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Application 1
Machine Type: Horizontal Machining Center Application: Initial machining of 300 lb forging for off-road vehicle torsion bar suspension. Products Used: Swivel-action rest pad and serrated gripper. Reason: Holding workpiece during machining to accommodate draft angle of forging. |
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Application 2
Machine Type: Vertical Machining Center Application: Machining of a pair of cast iron air inlet housings. Products Used: Two swivel-action rest pads; one smooth, one serrated. Reason: Holding and positioning of workpiece during machining operations. |
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Application 3
Machine Type: Horizontal Machining Center Application: Machining large cast-iron bearing housing. Products Used: Various positioning rest pads and serrated grippers. Reason: Secure and precise holding of housing on each clamp nose. |
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Application 4
Machine Type: Horizontal Machining Center in Automated Work Cell. Application: Machining multiple ball-screw nut castings. Products Used: Two serrated swivel grippers and thrust screw. Reason: V configuration of serrated grippers to trap casting. Thrust screw at base to apply mechanical holding force to ensure casting does not move. |
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Application 5
Machine Type: Robotic Loader Application: In-line, in-process movement of diesel engine head. Products Used: Single point high-speed tool steel grippers. Reason: Ensure holding-power penetration during high-speed loading and unloading operations. |
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