Modular Fixturing Systems

Modular Fixturing Systems
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Modular Fixturing Systems

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Introduction
Witte Gerätebau, established in 1969, is a prominent manufacturer in the aerospace industry, specializing in high-precision parts and fixturing systems. The company holds certifications under DIN EN ISO 9001, DIN EN ISO 9100, and QSF-A standards.

Modular Fixturing Systems
Witte offers several modular fixturing systems tailored for different applications:
  • ALUFIX CLASSIC: High precision and flexibility, ideal for dimensional measuring technology and coordinate measuring machines. Components are reusable and compatible with other Witte systems.
  • ALUQUICK: Compact and versatile, designed for applications requiring minimal components.
  • ALUFIX ECO: Economical option where extreme accuracy is not essential, compatible with other systems.
  • MEGALU: Cost-effective for long-term use, suitable for complete fixtures with limited modular changes.

Complementary Systems
  • ALUGRIP: For small, simple holding fixtures, compatible with ALUFIX CLASSIC and ALUQUICK.
  • POSIFIX: A three-dimensional joint system for precise and repeatable positioning.

Additional Options
  • FIXBASE®: Sandwich plates for measuring and transport, available in various configurations.
  • EUROFIX: Modular loading stations and transport systems for coordinate measuring machines.
  • FIXINSPECT: Accessories for tactile and optical systems to streamline measuring processes.

Conclusion
Witte's systems emphasize reusability and compatibility, providing cost-effective solutions for industrial applications. A global sales and service network supports their products worldwide.

Modular Fixturing Systems Overview
The document details the Alufix Expert 2011 software, which automates fixture design, supports various data export formats, and integrates with major CAD software.

System Requirements
The software requires a Pentium PC with 2MB RAM, 1GB of free hard drive space, and is compatible with Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7.

Training and Support
Training is available in-house or at customer locations for an additional fee, with tool tips and an operation manual included.

Special Solutions and Applications
Specialized fixtures include a manual tilt table, an analysis fixture for underbody carpeting, a vacuum clamping fixture with a hydraulic press, a measuring fixture for cars, and a clamping fixture for cylindrical fuselage parts.

Contact Information
Contact details for Witte's offices in Germany, Asia, and the USA are provided.

Key Technologies
Witte's expertise includes modular fixturing systems, high-precision subcontracting, and vacuum clamping technology.
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Modular Clamping Systems ALUFIX CLASSIC

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Witte GERATEBAU Witte was founded in 1969 and initially manufactured complex, high-precision parts for the aerospace indu- stry. Today Witte has developed into a leading manu- facturer of fixturing systems and gauges for all kinds of Almost all leading companies from automotive and air- craft industries now rely on Witte technology in order to maintain high quality in their production process. Witte Geratebau KG is certified according to • QSF-A (Aerospace suppliers)

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Complementary systems AF 50 Light, 50x50, 100x100, 150x150, hole ø25

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MODULAR FIXTURING SYSTEMS Business activities of Witte Gerätebau Barskamp KG Why should you choose Witte ? Planning Project management To decide on Witte system solutions and products is a decision for the future and reduces investment for measuring equipment and xture cost for every following project. The system components from product lines ALUFIX Classic /ECO and ALUQUICK can be 100% reused for new tasks, multiple retooling for a lifetime. Reusability presupposes durability! Witte uses high-grade material quality without compromise. High manufacturing accuracy of the components themselves...

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MODULAR FIXTURING SYSTEMS Witte Modular Fixturing Systems ifferent demands call for diverse solutions! All Witte - profiles are unique in their design but nevertheless universal. Depending on requirements with regard to targeted application and duration, material or product specification of a part to be fixed, Witte offers purposeful, economical solutions. Independent of general specifications of individual parts or groups, holding or measuring fixtures, a crucial point is the degree of desired flexibility during use. ALUFIX CLASSIC offers the highest Fixtures are assembled with standard, catalogue...

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MODULAR FIXTURING SYSTEMS ALUFIX CLASSIC ALUFIX CLASSIC is a worldwide reknowned and proven modular positioning and fixturing system for almost all applications in dimensional measuring technology, particularly on coordinate measuring machines. Due to the high precision and quantity of intelligent elements ALUFIX sets are also in use as assembly or positioning systems. Throughout all kinds of companies, ranging from automotive industry to aerospace technology to biomedical equipment manufacturers Witte ALUFIX CLASSIC is the one people rely on. You have different materials, your parts vary in...

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MODULAR FIXTURING SYSTEMS 7 Base plates serve as a base for building small to medium size fixtures. They can be connected on all 6 sides using quick or screw connection technology and are extremely flexible for all are suitable for building small to medium size fixtures as a link between base and workpiece contact point. They can be connected on all 6 sides using quick or screw connec- tion technology and are extremely flexible for all kinds of provide the contact between workpiece and Alufix fixture. Reliable grid or off-grid positioning is possible with ball joints, screw-jacks and extensions...

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MODULAR FIXTURING SYSTEMS ALUFIX ECO ALUFIX ECO is a product for use where highest accuracy is not required but where all other economics aspects - ECO - play a bigger role. ALUFIX ECO is fully compatible with all other Witte systems on the market, it makes full use of the spectrum of technological functions and properties. ALUFIX ECO proles are available in standard lengths from stock System sizes System Grid start Hole size Bars and Base plates multiple of system size

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MODULAR FIXTURING SYSTEMS Minimal components. Maximum possibilities. The trade mark of traditional systems is the large quantity of single elements. To achieve high exibility comprehensive kits were essential. ALUQUICK is different. A compact number of intelligent components guarantee an almost individual application possibility. Compatibility to other Witte systems as well as comprehensive property rights make ALUQUICK unique. System sizes System Grid start without grid Bars and Base plates multiple of system size

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MODULAR FIXTURING SYSTEMS MEGALU Fixture building with attractive price-performance ratio. MEGALU is an extruded profile which is sectioned off using chamfer grooves. It is available as L-shaped or square closed profile. MEGALU connections fully meet highest demands on torque and deflection rigidity.MEGALU was conceived for complete fixtures, which enable repeatable part fixation, where subsequent changes are not possible to a great extent. The dedicated fixture elements are reusable in a limited fashion. MEGALU is a simple, accurate and cost-reduced fixturing system for long-term use without...

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MODULAR FIXTURING SYSTEMS ALUGRIP Complementary system ALUGRIP is a complementary system to ALUFIX and especially for small, simple holding fixtures where repeatability is scondary. ALUGRIP is compatible with ALUFIX CLASSIC and ALUQUICK and is fast to assemble and disassemble. The single elements are reusable. Core item of ALUGRIP are our knurled profiles with 32/42mm diameter. The different connectors and top sections grip into the profile and are fixed with clamping screws. These system are no s longer part our ma in rang of e:: POSIFIX Complementary system Only availab le o reques n t! Witte...

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MODULAR FIXTURING SYSTEMS Witte FixBase® Base plates and positioning systems ˾ Accurate and very rigid Sandwich plates are used as bases for xtures or as transport plates. ˾ Sandwich plates can be used vertically or horizontally. ˾ There are 4 different types available - 2, 4, 5 and 6 Horizontal base plate, manual drive, with mains supply for compressed air ˾ According to customer request plates are available with natural or black anodized surface, hard coating is also possible. ˾ Whether extremely lightweight and economical or very accurate and demanding one of our options will suit your company’s...

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MODULAR FIXTURING SYSTEMS ̇ Cubes equipped all round with grid plates serve through corresponding configuration for mounting single and assemblied parts of different derivatives and car models. Door supports which move outwards can be integrated. Cubes are available up to max dimensions of L3000mm, W1500mm x H2000mm. ̇ Vertical grid plate equipped with hovercraft, manual drive, removable supports for additional stability during movement. ̄ Horizontal grid plate with friction drive (electric motor and friction wheels), radio remote controlled, integrated air tanks, additionally prepared for vacuum...

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