.<\/p>\n\n<p>This is where an often underestimated but crucial element comes into play.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_ROBO_FEED_FLEXI_beyond_the_traditional_robotic_cell\"><\/span>What is ROBO FEED FLEXI: beyond the traditional robotic cell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>In the context of CNC machine tool automation, robotic cells represent one of the most widely used solutions for material handling.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>However, as production complexity increases \u2013 with small batches, a high mix of part numbers and the need for continuous reconfiguration \u2013 a structural limitation becomes apparent: the efficient management of materials, equipment and workflows.<\/p>\n\n<p>It is within this context that <strong>ROBO FEED FLEXI<\/strong> comes into its own.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>ROBO FEED FLEXI is not a robotic cell<\/strong>, but a machine designed as a centralised intelligent production management system, combining vertical storage, automated handling and integration with robots and CNC machine tools.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>ROBO FEED FLEXI <\/strong>is an autonomous machine that integrates with industrial robots and CNC machines to enable a flexible, automated production system:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>industrial robots (Fanuc)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>intelligent vertical storage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>advanced multi-product production management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>proprietary software for complete process control<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>The aim is clear: to make <strong>industrial automation and robotics<\/strong> truly adaptable to complex production environments.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FLEXI_Architecture_the_intelligent_vertical_storage_system_at_the_service_of_production\"><\/span>FLEXI Architecture: the intelligent vertical storage system at the service of production<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>At the heart of the FLEXI system is an architecture based on l<strong>oad units (trays)<\/strong> and an automated handling system.<\/p>\n\n<p>The trays can hold:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>raw and processed pieces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pallet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>gripping systems (grippers)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>tools and accessories<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stacker_crane_the_heart_of_the_machine\"><\/span>Stacker crane: the heart of the machine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p>The system is controlled by <strong>a central three-axis stacker crane<\/strong>, which:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>automatically handles load units<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>optimises space according to tray height<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>manages operational priorities (giving priority to robotic production)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>This enables smooth and intelligent management of the production flow.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Operating_bays_configurable_flexibility\"><\/span>Operating bays: configurable flexibility<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>ROBO FEED FLEXI stands out for its ability to configure different <strong>operating bays<\/strong>, tailored to the needs of the production line.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Robot_Bay\"><\/span>Robot Bay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct interface with one or more <strong>Fanuc robots <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tray handling during downtime<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optimisation of cycle time (robot focused solely on handling)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trolley_Bay\"><\/span>Trolley Bay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>integration with trolleys and trays from other manufacturers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>maximum compatibility with systems already in use within the company<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Operator_Bay\"><\/span>Operator Bay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ergonomic workstation for:<ul><li>set-up<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>workpiece changeover<\/li><\/ul>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>quality control<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>This approach allows FLEXI to fit seamlessly into any <strong>production plant<\/strong>, avoiding the inflexibility typical of standard solutions.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Multi-product_manufacturing_and_advanced_workflow_management\"><\/span>Multi-product manufacturing and advanced workflow management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>One of FLEXI\u2019s key strengths is its ability to manage <strong>multi-product scheduled production<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p>The system allows you to:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>work on multiple codes at the same time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>handle small, medium and large batches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>support multiple CNC machine tools (up to 4)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>to produce the finished product without the need for constant operator intervention<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>FLEXI does not carry out the manufacturing processes directly, but enables <strong>truly efficient industrial robotic automation<\/strong> by coordinating all the resources involved.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ROBO_FEED_software_the_brain_of_the_system\"><\/span>ROBO FEED software: the brain of the system<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>The proprietary software developed by ROBO FEED is what really makes the machine work.<\/p>\n\n<p>Designed to be:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>intuitive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>driven<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>no programming required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>It allows you to manage:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>production recipes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>operating cash flows<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>integration with ERP and MES systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advanced_features\"><\/span>Advanced features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>dynamic production scheduling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>real-time priority adjustment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>what-if simulations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>full traceability of load units<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>automatic control of gripping systems and equipment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>A level of control that makes FLEXI perfectly compatible with <strong>modern industrial automation and robotics systems<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Digital_Twin_and_advanced_control\"><\/span>Digital Twin and advanced control<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>A key feature is the inclusion of <strong>an integrated digital twin<\/strong>, which enables:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3D view of the machine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>real-time monitoring of operational status<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>support for recipe creation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>diagnosis and fault management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>A tangible benefit for those working in <strong>modern industrial robotics<\/strong>, where control and prediction are essential.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Robotic_cells_and_FLEXI_two_complementary_elements\"><\/span>Robotic cells and FLEXI: two complementary elements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>To truly understand the value of <strong>ROBO FEED FLEXI,<\/strong> it is important to clarify the relationship between this machine and traditional robotic cells designed for CNC machining.<\/p>\n\n<p>Robotic cells are generally designed to <strong>automate specific loading and unloading operations for machine tools<\/strong>, focusing primarily on the handling of workpieces within a defined process.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>ROBO FEED FLEXI<\/strong> takes this concept a step further and introduces a higher level of automation.<\/p>\n\n<p>In addition to directly managing the control of CNC machine tools, FLEXI also centralises and coordinates:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>gripping systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>production flows<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>This means that the system does more than simply load and unload the workpiece; it intelligently organises <strong>everything required for production<\/strong>, making the process smoother and more autonomous.<\/p>\n\n<p>Thanks to the centralised management of all these variables, FLEXI enables you to handle highly variable production runs, small batches and multi-stage processes more efficiently.<\/p>\n\n<p>The result is a <strong>much more advanced<\/strong> level of automation compared to stand-alone solutions or those focused exclusively on a single robotic task.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_benefits_of_FLEXI_for_the_production_department\"><\/span>The benefits of FLEXI for the production department<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"To_the_Plant_Manager\"><\/span>To the Plant Manager<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>increase in productivity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>reduction in downtime<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>optimisation of internal workflows<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>full production traceability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>better use of space (up to 6 metres in height)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Production_Managers\"><\/span>For Production Managers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>easier management of small batches and high mix volumes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>reduction in changeover times<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>better production planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>less reliance on manual tasks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Operations_Managers\"><\/span>For Operations Managers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>greater production scalability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>reduction of logistics waste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>optimisation of internal workflows<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>improvement in the plant\u2019s overall efficiency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FLEXI_configurations\"><\/span>FLEXI configurations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>ROBO FEED FLEXI is available in various configurations:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>tray management:<ul><li>600&#215;400 mm (FLEXI 400)<\/li><\/ul>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>600&#215;600 mm (FLEXI 600)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>load capacity up to 70 kg per tray<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>modular height with vertical extension<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>ROBO FEED FLEXI can be integrated with a wide range of <strong>Fanuc robot models<\/strong> \u2013 selected according to handling, tending and palletising requirements \u2013 such as:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>M-20iD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>M-710iC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>R-2000iC<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>The models mentioned are, of course, just a few examples and do not cover all the available configurations.<\/p>\n\n<p>This allows the solution to be tailored to any requirements for <strong>machine tending robots<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p>FLEXI acts as a central management and supply system for the production process, coordinating materials, equipment and workflows to the robots and machine tools.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/en\/robofeed-flexi\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/robofeed.it\/robofeed-flexi\/\">Discover more about FLEXI<\/a><\/u><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n<h2 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