Jergens Manufacturing Efficiency Blog

Achieving consistent workholding pressure is an art form for the skilled operator, and it’s an important step to ensuring that parts are locked down securely and positioned exactly for the next operation. Mechanical vises leave the door open for a higher degree of variation, whereas hydraulic vises repeat with very high accuracy. Additionally, they are fast and easy to operate – both of which contribute to faster overall cycle times. Take for example Jergens 130mm double-acting hydraulic vise – it provides high holding forces, quick clamping and repeatability to improve speed and part tolerance. To handle the many options of CNC machining, this vise comes standard with multiple mounting patterns, different jaw options and easy access to plumbing and maintenance ports. 

Many machining operations benefit from multiple part setups, right? Maximize machine uptime, capacity and capability. Size, shape and complexity of surfaces to be machined usually dictate what’s possible. So does the total machining envelope that the CNC will allow. Jergens has an answer to how to best position and clamp the highest number of parts while staying clear of tool paths and spindle movements – sound OK?

We are very excited to be honored at this year’s 2021 Evolution of Manufacturing Conference and Awards!

If you’re machining multiple parts simultaneously on your CNCs with frequent changeover, you well know the importance of quick and accurate location. Shortened overall cycle times can mean the difference between profit and loss. Jergens Zero Point System provides this key advantage and has now been expanded to include new pneumatic subplates and multi-pull stud fixture plates to further optimize the choice for workholding.

We are pleased to announce that Next Generation Tooling has signed on as Manufacturers’ Representatives for Jergens Workholding Solutions Group in the great States of California and Nevada.

As the manufacturing skills gap continues to widen, job candidates with 5-axis CNC skills are in high demand.

We are pleased to announce that Jack Schron, Owner of Jergens Inc., has been selected as the 2020 Harvard Businessman of the Year. This annual award is given by the Harvard Business School Club of Northeast Ohio.

We are pleased to announce the release of our new three- and four-sided pyramid risers that permit multi-part load and provide greater access for five axis machining applications. Part of the Fixture-Pro® line of quick-change modular workholding solutions, our pyramids feature a 30-degree mounting surface to ensure maximum clearance for spindle and cutting tool paths resulting in more machining per setup.

Jergens, Inc. announced that it has received a new certification that will expand the company’s engineering and design capabilities in the aerospace, space and defense sectors. The certification is designated for Jergens Specialty Fastener products, including Quick Release Pins, Threaded Inserts, Spring Plungers, Spring Loaded Devices, Handwheels, and Adjustable Handles & Knobs.

The Industrial Supply Association’s (ISA) highest distinction is the John J. Buckley Lifetime Achievement Award. This award is given annually, and it honors any individual in the MR0P channel for their long-standing service in the industrial supply industry.