Design of Rigid-Locking Variable-Angular-Span Welding Fixture

Abstract

The manufacture of high-quality products mandates precise positioning in welding, and the same can be achieved through the use of fixtures which facilitate consistency in repetitive welding tasks. Traditional existing practices followed in industries include the use of standard-angle fixtures and are limited to fixed 90° orientations. This limits their usage to components needing joining by welding to be performed at various prescribed angles. Thus, to overcome these challenges and improve welding practices, a low-cost and user-friendly fixture was developed that enabled precise welding at angles other than 90°. This fixture finds wide suitability for outdoor welding applications, manufacturing brackets, angles, and other customized jobs. Its design characteristics include adjustability, lightweight construction, rigidity, and ease of use, thus making it stand out from existing fixtures. The unique features of the fixture enable one to minimize errors, reduce waste and associated costs, and increase productivity, thus leading to higher employee satisfaction and a better reputation for the company. Further, due to the elimination of the need for post-welding follow-up work, manufacturers can produce more products with ease and speed, thus resulting in significant benefits for their business.

Keywords

• fixture
• welding
• adjustable
• design
• modelling
• productivity