This section provides an overview for power clamps as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 15 power clamp manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked power clamp companies as of October, 2024: 1.Dchel Clamp, 2.norelem Normelemente GmbH & Co. KG, 3.Guhring, Inc..
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A power clamp, also known as a clamping tool, is a work tool used in tightening operations.
Power clamps apply greater force compared to ordinary clamps. They are not stationary, but can be hand-held, so strong pressure can be applied manually. By eliminating the need to use one's hands to hold things together, the risk of injury or accident is reduced.
Power clamps are widely used in a variety of fields, including factories and woodworking, carpentry, maintenance, and the repair of automobiles, agricultural equipment, and machine tools. They are used for holding objects together by simple operation of the handle attached to the clamp. They improve the efficiency of fastening work, bonding, and temporary joining.
An object is clamped with increasing pressure applied with a lever or the like until adequately secured. When removing the clamp, the pressure is released by operating the lever.
Like a vise, the clamp is secured by pressure, but the difference is whether it is fixed to the workbench or not. A fixed vise clamps only the object to be clamped. A power clamp, on the other hand, clamps both the object and the worktable, allowing the operator to work with both objects secured in place.
The width of some clamps can be adjusted by moving the slide arm up and down, while others are spring-loaded and can apply strong pressure. There are also L-shape, F-shape, C-shape, and other shapes designed to clamp objects with great dexterity.
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PHD Inc. was founded in 1957 and is a manufacturer of automation solutions based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States. The company manufactures various automation system products such as tri-axis tooling, rotary actuators, linear slides, blow molding, and tie rod cylinders. The products have been applied in various industries such as material handling equipment, stretch blow molding, aluminum, glass, and medical. The company has obtained the certificate of ISO 9001:2015 and complied to REACH and RoHS standards.
Guhring, Inc. is an American manufacturer of round shank cutting tools established in 1978 as a subsidiary of German company Guhring KG, which was originally founded in 1898. Headquartered in Brookfield, Wisconsin, the company produces various taps, end mills, drills, and reamers, as well as tool holders and countersinks. These are utilized in the manufacturing and engineering processes of clients in the industrial sector, including tool and mold making, power generation, and construction. Guhring, Inc. owns over 1,000 patents, and produces more than 40,000 different cutting tools that it distributes via other subsidiaries in the Guhring KG network.
DESTACO, a Dover Company was founded in 1915, is a global manufacturer of automation, workholding, and containment solutions, headquartered in the United States. The company's product portfolio includes clamps, grippers, end effectors, and robotic tool changers. They are a worldwide supplier in the design, manufacture and support of clamping, gripping, linear/rotary transferring and robotic tooling solutions for workplace and flexible automation needs. Their customer base covers a wide range of industries requiring a global customer service network offering consistent solutions and program support.
Kosmek Ltd. is a manufacturer of production and automation products and systems that was established in 1986 in Tokyo, Japan. The company’s products include quick mold change systems, work clamping systems, and robotic automation systems. These are primarily used by clients in the metal or plastic fabrication, automation, and mechanical engineering sectors. The company also offers product customization, installation, and consultation services for customers with unique project specifications. Some of its notable clients include Panasonic, Mitsubishi, and Honda.
SMC corporation was founded in 1959 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. SMC Corporation manufactures and sells automatic control equipment and filtration equipment. SMC has production facilities in 30 countries, technical development centers in Japan, the United States, Europe, and China, and sales offices, globally. SMC product lines divided by them include filter replacements, condensation prevention, heat resistance, thermos-chilling, and others. SMC provides a video library as well as product selection guide to assist customers in finding solutions and optimizing product efficiency.
Normelemente KG, established in 1958 and based in Markgroningen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, is a German manufacturer and supplier that specializes in standard parts and machine components. Norelem offers an extensive catalog of more than 70,000 products, catering to the needs of engineers and designers in various projects. Their product range includes clamping technology, measuring and testing components, electromechanics, systems and components for machine and plant construction, and material handling and transport solutions. These products find applications in diverse engineering fields, such as automotive, aerospace, machinery, and robotics sectors.
Dchel Clamp, established in 2021 in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, is a manufacturer and supplier of diverse clamps used for securing objects. Their product range includes sash clamps for large objects, spring clamps for light materials, power clamps with pneumatic or hydraulic force for heavy items, toggle clamps for fixed positions, and ear clamps for holding hoses or tubes together. These clamps find application across industries such as oil and gas, aerospace, shipbuilding, pulp and paper, and chemical. The company is certified with ISO 9001:2015 standard and has recognition as the 2022 Supplier of the Year by Mouser Electronics.
Elesa+Ganter, established in 1995 between Italian Elesa S.p.A. and German Otto Ganter GmbH & Co. KG, is a global joint-venture machine parts manufacturer. The company provides products such as handles, magnets, hinges, wheels, and other standard machine parts used in packaging, medical, and other industries. It also offers branding and customized solution production services, accommodating nonstandard shapes, dimensions, and surface treatments. The company maintains ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and other certifications, and its subsidiaries and distributors serve over 70 countries.
Meusburger Georg GmbH & Co KG., founded in Germany in 1964, is a supplier of high-precision standard parts and products for workshop equipment and control systems. The company's product portfolio includes a selection of screws, nuts, bolts, and washers that meets rigorous industry standards, precision-ground shafts and rods are available in various materials and size and precision bearings. It serves a diverse range of industries, including automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, construction, and more.
Ranking as of October 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Dchel Clamp |
33.3%
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2 | norelem Normelemente GmbH & Co. KG |
33.3%
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3 | Guhring, Inc. |
33.3%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the power clamp page as of October 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
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Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 5 | 41.7% |
Japan | 2 | 16.7% |
Germany | 2 | 16.7% |
India | 2 | 16.7% |
Austria | 1 | 8.3% |