Stop Wasting Table Space – How the OK-Vise® from Jergens Changes the Way You Work

by Bernard Martin

If you’ve ever wrestled with trying to squeeze multiple setups onto your CNC table or struggled to get full access to a part without running into your vise, you’re not alone. Traditional vises have their place—but when you’re machining complex parts, working in tight spaces, or just trying to run more parts per cycle, they can start to feel like a limitation.

That’s where the OK-Vise® from Jergens steps in.

What Is the OK-Vise?
The OK-Vise is a low-profile clamping system that’s built for modern 3-axis and 5-axis machining. Instead of a bulky vise body that hogs up table real estate, OK-Vise uses a compact wedge-style clamp to lock parts in place—tight. Once it’s set, it’s not going anywhere. You get rock-solid holding power in a footprint that makes traditional vises look oversized and outdated.

Why It Works Better
With OK-Vise, you’re clamping from the side, not the top. That gives you full access to the top and most sides of the workpiece, which is a huge win for anyone doing multi-face machining. Think of the time you’ll save by not having to reset the part or switch fixtures between operations.

And because of the compact design, you can mount multiple parts closer together, maximizing the use of your fixture plate or tombstone. That means more parts per cycle—and more spindle time before you need to open the doors.

Extend Your Cycle Time, Not Your Setup Time
Let’s be honest—nobody wants to babysit a machine. OK-Vise gives you the ability to load more parts at once, which stretches out your unattended run time. That’s great whether you’re lights-out machining or just trying to keep things moving while you prep the next job.

Built for Flexibility
Got a weird part? Odd shape? Short run? No problem. The OK-Vise line from Jergens includes a range of clamping elements, from standard wedge clamps to custom plates and serrated jaws. Whether you're working on aluminum, hardened steel, or even castings, there’s a setup that’ll work for you.

And because it’s modular, you can build exactly what you need—no more trying to make your part fit the vise. Now the vise fits the part.

If you’re ready to boost your fixture density, free up table space, and make better use of your machine’s capabilities, it’s time to take a serious look at the OK-Vise® system from Jergens.
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