Triag
What is Triag?
Triag is a Swiss company specializing in modular workholding systems for the machining industry. Founded in 1990, the company is particularly known for its systematic, interface-based modularity in CNC machining. Triag’s solutions are designed for milling, 5-axis machining, and automated production environments where setup time management and repeatability are crucial factors.
Today, Triag’s clamping solutions are internationally known under the brand name swissMODULAR. Launched in 2023, this brand brings together all modular workholding solutions developed by Triag International AG.
Triag as a Company and Its Development
Triag was founded in Switzerland in 1990 under the name Triag AG. In the early days, the company developed modular fixturing systems based on precise mechanical positioning and standardized interfaces. The goal was to create a system where a machinist could assemble a fixture from standard components without needing a fully customized jig for every application.
Over the years, Triag expanded its product range and developed several different clamp system families. Later, the business was organized so that Triag International AG is responsible for production and international distribution. Operations and manufacturing remain based in Switzerland, which is a key part of the company’s identity and reputation for quality in the machining industry.
In 2023, Triag International AG launched the swissMODULAR brand, uniting its modular clamping systems under one name. The Triag name still refers to the company and its history, while swissMODULAR serves as the international brand for its products and technology.
Triag Clamping Systems for Machining
Triag’s modular clamping systems are specifically designed for CNC milling and a wide range of machining applications. The core concept is a uniform interface onto which various clamping modules, stops, and support elements can be mounted. This allows workpieces of different sizes and shapes to be clamped onto the same base.
In the machine shop, this means shorter setup times and better repeatability. When modules can be precisely positioned, for example, with a serrated rail, disassembling and rebuilding the fixture can be done in a controlled manner without extensive re-measuring. This is especially important in small and medium production runs, where changing jobs causes more setup workload than the actual machining.
Triag’s solutions are also suitable for clamping multiple workpieces at the same time. This means the machine’s workspace and pallet systems can be used more efficiently, increasing utilization and reducing downtime.
Triag and Innovative Workholding Technology
Triag is renowned for developing modular clamping technology. The company’s systems combine mechanical precision, modular design, and practical machining needs. For example, the powerCLAMP system is based on a rail structure, allowing clamping modules to be placed in precisely defined positions. This speeds up assembly and enables flexible changes between different jobs.
Triag has also developed clamping towers made of epoxy mineral cast, used especially in horizontal machining centers and automated cells. The vibration-damping characteristics of epoxy mineral help support high-precision machining, improving surface finish and extending tool life.
From Triag’s perspective, innovation doesn’t mean just a single product but rather a system approach. Modular clamping is often integrated with zero-point systems and automation, enabling the entire production chain—from setup to part exchange—to be standardized.
Triag in the Machining Industry
In the machining industry, Triag is recognized as a solution for situations where a traditional vise isn’t enough and a fully custom fixture would be too slow or costly. The modular system fits in between, offering a standardized yet adaptable solution.
Especially in 5-axis machining and automated pallet systems, factors like clamping height, rigidity, and accessibility are critical. Triag’s systems allow workpieces to be elevated to the optimal height for multi-face machining in a single setup. This reduces the need for re-fixturing and improves dimensional accuracy.
Summary
Triag is a Swiss company founded in 1990, specializing in modular fixturing systems for the machining industry. The solutions developed by the company are based on standardized interfaces and modular components, allowing flexible fixture assembly for different machining needs.
Today, the clamping systems manufactured by Triag International AG are known as swissMODULAR. While Triag remains the name of the company and its legacy, swissMODULAR unites their modular workholding technology under one brand. For machine shops, Triag stands above all for controlled modularity, repeatability, and improved machine utilization.
