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Automated Fixture Design
Automotive Supplier Case Study
Before: Manufacturing Engineer required 2-3 days for custom inspection fixture
After: AM operator completes fixture design in 2-3 hours using fixturemate
Result: 80% time reduction, eliminated engineering dependency
Production Tooling Case Study
Before: 3-hour setup times for fixture deployment
After: 20-minute setup with fixturemate-designed fixtures
Result: 85% reduction in fixture deployment time
fixturemate FAQ's
fixturemate is a tool for instant, automated fixture generation. It is a built-in fixture design tool inside GrabCAD Print Pro. It lets you import a workpiece, choose fixture type, and generate a print-ready fixture in minutes without leaving GrabCAD Print Pro.
You can design assembly fixtures, welding fixtures, inspection gauges, machining fixtures, measuring tools, and carrier trays.
fixturemate is included with every GrabCAD Print Pro license at no extra cost.
Install GrabCAD Print Pro version 1.104 or later and click the fixturemate icon in the right toolbar to launch the tool.
fixturemate cuts design time from hours to minutes and reduces costs by up to 80%. It requires no CAD expertise and keeps all design and printing within the same workflow.
No. The guided interface is designed for any user. Simply import your part, choose clamp style and clearance, and export the ready-to-print fixture.
Yes, fixturemate runs locally on your computer with no internet connection required.
