

From simple template and plate-type jigs to complex channel and box-type tooling, this newly revised edition features more than 500 illustrations of tools and applications to spur readers to success. From start to finish, a design is explained in detail and illustrated, including all design considerations and parameters.įrom simple template and plate-type jigs to complex channel and box-type tooling, this newly revised edition features more than 500 illustrations of tools and applications to spur readers to success.īy emphasizing similarities among types and styles, Jig and Fixture Design, 5E speeds readers to a complete understanding of the why's and how's of designing and building a variety of different workholders for manufacturing. Heavy emphasis is placed on the economics of jigs and fixtures using methods and formulas in determining work holder costs. The basic design principles, standards, and concepts applied in designing and construction jigs and fixtures are introduced and thoroughly explained and illustrated. Many specific examples of various jigs and fixtures, as well as many commercially available fixtures, are applied as examples.

Beginning with basic design fundamentals, the book introduces, and explains in detail, information necessary to create efficient and cost-effective work holders. This is a comprehensive introduction to the principles and concepts involved in designing jigs and fixtures for manufacturing.

