Abstract: This patent pertains to a work piece clamping system with manual or powered clamping. Work piece locations of all three axis can be determined from the device. Various clamping devices can be included in the system. Single or multiple work pieces of various sizes and shapes can be clamped.

Abstract: This patent relates to a system for rotating work pieces about a horizontal center line so that one or more sides can be machined with out the need of re-clamping. Pallets or log pallets may be used for holding work pieces so the pallets with work pieces can be removed from the machine for parts handling or set-up. Related improvements are described: A rotary table that reduces angular error caused by off center weight, protection from damage caused by inadvertent crash impact, protection from pallets falling from inadvertent unclamping and improved cleaning of pallet locating surfaces. An off machine parts loading index station that prevents inadvertent release of the pallet and provides the optimum ratio between the manual crank and the pallet rotation. A powered actuator that can be used with means for transferring pallets between the machining center and index stations or index and support stations that are mounted to mobile carts.