Trends in Multi-Axis Workholding and Quick-Change Fixturing
October 12, 2014
Long term industry trends to lean manufacturing, shorter lead times, smaller batch sizes and more setups have led to the growing use of 5 axis and multi-axis machines and accessories to eliminate multiple operations.
Jergens Expands its Workholding Pallets to Include 4-Pin and Manual ZPS Modules
July 14, 2014
Jergens Inc. expands their pallet solutions with a new 4-Pin pallet and a manual version of the ZPS (Zero Point System). The 4-Pin pallet features quick fixture exchanges and secure location for reduced setup time, while the manual ZPS offers fixture release and securement without air or hydraulic connections. These additions complement their existing pallet range, providing customers with versatile workholding solutions.
The Costs and Benefits of Horizontal Machining
June 29, 2014
Workholding for Advance CNC Machining of Grove City, OH used to mean just vises on their vertical machines.
Jergens New Multi-Axis, Low Profile Vise Ensures Repeatability and Extended Work Area
June 1, 2014
Jergens Inc. to feature new low-profile multi-axis vise at IMTS W-2374. Among the many workholding solutions designed to reduce set up time, this 5-Axis Vise features a low profile to provide extended work area above the vise (increased Z travel). The design and manufacture maintains the same strength characteristics of the company's larger vises ensuring stability, repeatability and long service life.
Penske Racing Names Jergens, Inc. Preferred Workholding Solutions Provider
October 11, 2013
Jergens Inc. is proud to announce it has been named the Preferred Workholding Solutions Supplier of Penske Racing. Working together with Penske Manufacturing, Jergens Workholding Solutions is bringing advanced quick-change fixturing to Penske machine shop operations. In the fast-paced world of NASCAR Racing, speed behind the scenes is critical to success on the track. Jergens Quick-Change Fixturing provides Penske Racing the ability to accelerate production and prototyping to improve their “Speed to Track.”™
Lenox Tools Cuts Car in Half at JIS Tradeshow
September 17, 2013
LenoxTools cutting a car in half at the JIS Innovation Education & Technology Trade Show!
