Workholding
Diamond Serrations Reduce Hard Jaw Slippage
Hard jaws from Dillon Manufacturing are designed to center the workpiece and grip it equally with each jaw.
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Modular Workpiece Stabilizer System Adjusts to Tall Parts
Big Kaiser’s modular, zero-point Unilock stabilizer system provides lateral support for tall parts during machining, welding or assembly processes and enables the transfer of loads down to the table or base.
Read MoreMulti-Axis Vise Design Reduces Jaw Lift
Jergens’ vises for multi-axis machining, part of its Fixture Pro line of modular five-axis workholding, come in sizes ranging from 75 to 130 mm with a number of mounting options.
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Metrology Fixture Range Gains ¼ 20 Imperial Thread Size
Renishaw has added a ¼ 20 imperial thread size to its existing metrology fixtures product range.
Read MoreRoyal Products Promotes New Leadership
Former President of Royal Products, Allan Curran, steps into CEO role as Tom Sheridan and Chris Jakubowsky are promoted to president and executive vice president roles, respectively.
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Collet Pad Top Jaws Expand Chuck Workholding Capabilities
Collet pad top jaws from Dillon Manufacturing is said to enable aggressive machining to reduce cycle times and provide consistent repeatability.
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Palletization Slashes Setup Time for Racing Shop
Whereas his predecessor had left Big Kaiser’s Unilock pallets in the corner, Charlie Mitchell of Andretti Autosport saw that they could help him reduce setup time on his milling machines in an environment where quick turnaround is essential.
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Pallet System Offers Repeatability, High Clamping Forces
Jergens Inc. announces its Quick Loc (QL) pallet system for fixturing solutions on horizontal, vertical and rotary operations.
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Quick-Change Jaw System Adapts to Various Jaw Lock Dimensions
Huron Machine Products has released the System 3 quick-change jaw system, improving changeover time and minimizing cost for the chucking of various small and large parts.
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Maximizing Machines, Empowering the Machinist: The Art of Shop Floor Efficiency
When the Great Recession hit Linda Tool, leadership for the 66-year-old machine shop decided against cutting staff. Instead, they made a series of strategic investments and decisions around five-axis machining that has allowed them to scale up the business without increasing headcount.
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