Toolholders & Workholding

The complete machining of cylindrical bores from raw part to precise, controllable tolerances in just one setup on its H Series machining center dramatically reduces tooling and machine cost as well as machining times, according to Heller.

Manufacturing and design engineers thrive on producing new and innovative products, and rely on an efficient process to get them there. Now, there are structural adhesives available to take that process to the next level. 3M Scotch-Weld Acrylic Adhesive DP8425NS and 3M Scotch-Weld low-odor Acrylic Adhesive DP8825NS offer a fast cure time and expand process work time up to 25 minutes.

Designed for precision part clamping, the line of dual-force, precision vises from Palmgren deliver workhold efficiencies and increased productivity by providing the strength and rigidity to hold parts securely and accurately.

BIG Kaiser Precision Tooling Inc. introduces a new small-diameter indexable rough boring solution for a range not previously available.

NT Tool's Easy Preset Collet Holders are designed to increase setup speeds and minimize downtime on the shop floor.

Dillon Manufacturing introduces full grip jaws made of 1018 CR steel from 6 inches to 15 inches in diameter, with heights of 2, 4, and 6 inches.

KERN Microtechnik, a machine manufacturer based in Bavaria, introduced an upgrade of their KERN Micro: An integrated work piece changer.

Aerotech's Planar_DLA integrated, open-frame stages have high dynamics and exceptional geometric performance in a low-profile package.

Quick-change VARIA from ITI Tooling Co. Inc. is a fast, safe and flexible tool holding system that is used to reportedly improve the productivity of most modern CNC lathes.

Tongtai's newest MT series lathes were developed for improving cycle times and turning processes for the automotive industry where small parts are typically made within 60 seconds.

NT Tool offers its high-accuracy hydraulic chucks in the slim-bodied PHC-S holder ideal for use in tight spaces.

ERI America introduces hydraulic chucks from WTE Präzisionstechnik GmbH.