Tooling, Jigs & Fixturing
ACS supports tooling, jig, and fixture applications with flexible CNC routing, waterjet, and additive manufacturing solutions ideal for low-to-mid volume production, prototype development, and shop-floor support tooling.
Where Precision Tooling, Jigs & Fixtures Take Shape.
Tooling,jig, and fixture manufacturers operate in a high-mix, precision-driven environment where accuracy, repeatability, and speed are critical. Constant design changes, short production runs, and tight delivery timelines place pressure on workflows that must remain flexible without sacrificing dimensional control. Many manufacturers are required to process a broad range of metals,composites, plastics, and engineered materials, often within the same job,making material versatility and setup efficiency essential. Skilled labor shortages further complicate production, as experienced machinists and fixture builders are increasingly difficult to find and retain, driving demand for intuitive equipment and repeatable processes that reduce operator dependency.At the same time, aging or overly specialized equipment can limit responsiveness, increase setup time, and create bottlenecks when rapid iteration is required. The result is an ongoing challenge to balance precision,throughput, and cost while delivering complex tooling, nests, and fixtures reliably and on schedule.
Materials to Manufacturing
Multicam Inc. USA
MultiCam 5000 Series & Apex3R EVO CNC Routers with optional Knife Cutting Solutions:
CNC routers with optional knife cutting provide a versatile platform for tooling,jig, and fixture manufacturers. The routing platform is designed for cutting aluminum,engineered plastics, composites, fiberglass, honeycomb panels, and tooling boards, while the knife system processes foams, rubber, gaskets, felt,insulation, composite fabrics, and technical textiles. This dual-process capability supports efficient production of molds, drill guides, vacuum fixtures, and assembly tooling on a single integrated platform.
AKS Water-Kut X4
AKS Cutting Systems - WaterJet Cutting Systems:
Industrial CNC waterjet platforms engineered for 2D and 3D precision cutting of plate used in tooling, jigs, and fixtures.Supporting complex profiling and 3D bevel cutting, these systems accurately process aluminum, steel, stainless steel, titanium, nickel alloys, composites,and specialty materials while preserving material properties.
Dener Press Brakes USA
Dener Press Brakes:
Precision CNC press brakes in hydraulic, hybrid, andall-electric configurations, engineered for high accuracy bending of sheet metal and plate. Featuring rigid frame construction, advanced CNC controls, and configurable tooling and back gauge options.
Massivit
3D Printing- EOS, 3DGence & Massivit:
Additive manufacturing systems supporting part creation, tooling, jigs, fixtures, molds, and forming tools using metal,high-performance polymer, and large-format polymer processes. These platforms produce complex 3D components including large vacuum-forming tools, composite molds, injection tooling with integrated internal cooling channels, jet and rocket propulsion systems - providing accurate geometry, controlled thermal performance, and reduced production cycle times.
How ACS Helps
ACS helps tooling, jig, and fixture manufacturers improve speed, accuracy, and flexibility by delivering practical, production-ready manufacturing solutions that support high-mix, precision-driven environments. Through CNC routing, waterjet cutting, and additive manufacturing technologies, as well as Cast-in-Motion 3D printing for tooling, ACS enables the efficient production of tooling plates, nests, fixtures, gauges, and prototype components across metals, composites, plastics, and engineered materials. These systems are designed for fast setup, intuitive operation, and repeatable results reducing reliance on highly specialized labor while accelerating design iteration and short-run production. By focusing on flexible 2D and 2.5D manufacturing, rapid prototyping, and shop-floor support tooling, and backing it with regional service, training, and applications expertise, ACS helps manufacturers increase responsiveness, control costs, and deliver reliable tooling and fixtures on schedule.
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We understand that considering capitalizing new technologies into your company is a decision that impacts how you grow your company, staffing, ongoing and future opportunities.
Assess. Evaluate.
We evaluate your current workflow, equipment, and production challenges.
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We propose tailored technology solutions that enhance productivity and quality.
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We install, train, and maintain your equipment to ensure long-term success.
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Service & Training – SafetyNet Programs:
Onsite and remote training, preventative maintenance, and emergency support delivered by certified ACS technicians.
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