“Current status and challenges”

• When installing a standard machine vise on a 5-axis machining center equipped with a dedicated pallet, differences in mounting holes and other features necessitate an intermediate plate between the dedicated pallet and the machine vise.
  In such cases, the following issues arise:
  • The height to the workpiece mounting surface increases, reducing the machining area.
  • The fixture becomes heavier, potentially exceeding total weight constraints.
  • Due to the fixture’s weight, the load on operators during setup changes becomes significant.