Integrated Tooling System (ITS)

Zero-point clamping system for maximum precision with electrodes and workpieces:

EROWA Integrated Tooling System (ITS)

The EROWA ITS (Integrated Tooling System) was originally developed for die-sinking EDM and quickly set new standards in standardized electrode and workpiece clamping. Today, however, the ITS is far more than just an EDM clamping system: it has established itself as a compact, high-precision zero-point clamping system for a wide variety of manufacturing processes.

Thanks to its modular design, the ITS is used not only in die-sinking EDM but also in milling, grinding, measuring, and automated manufacturing cells. The standardized interface enables process-reliable workpiece clamping across multiple machining steps—manually or in combination with CNC automation.

The combination of the proven ITS clamping principle and process-specific components such as electrode holders, adapters, and pallets ensures repeatable positioning of workpieces and electrodes throughout the entire process chain. With a repeatability of less than 0.002 mm, high system rigidity, and defined reference surfaces, the ITS system forms the basis for stable, reproducible manufacturing processes—from single-part production to automated series production.

Applications of the ITS system:

  • Milling: Precise setup of electrodes and workpieces at an identical zero point
  • Sink-eroding (EDM): Precise and repeatable electrode positioning for defined geometries
  • Measurement: Standardized mounting for inspecting workpieces and electrodes
  • Tool and mold making: Secure clamping of the smallest, most complex components with tight tolerances
  • Automated manufacturing: Can be combined with EROWA handling devices and the EROWA JMS 4.0 process control system
  • Hybrid processes: Quick switching between milling and EDM without re-referencing

Advantages and Functions ITS Solutions

Universally applicable

The EROWA ITS 50 holders C can be used universally for most machining technologies. Time-consuming changeovers and setups are no longer necessary.
In addition, you can completely seal the EROWA ITS: The sealing ring is placed over the chuck on the machine table.

Automation

The ITS 50 holders C are designed for automated handling with an EROWA robot. They feature a gripper groove around their circumference.
The robot gripper (model ITS 50 C) is used by the robot to pick up the holders. The corresponding gripper fits all standard EROWA robots.

Wide range of variants

The possible applications for ITS chucks are as varied as the tasks involved in precision machining and tool and mold making. That is why we stock a wide range of different chuck variants.

ITS Products

Brochure ITS