Anyone who produces small and medium-sized series on 3-jaw chucks knows the dilemma: Quick-change attracts with short set-up times, but often must be greased after just a few hours and fundamentally cleaned every few weeks. Sealed chucks, on the other hand, promise longer maintenance intervals, but require significantly more time for each individual set-up process.…

Collaborative robots and an abundance of integrators have made it easier than ever to implement automated machine tending. Many small to medium-size manufacturers are making the investment into automation and seeing returns in less than six months. The SCHUNK TANDEM PGS3 vise further supports this trend. Featuring reliable, quality construction, the TANDEM PGS3 reflects SCHUNK’s…

The ROTA-M flex 2+2 from SCHUNK is a low-maintenance 2+2 chuck jaw specially designed for meeting the increasing demands of the market. The patent-pending compensating mechanism provides a longer compensation stroke than other available 4-jaw chucks on the market. Depending on the size, it amounts to 5.1 mm up to 10 mm per jaw. The…

PHD announces the release of FLEXION, a new technology inspired by the ultimate gripper: the human hand. Suitable for both collaborative and industrial applications, FLEXION’s configurable design allows for an unparalleled range of application ability and offers the potential to solve challenges that previously had no answer. When actuated, FLEXION’s internal tendon system engages multiple joints…

Heilind Electronics, a premier distributor of electronic components worldwide and an authorized distributor for HellermannTyton, has introduced the in-line Ratchet P-Clamp to its portfolio of cable management products. Engineered for heavy-duty applications, it creatively solves wire bundling challenges in OEM, automotive and solar installations. The HellermannTyton Ratchet P-Clamp features an adjustable ratchet clamp mechanism and…

Manufacturer and product innovator, Imao Corporation, and North American distributor Fixtureworks join forces to launch fixtureworks.com with new features and functionality, including faceted search tools that makes it easy to find and view the products. The new Imao-Fixtureworks website is designed to serve application engineers, designers, technicians, purchasing agents and end users in the United…

Speed is the key to success – especially when it comes to handling parts to be clamped. Flexibility is also a factor that must not be neglected. The new SCHUNK KONTEC KSC mini small parts vise addresses both with easy handling and high-clamping force. Its jaw quick-change system enables users to convert the compact vise…

PHD announces the global availability of the Series GRM Size 0 as an addition to the industry standard GRM family of sheet metal handling clamps. PHD series GRM Clamps have the proven reputation of delivering “best in class” performance. These clamps are compact and lightweight while providing the industry’s highest clamp force for its size. At…

The CCL cable clamps are suitable for mounting on all common C-rails with an opening dimension of 16-17 mm. The vibration-proof clamps offer high, flexible clamping ranges from 6 mm to 50 mm. Individual cables or entire cable bundles are secured. To prevent the cable shield from getting damaged, the strain relief is provided via…

Whether you are new to automation or a seasoned pro, there are many factors that you are likely to consider when choosing a new product for automating your processes. With its lean automation program and the Plug & Work portfolio for cobots, Schunk already offers cost effective solutions for component handling. Now the competence leader for…

With the innovative Subsea Clamping Cylinder for fully automatic Bend Stiffener Connectors (BSCs), Bosch Rexroth is setting new standards in term of safety, reliability and economy. The system is designed for use for up to 25 years and is impressive with its high clamping forces, powerless holding operation, and easy installation with no need for…

PHD now sells Series GRM0 (Size 0) micro clamps. They are the newest addition to the GRM family of sheet-metal handling clamps. The GRM0 Clamp is designed for high clamp force in an extremely compact package. At 0.24 kg in weight (without tips) it provides 600 N of total clamp force. These are available in…

Keystone is now offering surface-mount fuse clips with Kapton tape as an option for their comprehensive line of on tape and reel packaging. The addition of the Kapton tape across the top surface of the SMT fuse clips allows for a more secure part picked-up by vacuum pick-and-place assembly systems. Kapton tape is currently being…

The LF2ZM from icotek has a double strain relief and complies with the PROFINET installation guidelines. Using icotek shield clamps, the strain relief is carried out via the cable jacket and not via the sensitive and exposed shield braid. The PROFINET cable is fixed before and after the shielding to ensure protection against bending and…

Keystone Electronics Corp. has introduced a new vertical Mount, Coin Cell Holder that allows for top entry of the popular 2032, 2025 or 2x 2016 lithium batteries. This top-loading holder (Cat. #1074) joins Keystone’s full line of Vertical 20mm Coin Cell holders including Cat. #1065 and Cat. #1067. Designed to retain cells securely under shock…

igus has developed new plastic mounting clamps for energy chains on cobots that are easy to assemble and minimize risk, ensuring a safe interaction between humans and machines. Users of cobots and industrial robots are already using igus’ three-dimensional and round triflex R e-chains for energy and data supply. The plastic clamps can be quickly […]

The manually actuated SCHUNK KONTEC KSC clamping vises are efficient all-rounders for raw and finished part machining. They combine high clamping forces, convenient operation, and short set-up times, and are cost-effective. Particularly for use in automated machine loading, SCHUNK further expands its standard program with the affordable SCHUNK KONTEC KSC-F single-acting clamping vises with a…

Edmund Optics® (EO) introduces three new kits that are integral to starting a brand new lab and keeping it stocked. The Lab Starter Kits are available in English and Metric based mounting versions and feature essential products that are useful for any lab, from optics to detectors to cleaning and tools. The Lab Essentials Kit includes many components that…

JW Winco, Inc., A Ganter Company, a supplier of standard industrial machine components, announced it now offers GN 196 Aluminum Angle Connector Clamps in metric sizes. These clamps offer many more application opportunities within the expansive range of tube clamps currently offered. The angle connector clamps, which are RoHS compliant, have clamping bores that are…

J.W. Winco, Inc., a supplier of standard industrial machine components, announced it now offers GN 784 Metric Size, Aluminum Mounting Clamps with Swivel Ball Joint. The GN 784 aluminum mounting clamps, which are RoHS compliant, allow precise and variable adjustment of the ball pivot within the rotation range. This is a particular advantage when adjusting…

J.W. Winco, Inc., a supplier of standard industrial machine components, announced it now offers GN 2180 and GN 2182 Edge Protection Seal Profiles. These RoHS compliant seal profiles, which can be used to seal doors, covers and hatches, are pressed by hand onto the front of metal sheets and plates. The embedded clamp insert prevents…

Kurt Workholding offers a complete line of high-density CarvLock® workholding towers for precision machining with eight or twelve clamping stations in both manual and hydraulic models. Equipped with easily changeable jaws, these Kurt towers provide maximum setup flexibility and fast changeover between jobs. Kurt’s complete line of CarvLock tower system options allows manufactures to configure…

The new MH-18 molded nylon position hinge from Reell Precision Manufacturing integrates “One-Way” torque technology developed exclusively by Reell to achieve reliable holding force in one direction while enabling easy adjustment with virtually no resistance in the other. This lightweight but strong hinge will especially suit vertical adjustment applications where components must be positioned and…

WAGO announces the availability of five new informational brochures: EPSITRON® Power Supplies: A wide range of power supplies delivers constant supply voltages for a variety of industrial applications, now with multiple mounting options. 811 Series: Class CC and Midget fuse holders with lever actuation make wiring quick and intuitive. Power CAGE CLAMP®: Now with a…

Kurt’s new DoveLock™ dovetail vises are ideal for superior clamping strength and specifically designed for allowing access to 5 sides of the workpiece in 5-axis, 4th-axis and palletized CNC machining systems. DoveLock vise is available in two sizes, a 1-inch jaw width DTR10 model and 2-inch jaw width DTR20 model. With a jaw opening of…