HWR Workholding USA's SOLIDLine modular, zero-point workholding platform provides manufacturers with a secure and cost-effective means to hold a diverse range of parts. SOLIDLine proves especially beneficial to shops specializing in a high-mix, low-volume work, as well as those performing simultaneous 5-axis machining, the company reported.
"At the core of SOLIDLine is the SOLIDPoint mechanism," said a company spokesperson. "Featuring a maintenance-free, high-efficiency design, SOLIDPoint plates offer 300% of the pull-in force of comparable zero-point systems, while also allowing for a 96-mm and 52-mm grid on the same product. The flexibility of this approach allows for the set-up of small and large parts on the same plate. A wide range of plate sizes allows the system to be applied across a broad variety of machines.
To avoid clearance issues and provide maximum accessibility to all sides of a part, 5-axis risers can be incorporated. Additionally, manufacturers can hold multiple workpieces at once via a twin-sided base, 4-sided SOLIDTower tombstone or 3-station pyramid for 5-axis machining. Pneumatic plates that maintain a closed position until opened by air allow for easy integration of automation.
As an even more cost-effective approach to zero-point workholding, HWR offers the SOLIDBolt system. SOLIDBolt inverts the more traditional design by having a pull stud mount directly to a plate or a machine's existing table or pallet. The mechanical components are contained within the vise or riser, allowing for the integration of zero-point workholding with a lower initial investment. The newest product in the range, SOLIDBolt FLEXX, provides directly compatible interfaces for tables and pallets from DMG MORI, Makino, Matsuura, Mazak and Yasda.
The SOLIDGrip line provides the interface between the workholding and part. Standard SOLIDGrip vises offer jaw widths ranging from 1.81" (46 mm) to 4.92" (125 mm), with a maximum clamping range of up to 13.98" (355 mm). Newly introduced in 2024, the SOLIDGrip MAXX extends the maximum clamping range up to 31.50" (800 mm).
Rounding out the SOLIDLine portfolio are the SOLIDClick centering vise for contour clamping, SOLIDStamp system for form-fit clamping, SOLIDChuck 3-jaw manual chuck and SOLIDClean chip fan.
SOLIDLine is also fully compatible with zero-point workholding from LANG, allowing for simple integration for manufacturers who have already standardized on that brand of products.
For more information contact:
HWR Workholding USA
605 Sheridan Road, Unit 5304
Noblesville, IN 46060
317-798-6599
sales@hwr-usa.com
www.hwr-usa.com/solidline-en