Workholding System Features Quick-Change, Modular Design

Mate Precision Technologies’ 52/96 workholding system is engineered to maximize holding power for 3-, 4- and 5-axis machining centers. The company says the system reduces setup times and process variability, while providing accuracy and repeatability in a compact, quick-change, modular design.

The system is also compatible with similar 52- and 96-mm, four-post pull stud configurations from Lang, Jergens, 5th Axis, Gerardi and more. 

The system features Mate’s DynoGrip self-centering vises, which include quick-change jaws that are hardened, interchangeable and reversible. No tools are required to attach or remove. They also offer an anti-Lift Design in which the pusher and jaw exert downward force on the piece part. Synchronized timed threads on both the lead screw and pushers enable repeatable precision centering with interchangeable replacement components. The vises are coated with Black Diamond surface treatment to maximize life.

For factory automation, the workholding system includes a QuickSpecs 2D bar code tag product identification system which is smartphone enabled and 3D-graphic supported, enabling real-time access to critical user data, CAD models and potential integration into user’s business systems. The system also supports common robotic interfaces and palletizing systems.

Going beyond machining, the system can be used in a variety of applications such as inspection, CMM, cleaning, washing, assembly and additive manufacturing.