Foreign materials and undesired contamination make their way into production processes repeatedly. Failing to detect them in good time runs the risk of product recalls, causing unquantifiable damage to a company’s reputation. Such contamination often comes from fragments of machine parts, such as handling elements, tools, or containers. If these parts are extremely small, they…

Tube-based constructions are an indispensable part of building machinery and plants, and high-performance clamp connectors play a critical role in this assembly. To this end, JW Winco is adding connectors of glass-fiber-reinforced polyamide to its standard product range. When it comes to clamp connectors, those universal connecting elements for tube-based constructions, it’s common to consider…

Standard parts specialist JW Winco is expanding its existing range of clamping elements by adding new side clamps suitable for universal and specific assemblies. They’re ideal for use in jig and tool construction and small series production. The new standard parts come in various versions: with clamping screws, hand levers, cam levers, and matching accessories.…

Fixtureworks, a North American manufacturer and supplier of clamps, fixturing accessories, machine-tool components, now offers a complete line of quick-action, quick-release work-holding locks for sliding adjustment, without the need for tools. The adjustable sliding locks are ideal for applications that require frequent disassembly and/or changeover and help improve setup time and reliability in myriad devices.…

Fixtureworks, a North American manufacturer and supplier of clamps, fixturing accessories, and machine tool components, has released a complete line of quick-release clamps and ball-lock fasteners. Quick-release clamps and ball-locking pins and fasteners have a wide range of applications in fastening, locating, and alignment. They’re designed for quick changeover applications and frequent disassembly. Fixtureworks new…

Ruland Manufacturing, a privately owned family manufacturer, recently expanded its range of quick-clamping shaft collars with a clamping lever to include bore sizes up to three inches (80 mm). These shaft collars allow the user to install, remove, or reposition the collar without the use of tools. The user simply turns the lever to loosen…

In tool and fixture manufacturing, quick workpiece changes are generally required when space is tight. For such situations, JW Winco offers the down-thrust clamp as a new, compact, and – above all – universal clamping element. With a clamping arm that swivels away to the side, workpieces can be fixed in the correct position quickly…

FTC Solar, Inc., a provider of solar tracker systems, software, and engineering services, has developed a novel clamping solution. The new clamp supports First Solar’s unique thin-film module technology and is a variant of its novel Voyager mounting solution. It uses FTC’s patented Slide and Glide methodology and First Solar’s SpeedSlot mounting feature. The result is a reliable, labor-efficient…

  Festool, a manufacturer of precision-engineered power tools, released its new Quick Clamp — a durable multi-function table (MFT) lever clamp that holds workpieces in place, offering an easy fasten-and-release functionality. The company also launched a limited-edition Plier Systainer Set for remodelers, carpenters, and electricians looking to bolster their shop selection “The MFT Lever Clamp…

The votes are in and the winners of the 2022 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced by WTWH Media in a digital ceremony this week with products across several categories, including Fastener Engineering. This year’s winners were chosen by an independent judging panel of engineering and academic professionals. Global manufacturer, HellermannTyton, took…