Workholding Tools | NP Products Division

What Are Workholding Tools?

Workholding tools secure parts during machining, pressing and assembly operations. They offer accuracy, consistency and safety. Workholding tools are used for manual presses and pneumatic presses, both for small-batch and high-volume production.

Workholding Products for Pneumatic & Manual Presses

Janesville Tool’s NP Products division supplies a wide range of workholding products engineered for performance and long service life. Our offerings include arbor tool holders, clamps, collets, bushings, washers and extension rods, all designed to help operators achieve precision and repeatability.

Types of Tool Holders Available

From standard arbors to specialized types of tool holders, we carry tooling solutions to meet different production needs. Our lineup includes retrofit Indicol and other workholding components designed for seamless integration with existing press setups.

Custom Workholding Solutions

When your application requires a unique setup, our engineering team can design and manufacture custom tool holders and fixtures. This helps your press operate at maximum efficiency with tooling built to your exact specifications.

Press Customization Form

Frequently Asked Questions About Workholding Tools

What’s the difference between manual and pneumatic workholding?

Manual workholding relies on operator adjustments, making it ideal for low-volume or precision applications. Pneumatic systems use air pressure for quick, consistent clamping, best for higher-volume production.

How do I choose the right tool holder?

The best tool holder depends on your press type, material and production needs. Our team can recommend the correct arbor tool holder or workholding components to fit your setup. Contact our team.

Can workholding tools be customized?

Yes, custom workholding products can be designed for unique part shapes, production goals or retrofitting older press models. Fill out our press customization form.