DMG Mori Launched Automatically Actuated Vice
The new easyFIX system allows machining centers to adjust jaw positions without manual intervention.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Robotics
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DMG Mori introduced the easyFIX vice to increase automation flexibility in machining centers. The device automatically adjusts jaw positions using a spindle-mounted tool to eliminate manual setups.
Why it matters
Automated jaw adjustment enables machining centers to handle varied workpieces without interrupting production for manual changes. This integration significantly improves efficiency for shops utilizing robotic cell systems.
The easyFIX 100 delivers 30kN of clamping force for workpieces up to 175mm long, while the easyFIX 210 offers 45kN pneumatic or 50kN hydraulic clamping force. The system utilizes a 4.5mm movable jaw stroke to accommodate diverse parts.
The players
DMG Mori
DMG Mori is a global manufacturer of heavy industrial machines and advanced metal-cutting manufacturing technology.
The details
A spindle-mounted tool exchanged from the machine magazine pulls the vice jaw to the required position for new components. A probe subsequently verifies the exact location of the jaw to ensure precision during the machining process.
Timeline
September 28, 2026: DMG Mori announced the global release of the easyFIX vice.
The Tech Race
The introduction of automatically-actuated vices represents a shift from static manufacturing setups to dynamic, self-adjusting robotic environments. This technology replaces manual jaw reconfiguration, placing manufacturers in a race to eliminate human touchpoints in long-run production.
For manufacturing operations, this system reduces downtime between different part batches by automating previously manual adjustment tasks. Shops can now maintain continuous production cycles across varied part sizes without needing operator intervention.
The takeaway
Automated clamping systems are removing one of the last manual bottlenecks in high-speed, multi-part machining workflows. Manufacturers looking to scale production should prioritize tooling that integrates directly with existing robotic cell software.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Machinery Market.
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