Innovating Custom Workholding: A Deep Dive into Our Latest Fixture Project

At Martin Trunnion Tables, our team takes immense pride in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in custom workholding solutions. Recently, we completed a fixture project that exemplifies our commitment to precision, innovation, and customer satisfaction. This project, designed for a Fanuc Robodrill, showcases how we seamlessly integrate advanced workholding components to create a solution that meets the unique needs of our customer.

A Fixture Tailored for Precision Machining

The fixture we developed is a testament to our ability to handle diverse part types and sizes, catering to customers across multiple industries. Specifically designed for a Fanuc Robodrill, this fixture enables precise indexing of extrusions at multiple angles during the machining process. The ability to index at various angles is crucial for our customer, allowing them to machine complex geometries with a high degree of accuracy. This precision is essential in industries where tolerances are tight, and there is no room for error.

TS1200 Hydraulic Braking System: Maximum Rigidity, Maximum Confidence

One of the standout features of this fixture is our proprietary TS1200 hydraulic braking system. Rigidity is the cornerstone of any successful machining operation, and the TS1200 ensures that the workpiece remains securely in place throughout the process. The hydraulic braking system provides an impressive clamping force of up to 500 ft. lbs., which not only enhances the stability of the fixture but also improves the quality of the machined parts by reducing vibration and movement.

In high-precision machining, even the slightest movement can lead to defects in the final product. The TS1200’s ability to maintain rigidity throughout the machining cycle gives our customers the confidence to push their machines to their limits, knowing that the fixture will perform reliably under pressure.

Quick Change Pallet Components: Flexibility Meets Precision

In today’s fast-paced manufacturing environment, the ability to quickly adapt to different production needs is more important than ever. That’s why we’ve incorporated quick change pallet components into this fixture. These components allow the customer to swap between various fixtures with ease and precision, significantly reducing setup times and increasing overall productivity.

​Quick change systems are vital in operations where downtime can have a substantial impact on the bottom line. By enabling rapid transitions between different machining setups, we help our customers maximize their machine utilization and respond more quickly to changing production demands.

Integrating the Best of Workholding: PAWS Workholding and Carr Lane Manufacturing Co.

At Martin Trunnion Tables, we believe in leveraging the best components the industry has to offer. For this fixture, we’ve integrated low-profile clamping from PAWS Workholding and the headless Carr Lock from Carr Lane Manufacturing Co., two of the most respected names in the workholding industry

Low-Profile Clamping from PAWS Workholding

Low-profile clamps are essential when space is at a premium and every millimeter counts. The PAWS Workholding low-profile clamps used in this fixture are designed to provide maximum holding power while occupying minimal space. Specifically, these clamps can exert a clamping force of up to 3,000 lbs per clamp, ensuring that the workpiece is held securely during machining. This allows for more flexibility in fixture design and ensures that the clamps do not interfere with the machining process. The result is a clean, efficient setup that enables the machining of parts with complex geometries.

Headless Carr Lock from Carr Lane Manufacturing Co.

The headless Carr Lock system from Carr Lane Manufacturing Co. is another critical component of this fixture. Carr Lock systems are known for their ability to provide repeatable and accurate positioning, which is essential in high-precision machining. The headless design offers additional benefits, such as reduced interference with other components and increased flexibility in fixture design. The Carr Lock system in this fixture boasts repeatability within ±0.0005 inches, ensuring consistent, precise alignment every time the fixture is used.

Unmatched Trunnion Accuracy

A key aspect of this fixture is the trunnion itself, which plays a vital role in achieving the desired precision during machining. The trunnion used in this setup is engineered to provide a surface flatness and squareness of ± .0005" over the working surface, making it ideal for applications that demand exacting standards. This level of accuracy ensures that each part is machined to the precise specifications required by our customer, reducing the need for secondary operations and increasing overall efficiency.

Discover the Martin Trunnion Tables Advantage

This project is just one example of how Martin Trunnion Tables continues to innovate in the field of custom workholding. By integrating advanced components from leading workholding companies and utilizing our proprietary technology, we’ve created a fixture that meets the exact needs of our customer, enabling them to achieve superior results in their machining operations.
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If you’re looking for custom workholding solutions that combine precision, flexibility, and reliability, look no further than Martin Trunnion Tables. Our team of experts is ready to collaborate with you to develop a solution that enhances your production capabilities and helps you achieve your manufacturing goals.

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