DevLinks

What DevLinks does

DevLinks Ltd. is a U.S.-based industrial automation and robotics integration company headquartered in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Founded in 2004, the company operates as a subsidiary of Tavoron, a diversified industrial automation conglomerate, and is one of more than a dozen affiliated automation brands being consolidated under the Tavoron umbrella. DevLinks is an authorized system integrator for Fanuc Robotics and Wittmann Robots, and integrates complementary technologies including Allen Bradley PLCs, Maple Systems HMIs, and Fanuc/Cognex vision systems.

The company's offering spans seven core product lines — Automation Systems, End-of-Arm Tools (EOAT), In-Mold Labeling (IML), HMIs/Operator Controls, PLCs and Electrical Controls, Vision Inspection Systems, and Robotics Solutions — built around custom mechanical and controls engineering, robot programming, diagnostics, and full system integration. Project work spans assembly, pick-and-place, materials handling, inspection, ultrasonic/hot-plate welding, and leak testing. DevLinks also provides Build-to-Print Assembly, equipment Retrofit services, and an in-house contract machine shop using HAAS CNC machines.

The business model is project-based B2B sales with quote-driven, custom-engineered solutions targeting manufacturers and plastics molders primarily in the Midwest U.S. Go-to-market relies on enterprise field sales with dedicated project managers, complemented by a digital presence on LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, and the company website. Revenue streams are one-time project licenses for custom systems plus professional services for engineering, integration, retrofit, and machine shop work, with no disclosed recurring software or SaaS component.

Name

DevLinks

Legal name

DevLinks Ltd.

Website

https://devlinksltd.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation Equipment

NAICS

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (33324), Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (3332), All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (333248)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560)

akta.pro primary industry

Robot End-of-Arm Tooling (Grippers, Tool Changers, Welding/Cutting Heads) (IMAHAHAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metrology Automation & Robotics (Automated Cells, In-Line Gauging) (IMAAAHAH), Conveying, Feeding & Accumulation Systems (Packaging Lines) (IMAHAOAK)

Keywords

• Industrial automation systems
• Robotics integration services
• Custom end-of-arm tooling
• Vision inspection systems
• In-mold labeling automation

Headquarters

HQ city

Arlington Heights

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Custom Automation Systems: Design and build custom automation systems including robotics integration, EOAT, and work cells. Revenue is generated through project-based custom engineering and system fabrication, with typical automation projects encompassing multiple capabilities.
2. Contract Machine Shop Services: CNC machining services for lathe and milling work using HAAS CNC machines with BobCAM Pro for SolidWorks. Quote-based pricing with 24-hour turnaround Monday through Friday.
3. Engineering and Integration Services: Mechanical and controls engineering, robot programming, diagnostics, system integration, installation, commissioning, and ongoing system support including one-year warranty.
4. Retrofit and Upgrade Services: Retrofit existing equipment to integrate with new automation systems, improving safety, reliability, and efficiency without full replacement costs.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

DevLinks designs, engineers, builds, and integrates custom industrial automation and robotic systems for North American manufacturers, with particular strength in plastics molding applications. The company delivers end-to-end solutions spanning Automation Systems, End-of-Arm Tools (EOAT), In-Mold Labeling (IML) cells, Robotics Solutions, PLCs and Electrical Controls, HMIs/Operator Controls, and Vision Inspection Systems, complemented by build-to-print assembly, retrofit, and CNC machining services.

Product overview

DevLinks is a robotics and automation solutions company offering a portfolio of integrated automation products and engineering services. The core offering consists of Automation Systems (complete work cells with high-speed parts removal, conveyors, welding, and leak testing), Robotics Solutions (industrial and collaborative robots as an authorized Fanuc integrator), and specialized subsystems including End of Arm Tools (custom EOAT grippers), In Molding Labeling systems (turnkey IML automation), Vision Inspection Systems (using Fanuc/Cognex vision), PLCs and Electrical Controls (Allen Bradley-based), and HMIs/Operator Controls. These products are complemented by services including build-to-print assembly, equipment retrofit, and a contract machine shop (CNC machining via HAAS). The company operates as an authorized integrator for Fanuc Robotics and Wittmann Robots, integrating these partner brands into custom automation solutions. All systems are designed with engineering rigor including SolidWorks design, RoboGuide simulation, controls engineering, and full documentation packages.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Automation Systems Complete automation systems designed to streamline production and enhance operational efficiency, including high-speed parts removal, custom conveyors, feeder systems, robotic programming and integration, laser cutting/marking, ultrasonic/hot-plate welding, pressure leak testing, pick and place units, and work cell guarding. Built for manufacturing clients requiring turnkey production automation.
• End of Arm Tools (EOAT) Custom End-of-Arm Tools designed and built to fit specific molds and automation needs, featuring custom machined Aluminum 6061 tooling plates, brand-name components, vacuum cups, gripper fingers, magnets, and quick change tooling capability. Targets plastics molders and automated production cells.
• In Molding Labeling (IML) Turnkey In-Mold Labeling automation systems with custom EOAT and fixtures, including label nest verification, vision inspection, label accuracy confirmation, print quality inspection, bar code scanning and verification, static elimination, and curling/blocking prevention. Designed for plastics molding manufacturers requiring automated label integration.
• HMIs and Operator Controls Operator-friendly Human Machine Interfaces providing intuitive touch-screen interfaces for managing automated systems, including part selection, system status monitoring, data collection and reporting, real-time diagnostics, parts and batch count tracking, and error logs. Built for plant operators and manufacturing engineers.
• Robotics Solutions Full-service industrial and collaborative robotic solutions including design and engineering, build and integration, deployment and support, covering assembly, pick and place, packaging, inspection systems, and material handling applications. Delivered as an authorized Fanuc Robotics integrator for manufacturing clients.
• PLCs and Electrical Controls Advanced PLC and electrical control systems integrated into automation work cells using Allen Bradley Compact Logix E Series PLCs, I/O components, Maple Systems HMIs, and NEMA 12 enclosures. Features Ethernet and discrete I/O interfacing for direct communication with Fanuc Robots. Built to NEC-NFPA79 standards.
• Vision Inspection Systems Advanced vision inspection systems using Fanuc Vision and Cognex Vision technology for error proofing, defect detection, short shots and flash detection, assembly verification, orientation check, parts presence verification, and dimension and tolerance checks. Targets quality-critical manufacturing environments.
• Build-to-Print Assembly Fabrication and installation services building to detailed customer drawings, ensuring the final product meets exact specifications and performance requirements. Provides contract build services for manufacturing customers.
• Retrofit Services Equipment upgrade services integrating existing machinery with new automation systems to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency without full replacement costs. Targets manufacturers with legacy equipment requiring modernization.
• Contract Machine Shop CNC machining services using BobCAM Pro for SolidWorks and HAAS CNC machines for lathe and milling work, with 24-hour quote turnaround Monday through Friday. Provides precision machined components for manufacturing customers.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability2 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and supporting.

• Fanuc RoboticscoreTechnology or IntegrationOfficial authorized Fanuc system integrator. DevLinks is fully trained in the complete Fanuc robot product line with capabilities in RoboGuide simulation for work cell optimization. Fanuc robots are used for assembly, inspection, materials handling, sorting, insert molding, mold load/unload, and In-Mold Labeling (IML) applications.
• Wittmann RobotscoreTechnology or IntegrationOfficial integrator for Wittmann Robots, specialists in plastics molding automation. Wittmann robots offer unmatched speed and precision in top-entry and side-entry configurations specifically designed for the plastics industry, enhancing molding process efficiency with minimal cycle times.
• CognexcoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of Cognex Vision technology integrated into DevLinks automation solutions for high-speed inspection, reject identification, and robot guidance. Cognex Vision systems offer industrial-grade durability and advanced image processing with a library of powerful vision tools.
• TavoronflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company and holding entity for DevLinks and sister companies including Accu Tech USA, AIM Companies, Automation & Robotics Solutions, B.W. Clark, Celco, Doig Corporation, DP Technologies, HTE Technologies, JHFOSTER, PTS Products, Seltrol, Sensors Incorporated, and Sensors Integration. DevLinks is undergoing brand unification to transition under the unified Tavoron brand.
• Allen Bradley (Rockwell Automation)coreTechnology or IntegrationAllen Bradley components used in DevLinks control systems including Compact Logix E Series PLCs and I/O components. Systems are housed in NEMA 12 enclosures and constructed per NEC-NFPA79 standards.
• Maple SystemssupportingTechnology or IntegrationMaple Systems Operator Interface Terminals (HMI) in 7 or 15 inch displays used in DevLinks automation and robotics work cells for operator command input, system status monitoring, and diagnostic information display.

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Wittmann Group: Wittmann manufactures industrial robots and automation equipment specifically for plastics injection molding, including top-entry and side-entry robots for parts removal and IML — directly overlapping with DevLinks' core Wittmann-integration business. Both serve plastics processors seeking molding automation.
• Sepro Group: Sepro designs and manufactures Cartesian and 6-axis robots dedicated to plastics injection molding, with deep expertise in IML and parts handling. It competes with DevLinks for the same plastics processor end customers and uses overlapping vision and EOAT integration capabilities.
• Stäubli Robotics: Stäubli produces industrial robots including the TX2 and TS2 lines used heavily in plastics and IML applications. Like DevLinks, it sells into plastics processors requiring precision parts removal, vision integration, and custom EOAT.
• JHFOSTER: JHFOSTER is a sister company under Tavoron and a Midwest US-based industrial automation distributor and integrator offering robotics, automation solutions, and engineering services. It is the closest in-group peer to DevLinks with overlapping customer base and capabilities.
• Acieta: Acieta is a US-based industrial automation integrator specializing in robotic systems for manufacturing, including material handling, assembly, and machine tending. It is comparable to DevLinks as a mid-sized custom robotics integrator serving discrete manufacturers.
• Genesis Systems: Genesis Systems designs and builds large-scale robotic automation systems for industrial manufacturers, including material handling and assembly cells. It competes with DevLinks for mid-to-large custom automation projects.

Broad incumbents

• Yaskawa Motoman: Yaskawa Motoman is one of the largest industrial robotics OEMs globally, offering a broad portfolio of robots and integrated cells for plastics, welding, material handling, and assembly. It is a broad incumbent competing with DevLinks' Fanuc/Wittmann-integrated solutions at the platform level.
• KUKA Robotics: KUKA is a global industrial robotics OEM with broad automation solutions for plastics processing, automotive, and general manufacturing. It competes with DevLinks for plastics automation projects and has an in-house integrator network that overlaps with DevLinks' integration role.
• FANUC America: FANUC America is the dominant industrial robotics OEM in North America and DevLinks' primary robot partner. As the underlying platform vendor, FANUC competes with DevLinks at the system integrator level via its own Authorized System Integrator network and direct customer engagements.
• JR Automation: JR Automation (owned by Hitachi) is one of the largest North American industrial automation integrators, serving automotive, aerospace, and general manufacturing with custom robotic systems and turnkey cells. It competes with DevLinks for larger enterprise automation engagements.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@devlinksautomationrobotics2852
• Facebookfacebook.com/Devlinksltd
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/devlinksltd

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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