Based on their philosophy of high precision and high efficiency, a customer uses a variety of selected equipment to machine single parts for automotive molds and machine components. They introduced Spanclamps quick accurate positioner Zero Base to reduce internal setup time in high-mix low-volume production on their new 5-axis machining center.

Previously, internal settings such as centering workpieces and fixtures were done manually. It took up to 20 minutes per set-up, even for a skilled operator, meaning that the machine had to stop during this time.

A manufacture of die casting molds for major automobile manufacturers. They use Spanclamps Flex Zero Base to change fixtures on their 5-axis machining center. They produce mold parts made of tool steel in single part production with this 5-axis machining center.

Previously, operators had to stop machines for changing fixtures and mounting workpieces in the machine, once workpieces changed. It took 30 to 60 minutes to set up and this depressed machine operating rate. This was an issue.