Welders have the freedom to fixture small jobs on the fly, improving production repeatability. Specializes in manufacture of modular fixturing systems for horizontal and vertical cnc machining centers. This clamping system is ideal for modular fixturing for machining. To speed up changeover, master jigs or intermediate jigs can be used. The plate i received was their model tt1634c but with some minor blemishes not affecting its function. Fixturing systems can be generally designed to accommodate multiple uses, adjustable like clamps, or highly customized to accommodate specific workpiece designs.
A fixture is a workholding or support device used in the manufacturing industry. Oct 19, 2017 bluco modularfixturing setup on a horizontal machining center. Modular fixturing is only as good as the products that work with your plate. Mar 06, 2019 additionally, the platform can be used with a multifunctional face plate for indexers and fiveaxis machining centers. We deliver the highest quality components, tables, services and customized solutions in the. Modular fixture systems fast and flexible installation. These unique fixtures, loaded on a tombstone type tooling block, can be used to tool for multiple machining operations all in one setup.
Blucos application engineers work directly with our customers throughout the ordering process. Modular parts are the core of the seralock, wedgelock, movelock, and minilock workholding systems. Depending on the product variety and volume two systems are used. Ingersoll acquired the bluco system for a flexible machining system fms, consisting of seven now five. First, modular fixtures can be assembled entirely from reusable offtheshelf components, without machining. Flexible fixture automotive part passive pinarray fixed jaw mobile jaw pins workpiece displacement sensor b a c d. Rectangular tooling plates form the base for modular fixture.
Dec 26, 2006 drill a pallet with the same hole pattern as the fixture plates your looking at now, then you can use modular fixturing or make your own fixtures. Cnc indexing tables are used for 3 and 4 sided machining as optional 4th axis on. The person who prepares the machining program for the part also designs the modular workholding. Setup time is saved when you can just drop a fixture on the pins with a modular fixturing plate and run. Modular fixturing for machining introduction carr lane.
Modular fixturing can be a valuable tool for any machine shop. Figure 2714 modular fixturing begins with a subplate grid base and adds locators and clamps. Good applications for modular fixturing modular fixturing is an ideal answer to many workholding problems. We offer a large number of ancillary machining and finishing services, which gives us even greater flexibility. Comprising a ground, flat welding table with a surface of accurately machined holes for the setup of clamps and components at any point on the tabletop, modular fixturing can influence your ability to seamlessly adapt to a range of jobs. Some you will need to build, but your plate supplier should offer many standard accessories and hardware. First, modular fixtures can be assembled entirely from reusable offtheshelf. By eliminating dedicated fixturing and the related. Components include subplates, tombstones, vises, clamps, and bushings. Modular fixturing is a system of interchangeable components designed to securely and accurately hold a workpiece for machining, primarily on. The xplate system from miteebite products llc is an extremely versatile modular fixturing platform for 3, 4 and 5axis applications, providing many mounting options including a precision quickchange system when clamped in a vise or tslot table. Modular fixturing uses a number of simple locators pegs and clamps to that plug into a lattice of holes to hold the part. Holding parts for inspection can be a complex and potentially frustrating process but modular cmm fixturing provides a permanent solution. Next, many modular components are adjustable and universal.
They are a staple standard in many machine shops in the usa and abroad as well. You could use one in a leapfrog arrangement to keep a long part in alignment for multiple setups too. Perhaps the ultimate is a pallet changer that allows you to loadunload a pallet while the machine is working on another pallet. Fixtures are used to securely locate position in a specific location or orientation and support the work, ensuring that all. Modular fixturing components by fixtureworks are designed for modular workholding systems and allow for versatility and interchangeability for a multitude of industrial applications.
A modular base plate, along with a kit of precision fixturing components, can get machine. Swiftfix is a modular fixturing system designed to hold. If you have been involved in cnc machining for very long you know you need to setup the machines quick, you. Fixturing systems for wire edm, sinking edm, rotary indexing tables, aaxes and rotary spindles modular, zeropoint fixturing for vertical and horizontal machining self centering vises lns. Learn how our modular fixturing workholding components work together to create a universal modular fixture that completely dominates the competition by reducing setup times and saving money. How our modular fixturing workholding components work. Benefit from maximum modularity with the quickchange triag system that adapts to a standard 2. Compact in size and completely modular, this versatile clamping system allows easy height adjustment by coupling the modules. Custom workholding plates subplates used in leanmanufacturing environments for highspeed cnc machining.
Swiftfix is a modular fixturing system designed to hold components in the most effective manner to assist measurement effectiveness on your cmm or optical machine. A fixture is a device that holds a part for machining, assembly. Rayco has been a trusted brand in the industry for over 40 years. Jergens workholding products include a full line of workholding vises, quick change fixturing and tooling components for milling and machining as well as hoist rings for lifting, quick release pins and other. As cnc lathes become increasingly versatile machines, flexible solutions like modular fixturing also help to maintain quality from one unique part to the next. Other candidates for modular fixturing include the early stages of highvolume production runs, where engineering updates may require fixturing changes, and the smaller part runs that occur after a mass production job wanes. A guide to modular fixturing in welding the fabricator. Fixturing methodology that can be used is vice fixturing, modular.
Introduction to modular fixturing a valuable tool for every machine shop most metalmachining manufacturers have good applications for temporary. Total guide to cnc jigs, fixtures, and workholding solutions for mills. Tosa tool has been designing and building modular fixturing plates and components since 1992. Xplate modular fixturing platform cutting tool engineering. The actual workholding device, such as a milling vise. A fixture is a device that holds a part for machining, assembly, inspection, etc. Workpiece clamping system modular fixturing clamps. Modular fixturing, positioning and measuring equipment as well as feeder systems from witte form the variable, retoolable basis for. If renishaws standard range of modular fixturing does not meet your requirements, we offer a custom fixture design and manufacture service for your cmm, vision system. The plate i received was their model tt1634c but with some minor blemishes not affecting. Precision crafted fixturing for machining by utilizing over 250 modular pieces, custom fixtures can be built for any size or shape part in a matter of minutes.
Precision, modular weld tables eliminate costly sunk costs in dedicated fixtures. We sell cmm fixtures, portable measuring fixtures, vision fixtures and custom fixtures. May 15, 2002 modular fixturing is a system of interchangeable components designed to securely and accurately hold a workpiece for machining, primarily on holemaking machines such as horizontal and vertical machining centers. Nov 01, 2019 modular fixturing is ideal for use in hole making equipment, such as horizontal or vertical machining centers. The xplate can be configured as modular fixturing in custom slots, a quickchange receiver for plates, mini tombstones and longer trunnions.
In many ways modular fixturing is just like permanent fixturing, except for a few key differences. They have become a favorite with hobbyists and small businessmen recently as well. Both of the modular fixturing systems shown below feature tooling plates and blocks that utilize multipurpose holes in a precise grid pattern for locating and fastening. The tool plate has 2 sets of holes, for lengthwise and widthwise mounting. We deliver the highest quality components, tables, services and customized solutions in the industry.
Tosa tool specializes in modular fixturing solutions. Modular fixture design and interactive analysis introdution welcome to fixturenet ii. Fixture plates are literally the foundation for modular fixturing. Complete guide to fixture plates, tooling plates, and. This clamping solution is a modular fixturing kit based on a system of holes offered with three different grid types. Modular fixturing about the lean manufacturing solution. I bought a 25 x 16 subplate, 2 12 x 14 fixture plates, and 8 ball locks for around 3k from jergens. Fixtureworks offers a wide assortment of unique industrial products including clamps, workholding components, fixturing accessories, rollers and bumpers. The tooling plate can be mounted on the pallets using edge jis standard as well as radial reference din standard. Total guide to cnc jigs, fixtures, and workholding. Established in 1990, bluco is the leader in precision modular fixturing for welding, machining, and assembly. Modular fixturing pros and cons cutting tool engineering.
Modular systems, on the other hand, are best suited to small quantities or infrequent production runs. Figure 2715 dedicated fixture on the left versus modular fixture on the right. If you have been involved in cnc machining for very long you know you need to setup the machines quick, you want simple solutions that work, and you want rugged, precision fixturing products that last. Setup time is saved when you can just drop a fixture on the pins with a modular. Eliminate the hassle and cost of dedicated fixtures and maintenance, and replace them with precision, flexible components. It also accepts raptor dovetail components and the piranha zeropoint base. These and other flexible fixturing systems not only clamp accurately and consistently, but allow multiple machining operations to be performed in one setup, often slashing both production time and cost. Other candidates for modular fixturing include the early stages of highvolume.
An assembly set up for the modular fixture machining process was developed by krsulja et al. Most metalmachining manufacturers have good applications for temporary fixturing every day. We are proud to offer tosa tool modular fixturing for use with them. We sell cmm fixtures, portable measuring fixtures, vision fixtures and. The tooling plates are located on the machine table by use of locating keys. Modular fixturing system optical machine and cmm fixturing. Perhaps the ultimate is a pallet changer that allows you to. In their design, locators were positioned relative to the force applied during machining and the. Modular workholding is ideal for machining prototypes and in todays highmix, lowvolume production environments. A standardized approach to workholding flexible all in one fixture accommodates different part configurations and sizes. Modular concept allows for flexible cells nofault quality focus with a high degree of employee accountability elite workforce development program through the onsite educational center and pre. Jan 20, 2020 a modular fixturing system can help you to achieve that trifecta. Precision manipulation and fixturing of large, heavy parts. These and other flexible fixturing systems not only clamp accurately and consistently, but allow.
This leads back to the challenge of finding a cost justification that is more like a capital investment than the cost of a single joba challenge made greater after just making a large capital investment in a machining center. Many of our products are highly versatile and are easily adaptable to different applications including design, inspection, machining and finished goods. Feb 14, 2019 the video shows, using the example of the v70 t slot system, how quickly and easily modular jigs can be set up. The tslot system is based on base plates with grid dimensions of 70 mm. Every minute a cnc machining center sits idle while its being tooled up for the next job costs a shop money. Total guide to cnc jigs, fixtures, and workholding solutions. Rayco fixture offers both modular and custom cmm fixtures. Alufix classic hightech in aluminium witte barskamp. Carr lanes line of modular tooling solutions include two system sizes designed to suit a wide range of applications, providing an appropriate amount of clamping force.
History the stevens modular fixturing system got its start over fourty years ago when our own shop was competing for jobs in the aircraft parts industry. Most fixtures incorporate a solid component fixed to the floor of the work area or to the machine body, and are considered immobile relative to the machining bit. You put a fixture plate on your machine s table, and it lets you drop subplates onto locations with a high degree of repeatability. These tooling plates can be directly mounted on machine tables or can be used in standalone fixtures. All steel plates are ground from our steel supplier and precision machined at our. The possibility of reusing the elements guarantees a flexible and costeffective application of the universal fixturing and clamping system. The universal fixturing and clamping system is designed for the production of individual parts or small lots, with multiple clamping also for large batch production.
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