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June 2011 - Alufix RFID - New product debut at Control 2011 Alufix from Witte, used by recognized manufacturers in automobile and aircraft companies for measuring and inspection purposes, is well-known amongst experts worldwide. Now the Bleckede company can integrate RFID technology (radio frequency identification) into their proven modular fixturing system. More
May 2011 - Vacuum chucks now with venturi technology Witte Bleckede, manufacturer of different workpiece fixturing systems, now has slot-type and grid-type chucks available equipped with low-maintenance Venturi technology. More
April 2011 - Multifunctional vacuum-chuck Until recently Vac-Mat, grid-type, grid hole, Metapor and slot type chucks co existed next to one other, now all clamping applications are possible using a multi-functional vacuum chuck. More
April 2011 - Cool clamping method For a long time tiny 3D parts could only be fixed for machining using complicated, time-consuming methods for example specially manufactured forms or by mould clamping. The fact that meanwhile these problems belong to the past is due to the development of freeze clamp technology. More
June 2010 - Laser pointer for positioning measuring accessories When measuring sheet metal, gathering data on bolts and holes can be very time consuming. With Fixinspect measuring accessories, precision-machined adapters in the shape of hemispheres, this process can be considerably simplified and speeded up More
May 2010 - New fixture variations: Aluquick SOLID and Alufix ECO Economical alternatives to the classic fixturing systems from Witte More
April 2010 - With grid and groove Until recently profiles for modular fixturing have only been available separately either with a groove or with a grid, Witte Bleckede has now combined the specific advantages of both kinds of profile in a new product: Aluquick. More
March 2010 - Retooling for cubings Test and function cubings serve car manufacturers for function checks as well as for evaluation of design and fitting accuracy. Pilot series work pieces are mounted, examined and improved until they reach series condition. More
March 2010 - Gauges in aluminium and ureol For visual examination of outer door parts gauges are used, which also enable dimensional checks on a coordinate measuring machine. More
March 2010 - Flip-Pod Vacuum-System simplifies fast machining of large parts A special milling machine was recently developed for fast and accurate machining of large surface sandwich type plates i.e. plywood, plastics or fiber materials. Previously this process was done manually with electrical saws. More
October 2009 - Clamping honeycomb parts with ice Machining honeycomb type workpieces makes special demands on clamping technology. Neither conventional clamping methods nor vacuum systems have been able to create ideal conditions for 3D machining of these parts. More
October 2009 - Measuring arms upside down Vacuum-Disc enables on the spot applications with mobile measuring arms on suitable surfaces More
October 2009 - Witte Bleckede: Research of lightweight construction technologies For Horst Witte Bleckede, developer and manufacturer of modular workpiece fixturing systems, the study of new materials and technologies plays an important role. The company itself is engaged in several research projects to enable integration of latest findings into their own product development. More
September 2009 - Trendsetter Multi-functional measuring and matching fixture holds individual parts and assemblies of six different passenger car side panels Use of standard components enables retooling More
July 2009 - 40 Years Witte Bleckede Horst Witte Gerätebau Barskamp KG celebrated their 40th anniversary on 1st July. What started as a subcontracting company for highly accurate aerospace parts, is nowadays an internationally reknowned manufacturer and supplier of fixturing systems. More
June 2009 - Automatic loading system for measuring machines Witte Bleckede, manufacturer of modular fixturing systems, offers an automatic loading system for coordinate measuring machines. More
April 2009 - Modular cubings In the automotive industry data control models and/or cubings are used for design evaluation and functional tests. Witte Bleckede, manufacturer of various workpiece fixturing systems, is breaking new ground by manufacturing modular cubings, enabling the combination of characteristic full or strip models with the advantages of modular measuring fixtures. More
March 2009 - Pirouettes! Sandwich plates are often used as a base for measuring fixtures and structures. However they are increasingly being used as a means of transport between measuring center and assembly area. More
November 2008 - Space saving solution: 14 measuring fixtures on 4 square meters For providing modular, repeatable fixtures Witte Bleckede offers different systems for configuring custom-built solutions. More
October 2008 - Universal fixturing with Aluquick The new fixturing system Aluquick from Witte Bleckede is suitable for all kinds of applications. Particularly in aircraft maintenance work (MRO - maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) it can complement gauges used for checking irregular shaped pipes and thus achieve considerable savings in time and cost. More
October 2008 - High end Recently a customer approached Witte with a request for a clamping cube or tombstone for machining plastic parts completely on 5 sides in only one clamping process. More
September 2008 - Touch clamping Witte Bleckede, designer and manufacturer of various vacuum clamping systems has introduced another new idea to the market: A grid vacuum chuck with touch valves. More
July 2008 - Cutting clamping time Vacuum clamping systems of Witte Bleckede, manufacturer of different fixturing systems, are available in various versions, shapes and dimensions. Compared to conventional clamping methods they enable substantial time savings because clamping and releasing of work pieces takes place in just a few seconds. More
July 2008 - Vacuum clamping XXL Witte Bleckede, manufacturer of different workpiece clamping systems, are particular specialists for developing vacuum clamping solutions for difficult applications. More
May 2008 - Perfect symbiosis: Alufix and RapidFit In order to speed up manufacture of special parts Witte is taking advantage of rapid prototyping possibilities and utilizing RapidFit from Materialise. More
May 2008 - Lean but not mean Witte Bleckede, manufacturer of different workpiece clamping systems, presents a new modular fixturing system AQ at the Control in Stuttgart. More
February 2008 - Control debut: Aluquick In order to satisfy the increasing demand for a simple, economical and at the same time modular fixturing system, Witte Bleckede has developed a new product: Aluquick. More
December 2007 - Alufix & RapidFit Alufix & RapidFit Perfect symbiosis More
October 2007 - Schneider Electric, India Schneider Electric India works with modular fixturing system Alufix More
October 2007 - Tour de Alufix For the last three months Witte’s demo van has been on the road in Europe. It is equipped with all important components to introduce and demonstrate Alufix to customers on site. More
September 2007 - Pallets for tablets Highest quality and accuracy are obligatory when manufacturing tablet-presses. In order to set up parts fast and flexibly for checking, Fette uses the Alufix fixturing system from Witte. More
July 2006 - Fixture design with the Expert Fixture design using Expert Holding die cast parts with Alufix Automobile suppliers in Switzerland are on the ball and have developed into an important economic factor. Numerous companies manufacture interior parts for well-known vehicle manufacturers. More
July 2006 - Fixinspect PG: Measuring accessories for Photogrametry systems Accessories for optical measuring of hidden or difficult to reach areas. More
April 2006 - Vacuum chucks for surface measuring equipment Witte Far East Pte Lted (Singapore), manufacturer of different fixturing systems, not only have a large range of standard items but are also specialists for custom built solutions and specials More
April 2006 - Uniqueness with that certain “extra” The latest creation of fixture supplier Witte Far East Pte. Ltd. (Singapore) is a sandwich plate with integrated lift function for a German car manufacturer. More
March 2006 - Little helpers for vision based measuring systems Fixinspect LT – for laser trackers Fixinspect PG – for photogrammetry In order to define positions of threaded or punched holes, threaded or welded bolts More
November 2005 - Witte Fixinspect at DC Halving measuring time of bolts and holes Nothing holds up the measuring process more than ascertainment of holes. There are approximately 100 to 150 holes and bolts to measure in a car body. Accessibility for the measuring stylus is the biggest problem, whereby measuring staybolts at an angle is particularly challenging. More
November 2005 - Clamping with Ice „Bedded“ and “ Gripped “ on Ice The TKR company , who make special tools in the Western part of Germany has itself developed and produced fine-mechanical special tools, for the cable making technology . With a know-how that has grown with years of experience and their ultra modern machines, TKR Gevelsberg, manufactures an extensive and specialized spectrum of parts. More
November 2005 - Clamping Technology for Airbus standard right the way down the line. Because of this in the Varel plant, where for instance fuselage parts for the AIRBUS are machined, a Fladder machine is being used for deburring of these large aluminium workpieces. More
November 2005 - Witte: Vacuum chucks as conveyor Highly sensitive products like glass substrate for flat displays need to be handled extremely carefully or even better not manually handled at all. The Basler company took this to heart: Their quality control specialists offer equipment with a hovercraft transport conveyor belt system, which comprises of Witte modules. The original application for these modules was vacuum clamping. More
November 2005 - Clamping filigree parts For almost all shapes and sizes of parts there are suitable clamping technologies available on the market. However demands on clamping systems increase when parts are very large or very small. Conventional methods often cannot ensure acceptable results. When we are talking about non-magnetizeable parts with complicated shapes the following clamping methods provide good solutions depending on requirements: 1. Vacuum clamping technology 2. Freeze technology 3. Moulding technology 4. Modular clamping systems for measuring More
November 2005 - Witte - Measuring Fixtures for DC Building accurate measuring fixtures for different workpiece shapes and sizes using modular fixturing system Alufix. More
November 2005 - Airbus Nordenham Manufacturing of fuselage parts for different Airbus projects is carried out in Nordenham. More
November 2005 - fixturing systems for Phaeton In this top level Volkswagen automobile there is a lot of quality work from Zwickau involved. The body for the top class “Phaeton” model of Volkswagen is built in Zwickau/Mosel manufacturing plant and as far as measuring is concerned is closely looked at during the complete manufacturing process. Highly modern equipment is used for all QA checks, after which final assembly takes place in the glass factory in Dresden. More
November 2005 - Fixturing - Alufix always fits Fixturing: Alufix always fits Alufix fixturing system for building measuring fixtures has asserted itself notably for complicated fixtures like meisterbocks for bodies-in-white. More
November 2005 - Meisterbocks for holding complete bodies-in-white During development of new car models all body parts must constantly undergo comprehensive quality checks, however data collected in this way says nothing about how adjacent parts fit in relation to one another. More
November 2005 - News from Horst Witte Gerätebau, Germany Witte Bleckede, specializes in the development and manufacturing of modular workpiece fixturing systems, will present a rapid fixturing kit at the Control in Sinsheim (Germany). Alugrip can be integrated and used together with existing Alufix material. More
November 2005 - Stand alone solutions Gauges for manufacturing: Witte Bleckede, manufacturer of different workpiece clamping systems also make gauges in aluminium. More
November 2005 - Mini Ice Vice Clamping and machining of small parts has always been a big problem in manufacturing industries. Witte Bleckede, manufacturer of different clamping systems now offers a further item in their freeze technology range. With a clamping surface of 40x40mm Ice Vice Light is especially suitable for machining small parts. More
November 2005 - Ready, steady, go For newcomers to vacuum clamping technology Witte Bleckede now offers a starter set, which contains all items required from chuck to pump. This set is unique in that it can be used for various applications. More
November 2005 - Odyssee through the world of clamping technology Clamping chucks with highest precision requirements Vacuum clamping technology for machining of micro-structured workpieces More
October 2005 - Off the beaten track Compared to conventional methods vacuum clamping has always had the edge when it comes to difficult part geometries or sensitive materials. Witte Bleckede offers decades of experience using vacuum clamping technology and is specialised in developing and manufacturing not only their own large range of standard items but more especially custom built solutions. More
October 2005 - A-340 Witte Bleckede, developer and manufacturer of different workpiece clamping systems, offers a comprehensive range of standard vacuum components which can also clamp complicated part geometries. More
April 2005 - Modular vacuum chucks for various applications Purchase of a modern machining centre is preceded by a time-consuming process of comparison and decision. Once selection has taken place the next decision must be made: More
November 1999 - Freezing technology at DoCeram The Ice Vice clamping system is used in the manufacture of high-performance ceramics as well as with the unbaked ceramic forms – right up to the grinding of the sintered ceramics. Many advantages in this clamping technology become noticeable with every new case. More