Fixture Design
Fixturing and toolmaking is a critical part of many manufacturing and quality processes.
We apply innovative, ergonomic and operator friendly design to produce robust and precise fixtures and jigs and rely on these skills to underpin our own manufacturing processes.
Using the latest CAD/CAM packages and design practices, we are able to produce precising fixturing with a collaborative design and manufacture process.
We provide:
- Metrology Jigs – Quality critical components require repeatable and reliable workholding on CMMs and VMMs. Multi-part fixtures allow for efficient and cost effective quality inspection and boosting productivity and enhancing regulatory compliance
- Machining Jigs – ‘Multi-operation’ machining jigs provide a robust, accurate method of workholding on CNC machining set ups. Boosting productivity, reducing operator reliance and increasing throughput are the hallmarks of good machining fixture design.
- Assembly Jigs – Increase productivity and reduce operator error with ergonomic and easy to use assembly jigs. Utilising techniques like Poke-yoke can further reduce errors and decrease TAKT times.
The Project Process
Questions?
How long will it take to produce a fixture?
Depending on the complexity, we can turn around a design-from-scratch fixture in as little as 2 weeks. The majority of our projects take between 6 and 12 weeks where complexity of design and material treatments necessitate a longer lead time.
What materials do you use?
Materials are often defined by our clients requirements, but if they have none we opt for anodised aluminium construction which is lightweight yet robust. We couple this with the use of engineering plastics like acetal for low friction mating surfaces.
Machining fixtures are often made from tool steel where hardwearing surfaces are needed.
How easy are the fixtures to use?
Our fixtures are usually designed to be used by operators with minimal training and instruction whilst providing reliable workholding.
We utilise modern and innovative designs to make the fixturing process simple and intuitive.
Need some help? – Talk to an expert
Every project comes with its own set of unique challenges needing a conversation. We are committed to providing a tailored service to our clients, so if you wish to clarify anything, please do drop us a line to see how we can help.