Smart Workholding Device Measures and Monitors
Sensor and IIoT technology combine to enable these chucks and mandrels to automatically monitor workholding parameters and measure part features to ensure process stability.
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Versatile Soft Jaw Introduces One-Size-Fits-All Technology
This soft jaw technology conforms to any part geometry and does not require removal from the machine tool when switching to a new job. It also saves shops setup and machining time, energy, and cost involved in the design and development of creating a custom soft jaw.
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Fully Sealed AcuGrind Air Chuck Designed for Extreme Tolerances During Turning and Grinding
Fully sealed AcuGrind Air Chuck features self-contained actuation and <0.002-mm repeatability.
Precision Machining Technology Review November 2021: Workholding
Production Machining’s workholding showcase includes SMW Autoblok, Forkhardt, Mate Precision Technologies, Norgren, Jergens and Platinum Tooling.
CNC Collet Chucks, Modified Standard Collets for Unique Part Geometries
The setup with Zagar Inc.’s 22c CNC collet chucks and its standard collets is designed to help ensure machining performance while providing very low runout as well as quick changeover to keep machine uptime high.
Tecnicrafts Collets, Guide Bushings for Swiss Turning Applications
Platinum Tooling Technologies offers Tecnicrafts Industries’ collets and guide bushings for Swiss-type CNC Lathes.
Jergen Dovetail Vises Offer Modular Quick-Change Options
These dovetail vises are said to offer secure clamping with minimal material, and are well suited for parts with multiple operations and larger metal removal.
Adaptix Soft Jaw Provides One-Size-Fits-All Workholding Process
Adaptable soft jaw is designed to streamline CNC machining process and provide a one-size-fits-all way to enhance workholding efficiency.
Forkhardt’s FNC+ Quick Jaw Change Power Chuck Offers Manufacturing Versatility
A reduced chuck body weight results in having less mass on the spindle and enables machine manufacturers to permit/machine a higher workpiece weight and attain higher rpms.
SMW BP Chuck Made for Harsh Machining Environments
The BP features a large through-hole that enables flexibility for virtually any application where a standard chuck is used.