Swiss Modular Workholding

Modular CNC workholding systems engineered for faster setups, higher precision, and unmatched versatility.

Adaptable Solutions for Every Workholding Challenge

Swiss Modular (formerly Triag) offers a comprehensive line of modular CNC workholding solutions designed to maximize setup efficiency, flexibility, precision, and rigidity on your machining centers. These Swiss-engineered clamping systems provide a technical yet approachable way for machinists, shop managers, and engineers to reduce setup times and boost productivity without compromising accuracy. From quick-change base rails to self-centering vises and even vacuum plates, the Swiss Modular product family covers virtually every workholding scenario with a clear, direct approach that avoids unnecessary complexity.

  • Quick Setup Changes | Swap out fixtures or pallets in seconds to minimize idle time.
  • Flexible Multi-Part Clamping | Use over 180 modular clamp types to fixture multiple part sizes and shapes on a single rail.
  • High Precision & Rigidity | Serrated locating and strong construction ensure up to ~15,500 lbs of holding force and repeatable accuracy.
  • Vibration-Damping Foundations | Epoxy-mineral tombstones reduce chatter and improve surface finish quality.
  • Automation Ready | Pneumatic vises and oppSYSTEM pallets support robotic loading with up to 750,000 cycle reliability.

RESOURCE HUB

Empower yourself with the resources to make an informed decision and get up and running quickly.

Our team is here to help at every step. If you have questions or need guidance on selecting the right fixture, contact our workholding experts for personalized assistance. We’re happy to provide recommendations or even a custom fixture design review to ensure you get the most out of your investment.

Swiss Modular Workholding Systems

powerCLAMP
powerCLAMP
A versatile rail-based workholding platform with 180+ interchangeable clamping modules for fast, high-density setups on 3-, 4-, or 5-axis CNC machines.
triCENTRO
triCENTRO
Precision self-centering vises designed for balanced, repeatable clamping with manual or pneumatic actuation, ideal for 5-axis and automation-ready environments.
microCLAMP
microCLAMP
Compact modular clamps engineered for maximizing part density and clamping force in small-part production on tombstones or subplates.
aptoCLAMP
aptoCLAMP
A high-force modular clamping system built for large, heavy parts, combining flexible rail mounting with exceptional rigidity and chip-resistant design.
oppSYSTEM
oppSYSTEM
A fast, precise zero-point pallet system that enables manual or robotic fixture changes in seconds with up to 750,000-cycle repeatability.
trivaCLAMP
trivaCLAMP
Vacuum-based clamping modules that gently secure fragile, thin-walled, or irregular parts without distortion or marking.
Accessories
Accessories
Precision alignment rails, zero-point locating pins, and mounting hardware designed to enhance modular compatibility, setup repeatability, and fixture stability across the entire Swiss Modular workholding system.

Swiss Modular Workholding Examples

See how the experts at AME integrate Swiss Modular components on AMROK's workholding foundations, illustrating high-density, high-mix, and multi-axis applications.

High-Mix Workholding

on an AMROK Fixture Plate

Mounting to a standard 2" grid, AMROK fixture plates with Swiss Modular workholding provide the ultimate high-mix workholding solution. Designed for flexibility, this system allows you to secure a variety of parts in a single setup, reducing changeover time and maximizing uptime.

Learn more about optimizing for high-mix machining with Swiss Modular workholding and AMROK fixture plates.

Maximized Density

on an AMROK Cross Tombstone

Swiss Modular makes maximizing your horizontal machining center's capacity easy, and when paired with an AMROK tombstone you are sure to fit more parts per setup, reduce cycle times, and  increase overall throughput - getting the most out of every run.

Learn more about maximizing your machining envelope with Swiss Modular workholding and AMROK tombstones.

Additional Axis

on a Martin Trunnion Table

We often work with manufacturers that want to maximize efficiency of their vertical machining centers (VMC). Martin Trunnion's Stallion trunnion table paired with Swiss Modular workholding provides a durable, flexible, and accurate additional axis.

Learn more about adding a 4th-axis to your VMC for improved efficiency.

Manufacture Success Blog

Workholding Featured Posts

Finding the Right Tombstone is Easy with AME
Finding the Right Tombstone is Easy with AME

AME provides a handy guide on how to select the right tombstone from their wide range of products.

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Overview of Workholding System Components - Part 2
Overview of Workholding System Components - Part 2

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