A multiple spindle bar machine which includes a carrier rotatively supporting a plurality of spindles. The carrier is rotatable to index the spindles to a successive work station. Separate spindle drives supported by the carrier are provided to rotate each spindle independently of each other spindle. Each spindle drive includes a motor supported by the frame and a clutch assembly for transferring rotative motion from the motor to the drive means. Each clutch assembly includes two clutch plates which are separable to allow rotation of the carrier to index the spindles.
