Press-Fit tooling for high-precision CNC machining

Experience the power and precision of powRgrip®

powRgrip® is the high-precision press fit toolholding system from REGO-FIX. It combines exceptional runout accuracy, high clamping force and excellent vibration damping with fast, safe and repeatable tool clamping—purely mechanical, without the use of heat.

≤3 µm
System runout
8 sec
Tool change
20,000
Tool changes, repeatable

Why choose Press-Fit toolholding

The quality of the toolholding system has a direct impact on machining performance, tool life, surface quality and process stability.

The powRgrip press fit toolholding system is designed for high-speed milling, drilling, reaming and other demanding machining applications. Unlike heat-based tool clamping technologies, powRgrip clamps cutting tools mechanically without applying heat—making it a proven alternative to shrink fit tooling for shops that need both precision and throughput.

Key benefits of the powRgrip® Press-Fit toolholding system

powRgrip press fit toolholder with total system runout of 3 microns or less

Total system runout of ≤3 μm

The complete powRgrip system achieves a total system runout of ≤3 μm measured at 3 × D. High runout accuracy helps distribute cutting forces evenly and can contribute to improved tool life and machining quality.

Cutting tool in a press-fit holder with vibration damping

Excellent vibration damping

The powRgrip press fit toolholding system provides excellent vibration damping, helping reduce chatter and support consistently high surface quality.

Stopwatch showing the 8 second powRgrip tool change

Tool ready in 8 seconds

With the PGU 9500 and PGU 9800 automatic clamping unit, tools can be clamped and are ready for use in approximately eight seconds.

Press-fit chuck clamping a cutting tool with high radial force

High and consistent clamping force

powRgrip provides high clamping force and reliable torque transmission for demanding machining operations.

Cutting tool repeating more than 20,000 press fit tool changes

Repeatable performance

The system maintains high clamping force and low runout even after 20,000 tool changes.

Crossed-out flame: pressfit clamping without heating the toolholder

No heat required

The press fit clamping process doesn't require heating or cooling of the toolholder. This enables simple and safe handling while ensuring a consistent workshop process.

Range of powRgrip collet diameters for application-specific toolholding

Tailored to your application

The wide range of powRgrip® collets, available in various diameters and specialized designs, enables an application-specific clamping solution.

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How powRgrip® works

  1. 1

    Insert the cutting tool

    Insert the cutting tool into the high-precision powRgrip collet.

  2. 2

    Position the collet

    Place the collet and cutting tool into the matching powRgrip toolholder.

  3. 3

    Clamp the system

    Use an automatic PGU or manual PGC clamping unit to press the collet into the toolholder.

  4. 4

    Start Press-In

    The securely clamped tool is ready for use within seconds.

Press fit tooling for demanding machining applications

powRgrip is suitable for a wide range of machining processes, including:

Aerospace
Medical
Mould & Die
General Precision Machining
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  • High-speed milling
  • Drilling
  • Reaming
  • Roughing
  • Finishing
  • Thread cutting

This provides several practical advantages:

  • No heat exposure for the toolholder or cutting tool
  • Fast and repeatable clamping
  • Simple and safe operation
  • Excellent vibration damping
  • High clamping force
  • Precise and consistent runout
  • Suitability for a broad range of tool diameters and applications

The best solution depends on the machining process, machine environment and production requirements. A practical Test & Trial makes it possible to compare the performance directly in your own production environment.

Available machine interfaces

The system can be used with a wide range of machine interfaces, including HSK, SK, BT, CAT and CAPTO. powRgrip® mechanically presses the collet and cutting tool into the toolholder—no heating or cooling process is required.

  • HSK
  • SK
  • BT
  • CAT
  • CAPTO

Experience the difference of powRgrip® press-fit tooling

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Test powRgrip® in your own production

Apply for an exclusive powRgrip Test & Trial

The most effective way to evaluate a press fit toolholding system is under real production conditions. With the powRgrip Test & Trial, you can test the system using your own machine, cutting tools, workpiece materials and machining parameters.

The test allows you to evaluate the performance of the powRgrip system under real production conditions. It provides valuable insights into tool life, surface quality, runout accuracy, process stability and vibration behaviour. In addition, setup and tool-change times, machining productivity and overall tooling costs can be assessed and compared with your current toolholding solution.

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Download technical information

Learn more about the powRgrip press fit tooling system and its components:

  • PG Spotlight Flyer
  • PG Clamping Units Flyer

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Frequently asked questions about press fit tooling

What is press fit tooling?
Press fit tooling is a mechanical tool-clamping technology in which a collet and cutting tool are pressed into a precision toolholder. The mechanical connection creates high clamping force and accurate tool positioning.
Is powRgrip a press fit toolholding system?
Yes. powRgrip® is a mechanical press fit toolholding system developed specifically for precision CNC machining applications.
Does powRgrip® require heat?
No. powRgrip mechanically clamps and releases cutting tools without heating or cooling the toolholder, making it a fast alternative to shrink fit tooling.
What runout accuracy does powRgrip® provide?
The complete powRgrip® toolholding system provides a total system runout of ≤3 μm measured at 3 × D.
How long does the clamping process take?
With the PGU 9500/9800 automatic clamping unit, a tool can be ready for use in approximately eight seconds.
Which machine interfaces are available?
Depending on the product configuration, powRgrip® press-fit tool holders are available for interfaces including HSK, SK, BT, CAT and CAPTO.
Can I test powRgrip before purchasing?
Yes. Customers can apply for a powRgrip Test & Trial to evaluate the system under their own production conditions for 3 weeks.