Jigs and fixtures are manufacturing tools that are used to produce identical and interchangeable components. These works holding and tool guiding devices are designed for use in the machining and assembly of parts. In manufacturing operations, it’s important to meet the higher demands of customers. This means producing quality products as fast and efficiently as possible. Jigs and fixtures help make manufacturing processes more efficient and precise.
By utilizing jigs and fixtures in machining processes, manufacturers benefit from:
- Decreased manufacturing costs
- Increased production
- Improved product consistency
- Improved assembly line safety
- A reduction in non-productive hours
- Reasonable automation capabilities
- Interchangeability and accuracy