Abstract: A tool or fixture having a locating device for locating the tool or fixture on an article. The locating device is formed from a series of plates laminated together and having a spring element and a catch element where the catch element locates the tool or fixture in a machine bed. The catch element is retractable into the body of the locating device to protect if from damage when the tool of fixture is being stored or transported.

Abstract: A tool or fixture having a locating device for locating the tool or fixture on an article. The locating device is formed from a series of plates laminated together and having a spring element and a catch element where the catch element locates the tool or fixture in a machine bed. The catch element is retractable into the body of the locating device to protect if from damage when the tool of fixture is being stored or transported.

Abstract: Over tightening of clamps (2) utilised to secure components and frames to machine tables and beds can cause significant problems with regard to damage to the bed or machine table as well as mis-location. By providing a clamp 1 having a pivot 4 and peripheral springs 2, 3 a limitation on clamping force (B) can be achieved. The clamp 1 is formed from sheet materials and incorporates an over centre pivot 4 such that the retainer 5 and in particular head 6 is brought into clamping engagement by the peripheral springs 2, 3 coming into engagement with surfaces about a slot in order to generate the clamping force (B). The peripheral springs 2, 3 come into engagement by rotation about the pivot 4 to provide a progressive clamping action.