fixturing
noun
fix·tur·ing
ˈfiks-ch(ə-)riŋ 
: the process or means by which an object is supported and secured during a manufacturing process
The task of restraining objects sometimes is called fixturing, and the task of manipulating objects with fingers (in contrast to manipulation with the robot arm) sometimes is called dexterous manipulation.—
Xiong Caihua et al.
Xiong Caihua et al.The problem of fixture placement is to compute the possible placements of fixturing elements in order to constrain all motions of a given part.—R. C. Bolles et al.
R. C. Bolles et al.Examples of fixturing in a Sentence
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This single-product-line architecture reduces setup changeover time and allows process engineers to optimize fixturing, weld sequencing, and quality inspection around a single repeating geometry—a standard lean-manufacturing approach when volume and schedule pressure justify the capital allocation.
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Aditya Jadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
12 June 2026
The diamond room has been upgraded with sophisticated fixturing, lounge areas have been added and in men’s jewelry and watches, bar-type high tops for comfortable viewing are being installed.
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David Moin,
WWD,
3 Sep. 2019
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Aditya Jadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
12 June 2026
The diamond room has been upgraded with sophisticated fixturing, lounge areas have been added and in men’s jewelry and watches, bar-type high tops for comfortable viewing are being installed.
—
David Moin,
WWD,
3 Sep. 2019
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“Fixturing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fixturing. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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