At last month’s MACH 2026 exhibition in Birmingham, Leader Chuck International showcased a broad spectrum of equipment and ancillaries aimed at improving machine shop productivity and efficiency. Drawing on extensive application knowledge, the company’s team demonstrated a range of solutions designed to reduce set-up times, increase accuracy and enhance process reliability.
From Hainbuch, the centroteX quick-change system (pictured) attracted attention for its ability to reduce clamping changeover times while maintaining accuracy of ≤0.003 mm without the need for alignment. Meanwhile, the HPCHO KPS polygonal modular tool-holding system demonstrates high rigidity and precision within 2 microns, alongside reduced set-up times for turning centres and turn-mill machines. Its trilobed design ensures effective torque transmission and automatic centring.
Lehmann’s compact CNC rotary tables provide efficient use of machine envelopes with their rapid indexing and high torque for demanding applications. Complementing this technology, the Lexair Tri-Grip collet maximises loading capacity with a compact, three-in-one design that simplifies installation and improves consistency.
The Llambrich drill chuck programme was also on the stand, including the medical-grade INOX range, as was the Maprox E-Chuck and Clamp-Fix systems for precise metrology and assembly applications. The Mate Precision Dyno range, developed to overcome limitations identified in zero-point systems, improves repeatability and set-up efficiency.
Additional solutions included NGT driven tool holders, OMIL gripping systems, Orange Vice work holding, and Piranha Clamp’s high-pressure coolant delivery system. RotoRi jaw boring rings and Walmag magnetic work-holding solutions further underlined the breadth of the portfolio.
“Across the stand, the focus was on helping manufacturers achieve faster set-ups, greater flexibility and improved process control,” said managing director Mark Jones.
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