Workholding
Vektek Pressure Monitoring System Supports Multifixture CNC Automation
IMTS 2026: Vektek introduces the Guardian 2.0, an industrial-grade pressure monitoring system designed for continuous oversight of clamping pressure across complex, multifixture environments.
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Hainbuch Workholding Systems Enables Quick Changeovers
IMTS 2026: Hainbuch's Centrotex system enables complete clamping device changeovers in under a minute, with repeatability of 0.003 mm or less between the machine adapter and clamping device.
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From Manual to Hydraulic: Upgraded Design Propels Production
Hydraulic ARROW® Workholding Fixtures and ClampMAX® Power Systems reduced load/unload times by 50%, boosted throughput from 4 to 8.5 parts per hour, and took operator skill out of the equation.
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The Future of Machine Shop Automation: Why Flexibility Remains the Competitive Advantage
Almost any shop can automate at least some of its production, even in low-volume, high-mix applications. The key to getting started is finding the simplest solutions that fit your requirements. It helps to work with an automation partner that understands your needs.
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Jergens Workholding Solutions Boost CNC Machining Productivity
IMTS 2026: Jergens Inc. displays and demonstrates key product families, including its Ball Lock mounting systems, ZPS locking and locating modules, precision vises, MT-S Spindle Gripper and toggle clamps.
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How to Counter Jaw Lift and Wear
Jaw lift is a natural force that pushes parts ever so slightly out of the vise. Uncontrolled, it can throw ultra-precision parts out of tolerance. Careful planning can counter its worst effects.
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He Built a Machine Shop on a Working Cattle Farm (Video)
Jeff Lewis has spent his entire life on 380 acres in Cox's Creek, Kentucky — farming it, raising a family on it, and building a precision CNC shop that now machines die inserts for major automotive OEMs. This is how all three things ended up in the same place.
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Kurt Workholding Short-Body Vises Provide High-Density Workholding in Compact Applications
IMTS 2026: Kurt Workholding introduces the TL4SCS and TL6SCS TriLock short-body vises, featuring the Carvesmart dovetailed quick-change jaw system for high-density CNC workholding applications.
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Hurco Five-Axis Provides Efficient Production of Complex Parts
IMTS 2026: Hurco Co. showcases the BM500U five-axis machining center alongside a new eight-station automatic pallet changer designed to facilitate unmanned operation.
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Pascal Engineering Vise Improves Milling Accuracy
IMTS 2026: Pascal Engineering Inc. introduces the CVH double-acting centering vise designed to hold workpieces with high accuracy and repeatability while minimizing tool interference.
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