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jigs and fixtures |
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jigs and fixturesComponents of machine-tool installations, specially designed in each case to position the workpiece, hold it firmly in place, and guide the motion of the power tool (e.g., a punch press). Jigs can also be guides for tools or templates, as in the furniture industry. Special cramping jigs that ensure squareness are set up so that, for example, a wardrobe can be glued up in one operation by power-driven rams. See also assembly line, interchangeable parts, mass production. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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According to the company, it also improves the accuracy and efficiency of machines, jigs and fixtures, while minimizing production setup and rework time. Also challenging was the replacement of tools, jigs and fixtures that had been created over a number of years. Students got excellent experience in ``the production and the use of jigs and fixtures,'' he added. |
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