Expanding Mandrels Revolutionize Aerospace and Automotive Industries
Expanding mandrels are rapidly becoming essential in industries where precision is paramount, such as aerospace and automotive manufacturing. These innovative tools are especially prevalent in the production of thin-walled aerospace components, powertrain and transmission parts, and electric vehicle drive components requiring exceptional consistency.
The mandrels have been designed to accommodate a range of specifications, including multi-segment sleeves and non-cylindrical gripping profiles like splines, gears, and hexes. They offer custom-engineered solutions that deliver remarkable rigidity, repeatability, and surface protection. With the ability to handle long tubular parts over one metre in length, they facilitate critical processes such as gear cutting, grinding, inspection, and valve manufacturing.
For manufacturers demanding pinpoint accuracy and unwavering stability, expanding mandrels provide valuable workholding solutions. 1st Machine Tool Accessories (1st MTA), a leader in this field, showcases these advanced technologies. Their mandrels ensure precision across a wide array of applications, supporting significant improvements in manufacturing quality and efficiency.
1st MTA will present their cutting-edge mandrel technology at Southern Manufacturing, scheduled from 3 to 5 February 2026. Visitors can engage with the team at Stand G205 to explore how these solutions can enhance manufacturing capabilities.
1st MTA, known for its pioneering work in manufacturing accessories, continues to push the boundaries of industrial innovation. Their expanding mandrels exemplify the company’s commitment to providing advanced workholding solutions that meet the rigorous demands of modern manufacturing.
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