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Workholding pot magnets are easy to attach
Pot magnets, made from the rare earth materials samarium-cobalt and neodymium-iron-boron, are easier to attach than previous models.
News from Goudsmit Magnetics Group BV (13 May 2003)
Cubes' rigidity determines successful cutting
User application article The rigidity and robustness of heavy duty T-bracket workholding cubes is critical in order to resist the high cutting forces required to cut titanium and exotic steel alloys.
News from Craftsman Tools ( 9 May 2003)
Quick-change fixture system saves costs
A pneumatically controlled fixture quick-change system designed to increase productivity on any vertical machining center reduces costs and increase profits. Distributors sought.
News from Rimeco Products ( 7 May 2003)
Low profile clamps expand real work area
Low profile clamps reduce production time by allowing more components to be machined on a single plate and maximizing the machineable area of the workpieces. Brochure available
News from WDS ( 6 May 2003)
Five-sides machining of metal components on ice
Ice chucks have many advantages, and the most important is that a cutter can gain access to all sides of a component, eleminating the need to rotate a part in order to machine all faces.
News from Cryotech (10 April 2003)
Lightweight workholding cube dampens vibrations
Triag's 'Mineral Cube' looks like any other workholding system but weighs the same as a cubed piece of aluminum of the same size, yet has ten times the dampening effect of cast iron.
News from REM Systems ( 3 April 2003)
Spring loaded positioning element is available
Used as a detent, positioner, or for clamping with spring pressure, the new positioning elements from J W Winco have a spring loaded nose that can be used for push-on or push-off operation.
News from J.W. Winco (31 March 2003)
Customised fixturing improve machining throughput
Custom workholding fixtures and tombstones designed around specific parts and processes greatly improve machining throughput while improving quality. Brochure available
News from Kurt Manufacturing Company (27 February 2003)
Magnetic clamps are smaller and more powerful
Whether you are welding, joining or finishing ferrous metals, magnetic clamps and holders can provide a more cost effective and easier to use alternative to traditional clamps. Brochure available
News from WDS ( 2 December 2002)
Low cost strips up machine tool productivity
Low-cost multiple vice modular strips can be utilised singly or collectively - in line with throughput requirements and budgets - to boost productivity on VMCs, HMCs, millers and grinders.
News from Leader Chuck Systems (25 November 2002)
One hour set times are just a fading memory
User application article Modular tooling system reduces one hour set-up times to 10 min at a subcontract machine shop specialising in castings for the servo motor industry.
News from REM Systems ( 8 November 2002)
Time to take a look at hydraulic clamping?
Hydraulic clamping of components for machining on conventional or pallet type machining centres ensure consistent clamping forces and reduce downtime.
News from Enerpac (29 August 2002)
Increase productivity from existing machines
If UK manufacturing companies are keen to increase productivity and output, they must move away from age-old methods and processes in work- and tool- holding when using metal cutting machine tools.
News from Nikken Kosakusho UK (28 August 2002)
Pneumatic toggle clamps improve productivity
Pneumatic toggle clamps automate set-up procedures in machining operations and reduce production times by up to 40%, improve accuracy and allow for a safer working environment. Brochure available
News from WDS (20 August 2002)
Fixtures ensured speed to market
User application article Quickly designing, manufacturing and supplying bespoke fixtures kept one of Europe's largest producers of shower trays on target. Brochure available
News from WDS ( 5 August 2002)
Magnetic workholding features extended catalogue
A standard parts and production equipment catalogue for workholding now includes a 40-page magnetics section as well as an extended hydraulics workholding range. Brochure available
News from WDS (16 July 2002)
Clamp on four sides, machine three faces
Representing a new departure in 4th and 5th axis machining, a core/faceplate assembly offers four sided clamping together with three face machining.
News from Micron Workholding (Microloc) (12 July 2002)
Modular fixturing system improves productivity
Inexpensive modular fixture workholding system allows automotive component manufacturer to increase productivity.
News from Wixroyd International (13 May 2002)
Spring plungers aid workpiece positioning
Spring plungers are commonly used where predefined positioning steps are required for workpieces, tooling or adjustment levers. Brochure available
News from Elesa (UK) (18 March 2002)
Twin-sided workholding system ousts bed clamps
A complete workholding solution has enabled a hydraulics manufacturter to reduce the production time for its latest hydraulic valve manifolds. Brochure available
News from WDS (14 March 2002)
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