Doubling up vice productivity

This new centre jaw, which can be optionally fitted to the base rail, has now made it possible to clamp two workpieces with just one vice, and to process both in a single operation. This means more efficient clamping strategies can be implemented, leading to a measurable increase in productivity.

The Garant Xpent is based on a modular design concept. Clamping modules, base rails and spindles can be individually combined, and the convex clamping modules can be turned 180°. The newly developed centre jaw offers another bonus in terms of flexibility and is immediately available as an accessory for sizes 0 to 1S and will soon be available in sizes 1 and 2. The existing range of attachment rails, each with two clamping stages, is fully compatible with the new centre jaw.

The Garant Xpent has a clamping force of up to 40kN at a torque of 90Nm and is available in three different heights and two widths. Base rails are available in lengths of 360 to 1,050mm. The new 1S size was specially developed for 3- and 5-axis machines with small spindle gear boxes.

The vice was awarded an IF Design Award 2018 for its functionality and aesthetically attractive design.

Hoffmann Group www.hoffmann-group.com