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Clamping device for elongated workpieces

US7040629B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 14, 2003
Grant dateMay 9, 2006
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Expiry dateOct 14, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T409/309016
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An arrangement for clamping raw materials in a machine tool for machining elongated workpieces is provided. The arrangement comprises a supporting plate with at least one thoroughgoing opening and at least one clamping device arranged in front of one of the openings. The clamping device has a pair of clamping rings that drive pairs of jaws. When a pair of clamping devices are utilized, the first clamping device may be used primarily for the clamping of profiles, while the second clamping device is designated for round bodies.

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