MiniLock Clamping Device
The MiniLock from Kurt Manufacturing Co. is a small, screw down clamp that operates much like a precision vise.
Operation / Process
Toolholding & Workholding
Top Flange Work Supports
Carr Lane Roemheld Manufacturing Co. introduces a new top flange work support.
mPower Workholding System
Fixtureworks offers the integrated mPower workholding system from Modern Industries.
Accessories in action
Machine tool accessories can offer economical solutions to many tooling and machine setup issues. Used in combination with a machine that delivers the speed and features a shop needs, accessories can help improve productivity and reduce machine failures. This article examines the benefits of several key accessories, including spindle maintenance tools, toolholder maintenance tools, covers, indicator stands, chip fans, tool assembly devices and specialty workholding devices.
Shrink Fit Machine
Shrinking and unshrinking tool holders is exceptionally efficient and easy with Lyndex-Nikken Inc.'s latest Shrink Fit Machine, according to the company.
GN 185
J.W. Winco Inc., a leading supplier of standard industrial machine components, announced it now offers series GN 185 Countersunk Washers with Plastic Cover Disk.
K-Column
EB Manufacturing Co. is introducing the "K-Column" modular clamping and machining system for use on horizontal machining centers.
ROTA NCS
When facing quality demands that are constantly increasing in today's machining industry, the ROTA NCS is a forward looking development that ensures the user a maximum degree of security in investment. The ROTA NCS sealed 3-jaw power chuck from SCHUNK combines high clamping force with maximum precision affording sound workholding for the most difficult of applications.
Vacuum assist
Vacuum workholding is catching on in new and different applications.
HDM690 Vise
Kurt Manufacturing Co.'s new HDM690 vise is for precision clamping large parts for tool and die and production CNC applications.
Models SCD430 and SCD640
Self-centering vises from Kurt Manufacturing Co., Industrial Products Div., improve machining center productivity by positioning and clamping workpieces precisely and quickly on a defined symmetrical axis.
Neidlein FFBHZ
LMC Workholding introduces new Neidlein FFBHZ face drivers for gear grinding, gear hobbing and gear milling, suited for high runout result operations with zero backlash.