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Re: VersaFrame by Vex Robotics

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Originally Posted by Chris is me View Post
We have a lot more success by clamping the frame square using large C-clamps before riveting. Still takes awhile to get it square, but it holds very nicely once its there allowing for easy mass riveting.
We used Versa Frame last year and love the way it allowed for not only prototyping but also for our actual robot.

For those teams that are using rivets, you may want to look into using Clecos. Check out this link here: http://www.mcmaster.com/#5099a34/=v8rnw9 and Cleco pliers: http://www.mcmaster.com/#5099a51/=v8rphz
. These will allow you to use an existing hole or pattern not only to drill or to rivet. We have used these for several years to assist with mounting bumpers as well.
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