Recent Blogs
Knee-action Toggle Clamp Mechanism Explained: How It Works, Diagram, Parts, Formula, and Uses
Knee-action toggle clamp explained — geometry, holding force, and real fixture examples for woodworking, welding, and CNC workholding. Specs and sizing inside.
Bench Clamp (form) Mechanism: How It Works, Diagram, Formula & Clamping Force Calculator
How a Bench Clamp works, with formulas, holding-force calculations, and real workshop examples from woodworking to machinist setups. Practical guide.
Bar Clamp Mechanism Explained: How It Works, Parts, Clamping Force Formula and Uses
How a Bar Clamp works, the clamping force formula, real woodworking and welding applications, plus sizing rules and troubleshooting tips from FIRGELLI engineers.
Jointed Radial Arm Mechanism Explained: How It Works, Parts, Reach Formula and Diagram
How a Jointed Radial Arm works in mill and factory tooling — kinematics, reach formulas, and real shop-floor applications from welding jigs to assembly lines.
Single Pivoted Clamp with Fixed Side-piece: How the Lever Mechanism Works, Parts & Uses
How a single pivoted clamp with fixed side-piece works, with formulas, a CNC-fixture worked example, and tradeoffs versus toggle and screw clamps.
Drilling Machine Clamp Mechanism Explained: How It Works, Parts, Diagram, Formula and Calculator
How a Drilling Machine Clamp grips workpieces on a drill press — clamping force formulas, real shop applications, and sizing rules for fabrication and machining.
Automatic Bench Clamp Mechanism: How Toggle and Pneumatic Workholding Clamps Work
Automatic bench clamps grip workpieces in a single foot-pedal or lever stroke. See how the toggle linkage, geometry, and clamping force work in metalwork shops.