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The Daily Grind – Episode 34: “Zero-Point Workholding with Lyndex-Nikken”

On today's episode of The Daily Grind, Rob Layng talks with Michael Ricketts, Product Manager - Automation at Lyndex-Nikken, about zero-point workholding, faster changeovers, repeatability, custom solutions, machine tending, and the return on investment behind keeping spindles running.

October 29, 2026By Timothy Spaeth

On today's episode of The Daily Grind, Rob Layng talks with Michael Ricketts, Product Manager – Automation at Lyndex-Nikken, about zero-point workholding, faster changeovers, repeatability, custom solutions, machine tending, and the return on investment behind keeping spindles running.

The conversation covers the ZeroClamp system, how repeatable fixture positioning can reduce setup time, where automation fits, and what shops should consider before investing.

Learn more about Lyndex-Nikken:

Zero-point workholding resources:
content-library/cut-setup-time-and-gain-flexibility

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