Workholding is a critical component of any reliable machining setup. Poor workholding can lead to longer setup and cycle times, increased scrap and tool wear, and more rework. It was just such a scenario that prompted John Robinette, owner of United Machine Company, to shop for alternative workholding options that would ensure consistency and quality in the components it manufactures for the aerospace industry.
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Originally published on CTE: 2025-05-12
CTE source: https://ctemag.com/news/how-mate-workholding-became-united-machines-go-vise/
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