What Flex Trim does

Flex Trim A/S is a Danish manufacturer of patented brush sanding and surface treatment systems, founded in 1995 by Poul Erik Jespersen and headquartered in Glyngøre, Denmark. The company designs and produces a modular product architecture comprising consumable sanding brushes (strips combining abrasive cloth with flexible bristles), reusable sanding heads/hubs (Cores, Disc Heads, KADICMA, Easy-Sand, Profile Heads, Special Heads), and proprietary machines including the Sand-Perfect series, pneumatic sanders, the Vingepudseren for wind turbine blades, and the iSand Cobot/iSand HWY robot-integrated sanding solutions for Universal Robots and other industrial robot brands. The technology is differentiated by multiple registered patents — including a patented disc head design that expels dust outward, KADICMA disposable discs with snap-lock tool-free changes, and O-rings tool-free strip replacement — and is applied across three customer verticals: wood (furniture, flooring), metal (deburring, weld preparation, edge finishing), and composite (wind turbine blades, gelcoat sanding, surface activation).

The business model is hardware-led: Flex Trim generates revenue primarily through sale of sanding machines, replacement sanding brushes/strips, and custom-engineered special machines, supplemented by recurring consumables. Sales are executed through a global network of authorized dealers in 25+ countries, complemented by direct sales for key accounts and dedicated regional sales managers covering Denmark, DACH, Scandinavia, USA, and Italy, with showrooms and wholly-owned subsidiaries in Germany and the US. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with a standard one-week delivery time highlighted as a competitive advantage. The company operates three product brands: Flex Trim (flagship), ScandicSand (acquired May 2017), and EcoFlex, alongside integrated partnerships with Universal Robots (UR-CAP certified), KA.EF, and Houfek.

Flex Trim describes itself as the world's #1 player in brush sanding technology, holds a continuous AAA Dun & Bradstreet credit rating since 2013, and employs approximately 18 staff across management, sales, and production. Following founder Poul Erik Jespersen's death in 2024, the company remains family-owned under Solveig Bjerre Jespersen with Anne Bjerre Larsen as CEO. The company maintains no disclosed AI/ML capabilities and operates without public revenue disclosure.

Name

Flex Trim

Legal name

Flex Trim A/S

Website

https://flex-trim.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Flex Trim A/S is a Danish manufacturer of patented modular brush sanding systems serving wood, metal, and composite industries globally. Founded in 1995, the family-owned company sells machines, consumables, and robot-integrated sanding solutions through dealers in 25+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Sanding Equipment

SIC

Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559)

akta.pro primary industry

Surface Preparation Equipment (Shot Blasting, Scarifiers, Grinders) (IMAHALAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Grinding, Honing & Superfinishing Equipment (IMAHADAE)

Keywords

• Industrial sanding equipment
• Brush sanding systems
• Surface finishing machinery
• Abrasive consumables
• Wood metal composite sanding

Headquarters

HQ city

Glyngøre

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Sanding Machines: Sale of proprietary sanding machines including Sand-Perfect series (100, 100-100, 600, 50, 60, Mini, Arm Sander), iSand Cobot, iSand HWY, Pneumatic Sanders (200, 400), and Stack Sanders
2. Sanding Brushes and Consumables: Replacement sanding strips, cores, disc heads, and consumables for the sanding systems. Products include cores in various sizes (Ø80-Ø280), profile heads, special heads, and Easy-Sand system
3. Special Machine Manufacturing: Custom-designed machines for specific customer requirements and applications

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Flex Trim A/S manufactures and sells a patented brush sanding system for industrial surface treatment across wood, metal, and composite materials. The offering consists of two complementary product lines: (1) consumable sanding brushes consisting of abrasive strips combined with flexible bristles, and (2) reusable modular sanding heads/cores (Cores, Disc Heads, KADICMA, Easy-Sand, Profile Heads, Special Heads) along with complete sanding machines ranging from handheld units (Sand-Perfect Mini, 50, 60) to industrial stationary machines (Sand-Perfect 100, 100-100, 600), pneumatic sanders (200, 400), stack sanders, and robot/cobot-integrated solutions (iSand HWY, iSand Cobot PNEU/ELEC).

Product overview

Flex Trim A/S is a Danish manufacturer of patented brush sanding and surface treatment systems founded in 1995 by Poul Erik Jespersen. The product portfolio spans three core areas — Metal, Composite, and Wood — organized around a modular sanding system. The system consists of consumable sanding brushes (strips combining abrasive cloth with flexible bristles) and reusable sanding heads/hubs (Cores, Disc Heads, KADICMA, Easy-Sand, Profile Heads, and Special Heads). These components are mounted on a range of machines including manual handheld sanders (Sand-Perfect 50, 60, and Mini), stationary sanding machines (Sand-Perfect 100, 100-100, and 600), pneumatic sanders (Pneumatic Sander 200 and 400), a stack sander, an arm sander (Sand-Perfect Arm Sander), and robot/cobot-integrated sanding solutions (iSand HWY for industrial robots, iSand Cobot PNEU and ELEC for collaborative robots). For the wind energy sector, a dedicated Vingepudseren (Blade Sander) is offered. Special custom machines are built to order. Three product brands coexist under Flex Trim A/S: the Flex Trim brand itself, the acquired ScandicSand line, and the EcoFlex brand. The company expanded internationally with showrooms in Germany (Münster, 2018) and a US subsidiary (Flex Trim Tech North America, 2024). The company operates a CCO Wind Division focused on wind energy sector solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ScandicSand: Sanding products acquired through ScandicSand ApS acquisition, continuing as a product line under Flex Trim A/S
• EcoFlex

Products and services

• Flex Trim Sanding Brushes Consumable sanding brushes consisting of strips combining abrasive cloth and flexible bristles, available in various bristle heights (30mm, 40mm, 45mm, 55mm) and materials (plant fiber, horse hair, pig hair, polyester), suited for surface treatment across wood, metal, and composite materials.
• Cores (Kerner) Modular core system that forms the backbone of the Flex Trim sanding setup, typically made of POM material, configurable to nearly any desired length. Features patented O-rings for tool-free quick changing of sanding strips. Available in standard sizes Ø80, Ø100, Ø120, Ø180, and Ø280.
• Disc Heads/Hubs Uniquely angled disc heads with patented design that deflects dust outward rather than collecting it in the center, ensuring uniform sanding pressure. Standard sizes Ø125mm (12 slots) and Ø180mm (18 slots). Suitable for manual sanding, edge breaking, floor sanding, and profile treatment.
• KADICMA Patented disposable sanding disc system with abrasive supported by a dense rigid brush for efficient edge and surface grinding. Features snap-lock locking mechanism for tool-free disc changes in seconds. Available in Ø80 and Ø125 disc sizes with Tampico brush heights of 35mm or 45mm, and grit options P60 through P220.
• Easy-Sand Lightweight sanding head primarily developed for smaller hand machines with a unique closing system for rapid grit-size changes. Equipped with Tampico brushes (35mm + 45mm height) and red/brown aluminum oxide abrasive strips. Available in grit sizes P80, P120, P220. Weighs only 0.088 kg without brushes.
• Profile Heads/Hubs (Profilkerner) Profile cores designed for easy edge sanding on CNC machines, single or double tenoners. The flexible system eliminates the need to change sanding material between profile changes. Modular construction with patented O-rings system for quick, tool-free bristle changes.
• Special Sanding Heads/Hubs Custom-designed sanding heads tailored for complex items with varying heights, composed with different diameters to ensure uniform brushing pressure across the work piece, especially relevant for composite materials with complex geometries.
• Sand-Perfect 600 Dual-spindle industrial sanding machine for sanding flat to highly complex work pieces in composite, wood, or metal. Adjustable working width up to 600mm on each side, height-adjustable rubber feet eliminating vibrations, and optional conveyor belt compatibility for automated sanding.
• Sand-Perfect 100 Flexible sanding machine for sanding all types of edges and work pieces with complex contours. Tilting axle enables use of both Flex Trim disc head and traditional Flex Trim head. Height-adjustable sanding head and vibration-dampening rubber feet.
• Sand-Perfect 100-100 Very flexible dual-spindle sanding machine for sanding all types of edges and complex contour work pieces. Two individually operating shafts usable by two operators simultaneously or with different sanding solutions. Shafts can rotate in both directions.
• Sand-Perfect Arm Sander Flexible arm-based sanding machine bridging the gap between manual sanding and throughput machines. Weight-reducing arm for ergonomic operation with no vibration. Mountable with Flex Trim disc or traditional CNC head. Can be mounted on the DUSTY suction table for dust-free operation.
• Sand-Perfect 60 Industrial pneumatic sanding machine as a strong alternative to existing hand sanders. Suitable for sanding flat work pieces and profiled pieces with 5–10mm radius edges. Fixed speed ~600 RPM, dust shield connectable to any vacuum system, no vibration during operation.
• Sand-Perfect 50 Pneumatic handheld sanding machine designed as an alternative to eccentric sanders. Suitable for small tasks and intermittent use. Speed adjustable 250–2000 RPM via mounted valve. No vibration during operation. Compatible with disc heads (Ø50) and traditional heads (Ø40).
• Sand-Perfect Mini Electric hand sanding machine developed as an alternative to eccentric sanders. Suitable for small tasks and industrial applications. Speed adjustable 700–2200 RPM. Mountable as a fixed edge sander on existing machines. No vibration eliminates arm, shoulder, and wrist problems.
• Pneumatic Sander 400 Pneumatic sanding machine with 400mm working width based on Flex Trim's patented brush sanding system. Two handles for stable control, dust control system encloses the brush when connected to exhaust, automatic forward movement via drum rotation, no vibration, ATEX-rated.
• Pneumatic Sander 200 Pneumatic sanding machine with 200mm working width based on Flex Trim's patented brush sanding system. Dust control system, two ergonomic handles for stable operation, automatic forward movement via drum rotation, no vibration during operation.
• Stack Sander (Stakpudser) Stack sanding machine providing fast and efficient sanding of large surfaces and edges when plates are stacked. Machine weight reduced to 14kg, suspended in a weight-regulating pulley for minimal operator strain. Integrated extraction system minimizing dust.
• iSand HWY Robot-integrated sanding solution compatible with most robot brands, suitable for sanding surfaces and edges with flat and complex geometries. Features its own operating panel or integration with robot controller. Standard working width 100–400mm, motor 1×0.55kW, RPM 100–700.
• iSand Cobot PNEU Collaborative robot sanding tool designed as an "End-of-Arm" tool compatible with Universal Robots UR5, UR10, and UR16 (both E-series and CB-series). Pneumatic-powered with speed 100–600 RPM. Includes hardware and software. Features swap-out scheme for certified sanding and snap-lock version for automatic tool switching.
• iSand Cobot ELEC Electrically powered cobot sanding solution integrating and mounting on any cobot or robot. Includes hardware and UR-CAP software for Universal Robots integration. 120W power input, RPM range 50–800. Supports swap-out routine for systematic sanding operations and snap-lock version for automatic tool changes.
• Vingepudseren (Blade Sander) Wing/blade sanding machine for sanding wind turbine blades and similar large composite surfaces, capable of sanding 80–90% of a blade's surface. Equipped with 2 large wheels and 4 small wheels for smooth handling and 100% uniform brushing pressure. Features contour-following flaps and three extraction ports for optimal dust removal.
• Special Machines Custom-designed special machines for specific customer projects. Flex Trim applies its machine manufacturing expertise to develop tailored solutions that fit specific customer requirements, taking part in the development of the machine and solution.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced sanding time from 20 minutes to 1 minute 53 seconds per medal box at Rio 2016 Olympics
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• KA.EFcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 June 2018One of Flex Trim's major dealers in Germany specializing in sanding canvas. Operates the showroom/test center in Senden-Bösensell near Münster in partnership with Flex Trim.
• Universal RobotscoreTechnology or IntegrationiSand Cobot is designed specifically for Universal Robots cobots (UR5, UR10, UR16, both E- and CB-series). Includes dedicated UR-CAP software for seamless integration.
• Stiles Machinery Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Flex Trim products in the USA, specifically serving the Grand Rapids, Michigan area (3965 44th Street SE, MI 49512-3982).

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Houfek: Czech manufacturer of edge, wide-belt, and brush sanding machines — co-located with Flex Trim at the Münster showroom/test center. Houfek is a comparable regional specialist in industrial brush sanding machines, particularly for the woodworking sector.

Broad incumbents

• 3M: Diversified industrial giant with a large Abrasives division (Cubitron, Scotch-Brite). 3M is a broad incumbent competing with Flex Trim on industrial sanding consumables and finishing systems across all three of Flex Trim's verticals.
• Makita: Japanese power tool manufacturer with a broad sanding lineup. Makita is comparable as a broad incumbent in handheld sanding machines, though without Flex Trim's specialized brush-sanding patents.
• Bosch Power Tools: Global power tool and accessory manufacturer offering random orbital sanders and abrasive consumables. Bosch competes with Flex Trim at the handheld/portable sanding equipment end of the market.
• Saint-Gobain (Norton Abrasives): Global materials group with Norton as its abrasives brand, serving metal, woodworking, and composites. Saint-Gobain/Norton is a broad incumbent that competes with Flex Trim in industrial sanding consumables and surface finishing.

Direct peers

• Festool: German premium power tool specialist known for sanding systems (e.g., Planex, ROTEX). Festool overlaps with Flex Trim in professional surface finishing for woodworking and finishing applications, though its portfolio is broader.
• Mirka: Finland-based manufacturer of abrasives and sanding systems (including net-sanding and robotic sanding tools). Mirka is the closest direct peer — a Nordic competitor with a comparable product portfolio spanning surface preparation across wood, metal, and composites.
• Klingspor: German manufacturer of abrasives (sandpaper, sanding belts, discs) with strong presence in woodworking and metalworking. Klingspor is comparable to Flex Trim as a long-established specialist in coated abrasives and surface treatment consumables.
• Sia Abrasives (Sia Abrasives Industries AG): Swiss manufacturer of coated abrasive products (sheets, discs, belts, strips) used in wood, metal, and composite sanding. Sia competes directly with Flex Trim's consumable sanding brush/strip portfolio.

Others

• Universal Robots: Danish collaborative robot manufacturer that is Flex Trim's key integration partner for the iSand Cobot. Universal Robots is included as an ecosystem enabler whose commercial trajectory directly influences Flex Trim's automated sanding growth.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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