Magnetic pallet clamping system

摘要: A machining system and method of are provided for large, heavy workpieces, such as large aircraft components, that oriented vertically affixed on a vertical, on-edge pallet. The includes an upstanding workpiece support to which the transportable pallet is clamped. enough but still relatively thin light so it can be easily transported station where more massive located. lacks necessary stiffness accurate part thereon. much thicker utilized provide when clamped thereto, by magnetic clamping arrangement. provides quick assembly disassembly with stand thereby decreasing cycle time increasing production rates. Also, makes strong rigid like during operation. magnets arranged spread out evenly balance attraction force across backside Registering members locate magnetizable areas they aligned corresponding stand. controller fires in predetermined sequence draw against thereto. preferably electropermanent type take charge do not need continuous power keep generating thereto interruptions.