Tooling & Fixtures

Tooling and Fixture Design

ProConcepts designs tooling and fixtures that accurately locate, clamp, and support parts in production. Our designs improve repeatability, support quality requirements, and reduce ergonomic strain in both manual and automated stations.
Robotic fiber laser welding arm positioned over a metal part in a custom tooling fixture

Tooling and Fixture Capabilities

Tooling and fixtures engineered around your parts, processes, and quality requirements, then built and deployed in your existing production environment.

Part location and clamping fixtures

Fixtures that position and secure parts consistently for assembly, welding, machining, inspection, and other operations.

Operator workholding and support tooling

Tooling that helps operators load, orient, and handle parts safely and efficiently at manual stations.

Fixtures for automated equipment

Fixturing designed to interface with robots, conveyors, and custom machines for reliable loading and alignment.

Adjustable and modular designs

Tooling solutions that allow for model changes, part families, and future adjustments without complete replacement.

Request a Tooling and Fixture Review

Provide information about your parts, processes, and quality targets. Our engineering team will review and respond with options for new or updated tooling and fixtures.

Close-up of a custom machine fixture with pneumatic clamps and labeled part positions

Tooling and Fixture Projects in Production

View selected projects where new or updated tooling and fixtures improved part location, quality, ergonomics, and overall process stability.

Tooling & Fixtures
CAD Design
Onsite Upgrades

Precision Fixturing for High-End Grill Production

ProConcepts engineered highly repeatable modular fixtures for a high-end grill manufacturer to solve issues in robotic laser welding. Our fixtures ensure accurate part location and consistent clamping, eliminating operator loading struggles and reducing costly engineering time during model changeovers.

Tooling & Fixture Design: FAQs

Find answers to common questions about how we design, build, and implement tooling and fixtures for production environments.

What types of operations benefit most from custom tooling and fixtures?

Assembly, welding, machining, inspection, and other repeat operations with tight quality requirements or ergonomic challenges are strong candidates for dedicated tooling and fixtures.

Can ProConcepts update or replace existing tooling and fixtures?

Yes. We can assess current tooling, address issues such as misalignment or wear, and design replacements or upgrades that improve performance and usability.

How do you ensure tooling and fixtures meet quality and tolerance requirements?

We design around your print tolerances and process requirements, then validate fit and function through CAD review, build checks, and in-plant trials as needed.