Workholding
Vacuum Workholding for Thin Parts: First Episode of The One-Person Shop
A new video series looks at technology and practices for thriving as a very small machining business. In this episode, how workholding using air pressure permits rapid setup of parts too delicate to be held in a vise.
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New Walter Copy Turn System Offers Stability
Walter released the W-1011-P/WL25 Copy Turn system, with positive locking technology for enhanced stability, longer tool life and reduced vibrations, according to the company.
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Kurt's RV36 Robotic Gripper Automatically Changes Fingers
Kurt Workholding’s RV36 Gripper allows automated finger or end effector changes without changing the gripper body.
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Palmgren's Dual Force Precision CNC Vises Excel in Parallel
Palmgren says its Dual Force Precision CNC Vises excel in workholding situations where parts require multiple vises in parallel.
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CEO Linda Pilvelis Retires from Dapra Corporation
Dapra CEO Linda Pilvelis has retired, with Shawn Lawlor succeeding her in the position.
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Roemheld PC 80 Holds Prismatic and Round Parts
Roemheld’s PC 80 manual vises are compatible with prismatic and cylindrical components, changing between the two in minutes.
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Industrial Magnetics To Acquire Walker Magnetics
Industrial Magnetics Inc. plans to acquire nearly all the assets of Walker Magnetics Group Inc.
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SMW TX Series Chucks Operate Six Months Without Lubrication
SMW Autoblock TX Series three-jaw pull-down chucks features a symmetrical master-jaw design that promotes a long lifetime and consistent part quality.
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How to Save Time When Mounting Jaws on Three-Jaw Chucks
Precisely placing jaws on three-jaw chucks for CNC turning machines is difficult, but a laser pointer and clever programming can ease the issue.
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Teknics's Zerolox Nano XP 80Z Provides Powerful Workholding
Teknics ZeroClamp says its Zerolox Nano XP 80Z Zero Point Workholding automation console provides over 5.5 tons of clamping force — and supports simple automation.
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