Precise pallet locating and clamping arrangement for workpiece transfer mechanism

摘要

A workpiece transfer mechanism having a plurality of successive stations each provided with a fixture for locating and clamping a workpiece supporting pallet in a precise position for performing a machining operation on the workpiece. The transfer mechanism is of the lift and carry type so that the pallets are transported with a minimum amount of sliding wear on the locating surfaces. The precise location of the pallet is obtained by two clamping mechanisms.