What is Modular Fixturing
A MODULAR FIXTURING SYSTEM SHOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
  1. Subplates and Tombstones with a standardized grid pattern to provide interchangeable assembly of fixtures, vises, and other accessories.
  2. Off-the-shelf accessories such as blank tooling plates, angle plates, and parallels that can be quickly assembled onto subplates and tombstones.
  3. Availability of adapter plates to convert 3rd party vises, rotary tables, chucks, or other devices into modular accessories.
  4. Workpiece setup components such as locators, utility blocks, and clamps that can be used to quickly assemble a complete fixture when time constraints or small production lots do not favor design and build of custom fixtures.
  5. A level of system accuracy that allows users to assemble components with confidence in their alignment and location.
YOU SHOULD CONSIDER MODULAR FIXTURING IF YOUR APPLICATIONS INCLUDE:
  1. Setup changes more frequently than once per week
  2. Short run batches
  3. The need to run workpieces quickly without waiting for production tooling.
  4. A cost-effective method of developing and tuning production tooling.
  5. Limited storage space for production fixtures that are rarely used.
  6. Prototype workpieces or one-time runs