Workholding

An off-the-shelf robotic gripper that conforms to a variety of parts shapes without reprogramming.

Workholder modeling slashes setup time.

A U-axis system that enables complete machining of a part on one standard machine tool without rotating the workpiece or moving it to a lathe.

Diaphragm chucks are ideal for thin-walled parts or parts made with delicate materials, according to the Workholding column in the August 2014 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine.

When turning long parts, the traditional workholding technique is to chuck one end of the part and support the other end with a live or dead center. This is generally effective but has two drawbacks.

Tired of your wimpy 5C indexer or NC rotary table giving up its position faster than a politician after an election? Maybe it's time to supersize that commodity indexer.

Hydraulic vises ofer accurate workholding for workpieces large and small.

If your shop is looking for a low-cost, simple and effective way to reduce setup time, consider zero-point clamping.

A unique collet-and-cartridge workholding system for machining small parts.

Regardless of a live center's brand, its quality is acceptable or the center manufacturer wouldn't be in business. In addition, most center designers have kept pace with today's high-horsepower machines, aggressive machining parameters and high-pressure coolant applications to avoid limiting the accuracy and service life of a live center.