Shop Floor Automations — Manufacturing System Integrator

Controlink Systems LLC delivers shop floor automation and manufacturing system integration solutions that connect CNC machines, engineering, and production workflows. From DNC communications to real-time monitoring and custom integration, their software is built to reduce scrap, cut downtime, and keep operators focused on making parts instead of chasing files across the floor.

Manufacturing system integrator supporting CNC shop floor automation

Our Shop Floor Automation Services

Integrated software and engineering solutions for CNC communication, monitoring, automation, and connected manufacturing workflows.

CNC File Transfer

Machine Link™ streamlines CNC/DNC program sending, receiving, editing, and management for shops using standard RS-232 communications across multiple machine controls.

Remote File Serving

Machine Link™ QUICK Serve automates remote CNC file requests so operators can stay at the machine while receiving the latest engineering-approved programs.

Multi-Machine Communication

PLUS and PRO platforms support simultaneous communication sessions, helping manufacturers manage multiple CNC machines from a single computer efficiently.

Mobile DNC Access

PDA-DNC™ provides portable CNC program upload, download, and drip-feed capability for technicians who need mobility on the shop floor.

Process Monitoring

iMonitor delivers real-time data collection and analysis for vibration, process monitoring, and modal testing using NI hardware platforms.

Custom Engineering

Engineering Services connect databases, PLCs, motion controllers, sensors, and industrial protocols into practical, user-friendly manufacturing systems.

Integrated Shop Solutions

Built for Connected Manufacturing Performance

As a manufacturing system integrator, Controlink Systems LLC helps shops connect machines, software, and people into one reliable workflow. Their solutions support CNC/DNC communications, remote file delivery, process monitoring, and custom interfaces that reduce training time, improve machine utilization, and keep engineering-approved data moving where it is needed most on the shop floor.

Connected CNC automation and manufacturing software interface
Trusted In Manufacturing

Success Stories

Helping manufacturers improve uptime, file control, and shop-floor efficiency with proven automation solutions.

"Machine Link™ has significantly improved our productivity. We are now spending seconds doing what took us about thirty minutes before, since we had to manually enter each program. Plus, Machine Link™ is so easy to use that anybody in the shop can use it with minimal training."

Greg Scheldberg

"Our daily activities in the Machine Shop have definitely become more manageable since installing Machine Link™. Machine Link™ has helped us to improve accuracy of records along with increased machine utilization. The bottom line is to say that we have overcome some big, big obstacles in our day to day..."

Steve Lisano

"Machine Link™ was easy to setup and we were able to quickly back-up all of our CNC program files from 46 different machine tools. We also, within minutes, established successful communications to a machine we had never spoken with before. It works great!"

Richard Recker

"Machine Link™ is great! It's reliable and very easy to use. We manufacture high precision molds and use Machine Link™ to download very large files. We have never had a problem with it."

Chris Wiesmann

"Machine Link™ is easy to use, was easy to setup, and worked the first time with no problems and I don't even know how to operate Windows. It is far superior to any other communication software I have ever tried. I love it!"

Ken Havard

"Machine Link™ really works well. We use its 'Search and Replace' capabilities virtually everyday. We can download a program from the control, make some quick changes, then send it right back."

Royce Burton

"Machine Link™ has significantly improved our productivity. We are now spending seconds doing what took us about thirty minutes before, since we had to manually enter each program. Plus, Machine Link™ is so easy to use that anybody in the shop can use it with minimal training."

Greg Scheldberg

"Our daily activities in the Machine Shop have definitely become more manageable since installing Machine Link™. Machine Link™ has helped us to improve accuracy of records along with increased machine utilization. The bottom line is to say that we have overcome some big, big obstacles in our day to day..."

Steve Lisano

"Machine Link™ was easy to setup and we were able to quickly back-up all of our CNC program files from 46 different machine tools. We also, within minutes, established successful communications to a machine we had never spoken with before. It works great!"

Richard Recker

"Machine Link™ is great! It's reliable and very easy to use. We manufacture high precision molds and use Machine Link™ to download very large files. We have never had a problem with it."

Chris Wiesmann

"Machine Link™ is easy to use, was easy to setup, and worked the first time with no problems and I don't even know how to operate Windows. It is far superior to any other communication software I have ever tried. I love it!"

Ken Havard

"Machine Link™ really works well. We use its 'Search and Replace' capabilities virtually everyday. We can download a program from the control, make some quick changes, then send it right back."

Royce Burton

"Machine Link™ has significantly improved our productivity. We are now spending seconds doing what took us about thirty minutes before, since we had to manually enter each program. Plus, Machine Link™ is so easy to use that anybody in the shop can use it with minimal training."

Greg Scheldberg

"Our daily activities in the Machine Shop have definitely become more manageable since installing Machine Link™. Machine Link™ has helped us to improve accuracy of records along with increased machine utilization. The bottom line is to say that we have overcome some big, big obstacles in our day to day..."

Steve Lisano

"Machine Link™ was easy to setup and we were able to quickly back-up all of our CNC program files from 46 different machine tools. We also, within minutes, established successful communications to a machine we had never spoken with before. It works great!"

Richard Recker

"Machine Link™ is great! It's reliable and very easy to use. We manufacture high precision molds and use Machine Link™ to download very large files. We have never had a problem with it."

Chris Wiesmann

"Machine Link™ is easy to use, was easy to setup, and worked the first time with no problems and I don't even know how to operate Windows. It is far superior to any other communication software I have ever tried. I love it!"

Ken Havard

"Machine Link™ really works well. We use its 'Search and Replace' capabilities virtually everyday. We can download a program from the control, make some quick changes, then send it right back."

Royce Burton
The Controlink Difference

Why Choose Controlink Systems LLC?

Manufacturers rely on Controlink Systems LLC for practical, proven automation and integration expertise.

Since 1998

Developing manufacturing software and integration solutions for over 25 years across demanding shop environments.

NI Network

Member of the NI Partner Network since 2000 with deep software and hardware experience.

Protocol Expertise

Works across SQL, PLCs, motion control, and protocols like Modbus, Profinet, EtherCAT, and Serial.

Shop-Floor Focus

Solutions are designed for machinists and engineers to reduce scrap, downtime, and unnecessary walking.

About Our Team

Experienced specialists in machining and industrial software.

Controlink Systems LLC has been developing software solutions for manufacturing environments since 1998. From its headquarters in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, the company has built a reputation for linking systems together across CNC machining, process monitoring, end-of-line testing, and industrial control. As a member of the NI Partner Network since 2000, Controlink combines long-standing technical expertise with a practical understanding of how real shops operate every day. Their work focuses on creating understandable, user-friendly interfaces and dependable automation tools that run continuously in demanding production settings. The goal is simple: help manufacturers improve productivity, reduce downtime, and solve complex integration challenges with software and engineering that make sense on the shop floor.

25+ YearsServing machine shops and industrial facilities
Since 1998Developing manufacturing software and automation solutions
NI Partner Since 2000Trusted experience with NI software and hardware

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a shopfloor system?

A shopfloor system is the combination of software, machine communications, and workflow tools used to manage production activity where parts are actually made. It can include CNC file transfer, remote program requests, machine monitoring, process data collection, and links between engineering and operators. The goal is to improve control, reduce delays, and keep production moving with accurate, current information.

What does 'shop floor' mean in manufacturing?

What does a manufacturing system integrator do?

Can your solutions work with older CNC machines?

How does remote CNC file serving improve productivity?

Do you provide custom integration services beyond software products?

What industries benefit from shop floor automation?

How do I know which Controlink solution fits my facility?

Still Have Integration Questions?

Speak with our team about your machines, workflow, and automation goals.

Trusted & Proven

Awards and Recognition

NI Partner Network recognition

NI Partner Network

Member since 2000 for trusted integration expertise.

Timken recognition for innovative software

Timken Recognition

Featured for innovative DNC software technology.

Manufacturing software experience recognition

25+ Years Experience

Long-standing manufacturing software development track record.

Let’s Improve Your Shop Floor Workflow

Share your machines, communication challenges, or integration goals, and our team will help identify the right software or engineering solution.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (800) 838 3479. You can also send us a quick email at support@controlinksystems.com