Guide to Work Holders

Keep things in place with work holders

By Ben Hahn, Freelance Writer

1. Find online catalogs of multiple work holding clamp products.
2. Buy work holding devices and accessories.
3. Find a work holding device for small or fragile objects.
   

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Browse online catalogs for multiple work holding devices

Whether you need work holders for metalworking or milling operations, look at online catalogs offering a wide variety of products to choose from to easily compare product listings. Make your search for the right work holder easier when you have an array of models from multiple manufacturers to choose from.

I recommend: Stanley Supply & Services has an online catalog of dozens of work holders from a number of manufacturers of industrial vises and work support products. HMC Electronics sells work holders at discount prices in their online store. Find a range of products designed for flexibility and adjustability.

Find a single source for work holding devices and accessories

Work holders are just one component in a workshop or in an assembly plant. If you want to outfit your business with all of the tools and supplies necessary for a successful operation, look for a vendor offering work vises and also all the tools and accessories you need.

I recommend: Somma Tool Company sells a variety of work holding devices for milling as well as a number of other tools and accessories, including drill and tap holders, endworking tools, mills, and other accessories. Global Test Supply sells work holders as well as a large number of electrical, testing, measurement, and environmental tools.

Buy work holders for smaller objects

Work holders are not only useful for large industrial products, but also necessary for smaller handiwork and craftsmanship. If you're working with fragile electronic components or arts and crafts, look for work holders designed to accommodate smaller or more fragile objects.

I recommend: Jergens offers a variety of work holder equipment, including clamps designed for holding smaller components. ToolUSA.com sells work and tool holder products at discount prices, and offers work holders designed to arrest the movement of smaller objects.