Manual and automatic fixtures have their own benefits depending on what they are being used for. No matter the purpose, using the correct workholding fixtures can make fixturing and workholding projects look simple. With many years of simplifying the manufacturing process, PAWS Workholding has made custom workholding fixtures more accessible without sacrificing quality. Read ahead to find out about the custom workholding fixtures we offer and their different uses.
Horizontal Fixtures
At PAWS Workholding, our horizontal fixtures are built to your specifications. Horizontal fixtures are highly accurate and maximize loading densities and machine run time. We offer horizontal fixtures at tombstone sizes of 400×400 and 500×500.
These fixtures are often used to cut workpieces from various angles, making them the perfect choice for side-oriented work. If you are looking to cut grooves, slots, or gears, a horizontal fixture is your top choice. While they may be a bit more expensive, they make up for the price in the following areas.
- Speed
- Capacity
- Durability
- Precision
Because of these benefits, horizontal fixtures are highly trusted and favored in the aerospace, automotive, and construction industries. Our horizontal fixtures are highly accurate with vibration-damping tombstone designs that make them that much better for your needs. PAWS Workholding also offers installation support and turnkey options.
Trunnion Fixtures
At PAWS Workholding, we offer trunnion fixtures to maximize the efficiency of your vertical center. With 4th axis withholding, our trunnion fixtures reduce machining operations and permit access to three sides of your workpiece.
These cylindrical fixtures provide maximum flexibility and efficiency across the board. They improve productivity by allowing work to be done on multiple sides of the same operation. A trunnion fixture is a perfect addition to your vertical fixture if you are looking to enhance efficiency at a fraction of the cost of other workholding solutions.
Vertical Fixtures
One major advantage of our vertical fixture at PAWS Workholding is the ability to save time between clamp cycles. This convenient custom workholding fixture is offered in manual, pneumatic, or hydraulic clamping options.
Vertical fixtures are ideal for precision projects that require attention to detail because of their excellent spindle orientation. Vertical workholding solutions employ spindles with every vertical orientation. They are also beneficial because they take up less space compared to horizontal fixtures.
Learn More About CNC Machinery With PAWS Workholding
PAWS Workholding is your headquarters for custom workholding solutions. With over 60 years of combined engineering and fixture-building experience, PAWS Workholding is the top choice. Our entire engineering and build production processes from start to finish have an estimated average turnaround time of just 13 weeks.
Whether you are searching for a horizontal, trunnion, or vertical workholding fixture, we’ve got your back. Our team has an extensive knowledge of clamping methods. We also have quick turnaround and installation support. Let us help you design, build, and program your work center. Contact our engineering team today to learn more about our custom workholding fixtures and how we can help make your processes better.
