Roemheld has unveiled newly developed towers for clamping multiple workpieces on the table or pallet of horizontal machining centres.
TS towers feature four vertical faces for holding four, eight or 16 parts, while TS TriStar versions have three faces for securing three, six or 12 parts. The latter models have the advantage of allowing improved spindle access for machining components from the sides.
Every unit employs a patented guidance and sealing system without the need for sheet-metal covers or plastic wipers, while the monobloc design provides stability and accuracy.
Roemheld has released two sizes of the four-sided tower, TS 100 and 125, and three of the three-sided tower, TS 80, 100 and 125 TriStar, the numbers representing the jaw width in millimetres. Stroke is up to 476 mm, while the maximum clamping force ranges from 20 to 40 kN. Manual operation of the vices delivers reproducible clamping force, which may be low to avoid deforming delicate components, making the towers suitable for a variety of applications. Alternatively, the largest of each type can be equipped for hydraulic operation.
In the Vector versions of the towers, applicable to all but the smallest TriStar model, a fixed jaw can be arranged in the centre on each face or, if desired, two fixed jaws can be supplied instead. Workpiece weights above 15 kg can be accommodated.
A range of accessories, including jaws and jaw inserts, is available, as are drawings and CAD models of the equipment, an advisory service and bespoke work-holding arrangements.
For further information www.roemheld.co.uk
