The book Jigs and Fixtures Design Manualalso includes the pitfalls to be avoided while locating castings and forgings, particularly, problems posed by flash or uneven material distribution at parting lines/planes.In these days of modern manufacturing, jigs and fixtures have become necessary both for interchangeability and reduced costs.Inclusion of slitless, hydraulically actuated collets and expanding mandrels with standard sizes will add to the utility of the treatise. This edition also includes hydraulic force multiplier (intensifier), which does not require a power pack.