Managing a laboratory means making important decisions about what types of lab equipment and furniture you’re using to outfit your workspace. Budget constraints don’t always allow for floor-to-ceiling custom solutions, but luckily you might not require something so drastic and costly! A lot of times you’ve got great “bones” in the form of existing heavy duty workbenches or work tables. But you simply need some additional workbench accessories to take the area up to the next functional level. But what is even possible and available these days?

Here at RDM Industrial Products, Inc., we are here to assist you on this journey. We ask: What can you and your staff utilize that’s already in the laboratory, and what needs a retrofitted upgrade? What options are available to beef up existing workbenches so that they are more functional? Read on to learn the key points to consider when improving your laboratory flow and output.

Adjustable Height ESD Workbench with Accessories.

Your Dream Workstation

Begin by imaging an ideal workstation for the members of your team. And remember that not every solution is appropriate for each staff member. You’ve got the industrial work tables or workbenches already, so it’s a matter of additional needs. Therefore, ask yourself – what is really needed? More room for equipment on the tabletops or more room for storage? Is it optimal to add shelving or drawers? Walk through a typical workday for each position to truly get a feel for what is lacking and what is necessary. Be sure to keep in mind that employees do best when seated at comfortable, ergonomic workbenches.

Consider opening the question up to your staff as well before making executive decisions. It could be quite useful to learn what types of retrofitted storage or mobility would be actually useful AND utilized before undergoing unnecessary upgrades. Remember, you’re looking to keep your existing heavy duty workbenches and pair them with functional improvements. You’re not trying to reinvent the wheel or break your budget.

What Workbench Accessories Are Available?

RDM Industrial Products, Inc. offers a plethora of customizable workstation and workbench accessories that could drastically improve your team’s functionality, such as:

• Shelving Units or Storage Cabinets:

  There are times where you need visual or easy access to your paperwork. But you’d prefer to have your workbench clear. Shelving installations or storage cabinets could be ideal in this scenario. They’re often able to be mounted directly into your current industrial work tables.

• Computer Equipment or Tool Storage Options:

  Another convenient hack is to double your table workspace by freeing up your tools or your screens. Retrofit storage and display racks are easy to customize and install so that your eyes can easily glance up to your mounted monitor or your hands can grab that accessible tool, all while maintaining a clear work zone. This handy upgrade can also reduce chronic hunching across the board.

• Drawer Units and Storage Cabinets:

  If storage is lacking and you’d prefer those items to be more private, retrofitted drawer units are a handy option. They can be customized to go underneath or next to existing industrial work tables or benches and can really free up your zone.

• Caster Options For Mobility:

  There are plenty of scenarios where moving combining or rearranging workstations would be immensely helpful. This is a job for custom-fit casters for the bottoms of your workbench legs. Adding caster options for mobility means you can shift stations around depending on the project and not get bogged down in unmovable industrial sized furniture. Casters give you some freedom!

• Lift Options:

  Just imagine if the height of the desk or workstation you’ve been assigned to could be customized – how slick! Lift options can be added to existing workbench legs, and a multitude of comfort and convenience issues can be resolved this way. Posture is a critical element to daily work life, so this might be a handy way to make more ergonomic workbenches for the staff.

• Lighting Options:

  Full overhead fluorescent lighting isn’t always enough for exacting scientific work, and there are certain tasks and projects that quite simply require more focused beams. Imagine a customized light rack for your workbench zone, and then contact RDM to see how we can make it happen for you.

Why Choose RDM Industrial Products, Inc.?

For over 40 years, RDM Industrial Products, Inc. has been serving our clientele by providing quality designed, manufacturer/factory direct furniture for laboratories and office spaces – all with immense success and fantastic reviews. Our priority is to deliver exceptional industrial quality products directly to your operations centre so that you and your team can continue working in a productive, safe and profitable manner.

Additionally, most of our retrofitted workbench accessories and parts are proudly manufactured in the USA. Meaning, you can purchase from us knowing we are contributing right back to the country’s economy while we operate.

Next Steps

Check out our RDM Industrial Products website which details the myriad ways we can improve your existing workspace. If you’re interested in placing an order or have any questions, please contact a representative at RDM to see if we can walk you through workbench retrofit options that can be specifically tailored for your needs. We look forward to serving you!

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At first glance, work tables seem like such simple tools. At the bottom, pretty much just a work surface and perhaps a few racks or drawers for extra storage capacity. But this initial impression can be quite deceptive. In actual fact, they are far more versatile, far more customizable, and far more interesting than many might be led to believe. They’ve always been popular in all kinds of workplaces. However, because of their extraordinary utility, that popularity continues to rise all the same.

RDM has been manufacturing industrial furniture and lab equipment of all kinds for more than four decades. Our quality-designed industrial workbenches and work tables are among our most beloved products. Let us tell you about the many kinds of workstations we have to offer. As well as what you can use them for and the variety of ways that we let you customize them to your needs, we hope to be able to show you why.

What Kinds of Industrial Workbenches Do We Manufacture?

RDM Double-Sided Industrial Workbench – Dual Utility Drawers.

Since this is a tool with an impressively diverse array of uses and applications, we can only hope to scratch the surface of the kinds of industrial work tables that RDM can make for you. Since the selection is so large, they can also be classified in many different ways. Here are some of our most important industrial workbench classifications and a few of their most salient features:

• Materials: Perhaps the clearest way to look at our different industrial benches and tables is through the materials of which they are made. Most commonly, they are made of stainless steel. Aluminum frames, thanks to their durability and reliability, are also rather common. Our most high-end heavy duty workbenches are made of these metals. And if you need something lighter and simpler than heavy duty workbenches, we make models out of wood as well.
• Surface Type: When we speak of surface type, we don’t just mean the material of which the work surface is made, but also of the texture and topography of that work surface, In addition to the standard smooth surfaces, we also make factory-direct ball transfer surfaces across which it’s easy to swiftly move all manner of objects.
• Shape: Most of our models are either square-shaped or rectangular, though we also offer L-shaped models. Within the parameters of these shapes, you also have a pretty wide latitude to specify the sizes that you need.

Some Customization Options For Your Industrial Workbenches:

To further add to your array of choices, here are a few of the many ways in which we allow you to customize your benches and tables:

• Lights: In some cases, seeing exactly what you’re doing while you work is indispensable. For those times when that’s especially important, we can make factory-direct work tables for you that are outfitted with whatever kinds of lights you require. Our main types here are our industrial light tables. The light source most often comes from below the work surface. However, we also have benches and tables with overhead lights attacked to a rack. The lights used are fluorescent lights, so you can be confident about having maximum illumination.
• Tilts: A flat, vertical work surface isn’t always the ideal thing for every situation. For times when it isn’t, we can also design laboratory workbenches for you whose surfaces can be tilted in a variety of directions and left at an angle.
• Racks: Attach a rack to your work table and you’ll have a convenient place to hang some important tools that you might need throughout the day.
• Drawers and Cabinets: If you’re going to be doing the lion’s share of the day’s work at your desk or bench, it’s important that you have everything you need within your reach as you sit there. Racks are good for keeping a few important tools close at hand, but they aren’t appropriate for everything. For everything else — whether it be important files or key chemicals for all of your experiments — you can outfit benches and tables with either siding drawers or storage cabinets beneath the work surface.
• Flame, Static, Chemical, or Rust Resistance: If you use a work table to perform any kind of experiments or conduct chemical reactions, it’ll be bound to take some abuse over the years. To make it better able to cope with that abuse and keep lab personnel safer, we offer you the ability to have benches with flame, chemical, rust, and ESD static-resistant properties.
• Hydraulic Lifts: If workers can vary in height, why shouldn’t tables or benches? A workbench with a hydraulic lift whose height can be adjusted to all kinds of workers — whether short or tall, sitting or standing — can save your lab money just on account of its versatility. We’d be happy to outfit an industrial-quality workbench with a hydraulic lift for you. To set the height you desire, there will be an easy-to-use crank.
• Ergonomic and Comfort Options: Even in something as eminently practical as industrial workbenches, utility can’t always be the only consideration. Comfort matters as well. That’s why RDM has developed a number of different ergonomic workbenches with worker comfort in mind. The most prominent feature of our ergonomic workbenches is probably their height-adjustability. But other accessories can be used to add to your comfort as well. These include things like monitor and keyboard arms, wheels for mobility, footrests, and overhead or under-surface lights.

With all of these customization options and accessories in mind, check out the full selection of our industrial work tables and pick out whatever you require.

What Sorts of Industries Use Workbenches?

With so many options available, it shouldn’t be surprising that laboratory workbenches are popular across many different types of industries. Here are just a few of these:

• packaging and shipping companies (ball transfer surfaces are especially popular here)
• engineering and architectural firms (tilted surfaces and light tables tend to be in wide use here)
• scientific laboratories of all kinds
• art schools and studios
• hospitals, medical schools, and medical offices
• industrial production firms and factories

Conclusion

Like most of our other lab furniture and tools, RDM’s industrial workbenches are proudly manufactured in the USA. With our incredibly diverse selection, we’re confident that we have just the thing you need to put yourself or your workers comfortably to work, no matter what setting you’re in.

Despite — or perhaps because of — their intrinsically humble yet versatile nature, we’re sure that workbenches will long remain not only popular but necessary in workplaces the world over.

We encourage you to check out our full selection of industrial workbenches, work tables, and associated workbench accessories.

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RDM Industrial Products produces an extraordinarily diverse variety of quality-designed and custom-built workbenches.

Here’s a bit of critical information about how important these benches can be to your lab, studio, or business and about the various types of benches that RDM can manufacture to meet your needs.

Why Use Workbenches?

RDM Double-Sided Workbenches – Model Ti-101P-CSTR-GREY01 includes a Utility and File Drawer, Casters for Mobility, and i-Style Hydraulic Lift System.

A workbench is, in essence, a quite simple tool. But that shouldn’t trick you into supposing it to be unsophisticated or only narrowly useful. At the most basic level, it is a stable, flat surface that is similar to a table but often has some additional features designed to facilitate some particular type of work.

Even from this bare-bones description, a large variety of possible uses should immediately jump out at you. Any kind of work requiring you to sit or stand in some area and apply diligence and attention to the task at hand would be virtually impossible to do without the aid of a good workbench. The same is true for any work that requires you to have a variety of items or tools close at hand which you must frequently switch between using.

Since there are so many different jobs to which the above applies, you should expect a good workbench to be an integral part of a great many industries. The sky is really the limit here.

Major Industries Using Workbenches

Now that you can see the great value and versatility that they can bring to an enterprise, here is a more specific taste of some of the kinds of places where you might expect to find industrial workbenches:

• Scientific Research Centers & Labs:
  Scientists and lab researchers who conduct experiments with all kinds of chemicals will need a bench to help them organize their equipment and keep it within reach. For those specifically dealing with caustic chemicals on a regular basis, an ordinary workbench will likely not be enough. They may need stainless steel workbenches which are specially designed to be chemical-resistant, for example. Other kinds of heavy duty workbenches may also be required here.
• Architectural, Engineering, Design, and Construction Firms:
  Architects, engineers, and designers must draw up plans or schematics for buildings, cars, furniture, or anything else that they may have their eyes upon creating. They may need to build smaller models to test out design ideas or examine proposed construction materials for their suitability to a given project. For all things like this, heavy duty workbenches are essential.
• Art Studios:
  Artists can certainly put a good workbench to use as well. Painters need somewhere to place and secure the canvases they’re painting on. Sculptors need a secure place to try out experiments in molding bits of clay or other materials. Plus, artists may just need a good spot where they can sit down and make a quick sketch.
• Medical Schools and Hospitals:
  Doctors, radiologists, and other medical technicians and personnel will frequently find themselves examining things like patient x-rays and medical files. The importance of a reliable workbench or light table to either help organize these things or provide them better visibility at the moment should not be underestimated.

As mentioned, however, this is only a small sample of the kinds of places where you might expect to find the humble workbench.

RDM specializes in custom workbench design, so we can supply you with manufacturer-direct, industrial-quality products, no matter what your specific needs. Here are just some of the different kinds of benches we can create for you.

Key Types of Industrial Workbenches

Workbenches are far from uniform. There is an enormous number of different kinds of them. Here are just a few of the types that RDM can manufacture for you and for your lab or business:

• Computer LAN Workstations:
  Labs often require the cataloging of large amounts of data. Hospitals need to have their patients’ medical data on hand. All of these require computers connected to a Local Area Network. Workstations with computers can be set up to efficiently handle this kind of work.
• Steel Tables and Workstations:
  When wood just won’t do, there’s always stainless steel. Many such tables are often corrosion-resistant, which is useful when working with dangerous chemicals. They can be built with or without wheels or casters. Depending on whether mobility is required. Some models may include overhead racks.
• Ergonomic Tables:
  These are all designed with worker ease and comfort in mind. They are typically custom-designed according to a worker’s height or maybe height-adjustable. The surface is made so that every part is easily within reach.
• Light Tables:
  Light tables have specially designed fluorescent lights behind or underneath them which you can turn on to illuminate your work area. These are useful if you need a careful, up-close look at something.
• Packaging Workstations:
  Ideal for any kind of packing plant or shipment facility. These benches provide workers with a compact space in which to quickly package products and move them out toward customers.
• Laminar Flow Workstations:
  These are critically important precision tools. Scientific researchers typically use laminar flow hoods when they must work with some kind of dangerous material. The hood encloses the material in glass or acrylic and allows researchers to stoop in from one side and do their work. To make this work possible, there is also an associated workbench.

This list is far from exhaustive. We recommend having a look at all of our many types of industrial work tables.

RDM’s Commitment to Custom Design Workbenches

Even within each of the different types of workbenches we’ve mentioned, there is still further diversity. Our dedication to custom workbench design means that we strive to specially design each product for the particular needs of each individual customer. Here are just some of the different workbench features and accessories that we can tack on if you need them:

• Overhead Equipment Racks:
  We can include all kinds of overhead equipment racks with our workstations so that you can hang important tools and keep them within reach. This is especially true of our stainless steel workbenches.
• Height Adjustment:
  Taller workers will need taller benches, and shorter workers will need shorter ones. Thankfully, since many of our benches can be made height-adjustable, they need not be one-size-fits-all.
• Wheels:
  If you need a cart or bench to be mobile so that you can put something on it and transport it across the lab or other work area, we can attach wheels to your bench.
• Tilting:
  A bench whose table-top can be tilted and adjusted may be extremely useful in some circumstances. Especially to artists who are sketching or painting or to engineers examining plans.
• Computer Accessories:
  Various computer accessories are available to make the life of anyone sitting at a computer easier. These include things like monitor stands and keyboard trays.
• Storage Accessories:
  If you need space to store things and don’t want to leave the workstation to grab them, you can always get workbenches that come with storage cabinets or filing drawers.

Since we absolutely insist on custom workbench design, this is only a small sample of the accessories and additional features that we can add to your order.

Conclusion

RDM has over 40 years of experience creating factory-direct heavy duty workbenches and other industrial-grade laboratory furniture. And all of our products are proudly manufactured in the USA. Wherever you work and whatever you may need, we can get you just the right sort of benches to help you and those around you work at their best.

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But there’s more to a good workbench than just the bench itself. There is also a wide variety of different types of accessories that can be tacked on to every bench. Accessories help to improve functionality and allow researchers to do more concentrated work. RDM Industrial Products offers a great array of different workbench accessories and allows you to customize the workbenches in your lab in whatever way you need.

Adustable-Height ESD Workbench with Overhead Light / Accessory Boom

Whether your lab is dedicated to a specific sort of work that requires certain kinds of workbenches or whether each scientist on your team needs his own personalized combination of tools, we have you covered. Let’s have a look at some of the many different industrial-quality workbench accessories available.

Computer Accessories

Computers are indispensable laboratory tools. They log data, crunch numbers, and simplify all sorts of operations for a lab team. But sometimes, even relatively small computers can take up valuable space on a workbench. That space is essential for doing other kinds of work. Computer accessories for your workbench are generally meant to make life easier. Allowing you to access your computer while keeping it from dominating your workspace.

Some computer-based accessories include:

• Monitor stands: These typically consist of a robotic arm of some kind that holds your monitor in position and allows you to rotate manipulate it as needed. We also have rear post mounted options that offer greater stability.
• Keyboard trays: These can slide under your desk so that the keyboard doesn’t take up room on your workstations. If you want durability, we offer the option to have trays made of stainless steel.
• Rail Stands: These are like monitor stands, only instead of a robotic arm to which you can attach your monitor, you have a whole rack on which you might be able to put multiple items.

Storage Accessories

Labs cannot function without proper storage facilities. Important lab documents should be tucked away for safekeeping and easy access. Hazardous chemicals should be stored in an area where they can be sure not to wreak havoc or endanger the health and safety of lab workers. Tools integral to everyday operations of an industrial or research lab should be stored in convenient locations and kept close at hand. RDM thus offers your lab or industrial workspace, a large number of different storage solutions.

Here are just a few storage accessories:

• Base Cabinets: When you add base cabinets to your workbench, it becomes an all-in-one workstation and storage facility. Adding on something as simple as a few base cabinets can thus noticeably expand your researcher’s capabilities while at work. We offer customized cabinets made of stainless steel, phenolic and chemical-resistant trespa, among other materials. For those working with dangerous substances, we can also make your workstation base cabinets flame-resistant.
• Other Kinds of Cabinets: In addition to the base cabinets that come attached to many of our laboratory workbenches, you can also hang cabinets on the wall above your workstation or on a nearby wall to put more crucial lab items at your fingertips as you work. Large, walk-in cabinets are also available for storing larger items. As with base cabinets, we are able to customize these other cabinets. We can make them according to your exact specifications, using materials various materials, and giving them chemical or flame-resistant properties.
• File Drawers: We make durable and reliable file cabinets. Some with sliding drawers so that important mail as well as crucial laboratory paperwork is sent to or keep where it needs to be. If you desire added durability, we can make these out of metal.
• Shelves: A simple overhead shelf might be just what’s needed to keep things in a convenient place as you work. Similarly, a shelf underneath your workbench may be just as useful, especially if you need a place to keep a desktop computer. We offer custom shelving of many kinds.
• Tool Racks: Lab researchers regularly use all kinds of equipment throughout the day, but keeping everything right on their work counters, or even in the base or overhead cabinets, will tend to clutter things up. To help prevent that from happening we offer tool racks and pegboards on which to keep heavier and more cumbersome tools.

What we’ve said here only scratches the surface of the full range of different storage options available. We encourage you to check out some of our industrial-quality and factory-direct custom workbench accessories to help meet your lab’s storage needs.

Power and Lighting

For most industrial workbenches, some kind of lighting fixture is a standard feature. When working with chemicals and attempting to facilitate reactions, it’s important to get the dosages of everything just right, and proper lighting is crucial to accomplishing that. Thus, most workbenches come included with either fluorescent or LED lights of some kind.

If you want to modify or customize your workbench lighting, however, RDM has you covered. We not only offer overhead lighting fixtures for workbenches which hold either fluorescent or halogen bulbs but also sell smaller inspection lamps that you can attach to a post on your workbench and then drag and twist around as necessary to bring light to just the spots where you need it.

Of course, without a nearby power source, you can’t have the lighting you need. You can thus have manufacturer-direct workbenches created that come with long power strips which are about 4 feet long. The strip allows you to plug in your lights, your computer, and whatever devices you need right at the workstation.

Miscellaneous Accessories

We also manufacture a wide range of other kinds of standard workbench accessories. These accessories help improve the comforting efficiency of your lab workers, including:

• Table lifts and risers that allow workbenches to accommodate researchers of various heights. Both when they are standing up and when they are sitting down.
• Footrests are a great addition, for when lab workers get tired.
• Caster wheels that we can attach to workbenches to make them mobile.

RMD Industrial Products has 37 years of experience creating quality-designed lab equipment and industrial furniture. And, RDM products and accessories are proudly manufactured in the USA. To make your workbenches the best that they be, let us help you customize them. You can customize your workbenches with whatever combinations of accessories you desire. Take a look at the rest of our many standard workbench accessories.

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We’ve often been asked:

Are RDM science lab tables and workbenches safe for use with chemicals?”

The short answer is Yes.

However, you’ll want to choose the right tabletop material for the best resistance.

Polyurethane Painted Metal

Polyurethane coating is suitable for use in labs and industrial settings due to its excellent chemical resistance. As a highly versatile material, the chemical resistance of polyurethane largely depends on its formulation and application. RDM’s polyurethane painted metal tables are formulated to withstand short-term chemical splashes.

We suggest cleaning and drying the spot as quickly as possible. Failing to wipe away any chemical can wear down the polyurethane and lead to lasting damage. Essentially, you shouldn’t have to worry about catastrophic reactions. However, it’s important to note, long-term exposure can wear down the polyurethane, leaving the underlying material exposed. All things considered, it’s definitely a suitable material for most labs. Just as long as you are sure the table can be quickly cleaned and dried if spills do occur.

For comparison, polyurethane painted metal is as resistant as a powder coating. Those with extensive lab experience will understand how reliable this is. You can expect minimal to no reaction to most acids and corrosives. Those that do produce a reaction are small and easily manageable. As long as you can clean the table quickly we suggest this type of table for your lab.

Solid Phenolic

Phenolic resin is one of the most chemically-resistant materials available. It’s often used in a variety of labs and industrial applications. It’s also commonly used in public bathrooms for durable and resistant partitions. This is made by applying phenolic resin to multiple layers of material and then pressing them into the desired shape. In this case, crafting a lab table for your needs.

Solid phenolic is a highly resistant material ideal for use with chemicals and heat. While we still suggest cleaning and drying the area quickly to avoid long-term damage, phenolic resin is capable of withstanding corrosive exposure with minimal effects. It’s an ideal material for lab use where corrosives are the norm. This science lab table top material can be applied to many of our tables. It’s common to find these science lab tables used in industrial settings where the highest resistance is needed against acids, corrosives, and strong chemicals in general.

Epoxy Resin

Cured epoxy resins are one of the most resistant lab tabletop materials available and can withstand a wide range of different corrosives and chemicals. It achieves high ratings in chemical resistance tests and often minimally reacts or has no reaction at all to even harsh corrosives that quickly destroy other materials. As a nonporous material that can be easily applied to most surfaces, we can use this as a top layer coating on most of our tables. You’ll find it as an option for nearly all of our lab tables and workbenches.

Epoxy resin can withstand many different corrosives, but it’s uniquely suited for alkaline chemicals. That’s not to say it’s weak against acids. It’s highly resistant to both, but you’ll see it shine brightest against harsh alkaline chemicals. We recommend this top material for industrial labs where most projects involve corrosives. This will give you a table that will withstand many spills.

Laminated Wood

Laminated wood is surprisingly resistant to chemicals and would be incredible for home use. While it’s not the hardiest material for an industrial lab, it does provide light-duty resistance against a wide range of corrosive chemicals and is an affordable option where corrosives are used sometimes or rarely.

Much like with a polyurethane coating, we suggest cleaning and drying any spots as quickly as possible to avoid damage. As long as the laminate coating is well maintained, then chemicals like mineral acids and organic acids will have little effect. Long-term exposure can wear down the coating, so be sure to care for it and this table should last a long time. For extra protection, we have provided a solid phenolic backer on the underside for even more chemical resistance and industrial viability.

RDM Science Lab Tables Are a Great Choice…

RDM science lab tables and workbenches are safe to use with chemicals and are resistant to many acids, corrosive materials, and other chemicals that wear through other table materials. Picking the right material is essential to achieving the level of protection you need. Laminated wood is ideal for home or school use with some limited industrial lab use as long as you are careful.

Polyurethane is very resistant, but be sure to clean any spills quickly to maintain the table’s integrity. A solid phenolic table or epoxy resin are both uniquely suited for harsh industrial chemicals. Both resist strong acids and alkaline chemicals. Find out more about these top layers by looking through our catalog of industrial lab tables.

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You can find variables in workbenches. It is a tedious task to pick the right one for your workplace requirements. But by evaluating your requirements, you can choose the most suitable workbench for your needs.

Here are some facts to consider:

The Right Size

The size of your workbench must be suitable for your office space. The right size that fits the space as well as supports the required tools and accessories, is the best option to maintain proper workflow. If the workbench is too much wide or uncomfortably small, it cannot promote smooth workflow. So, along with the style and design, you should evaluate the dimensions while buying workbenches. Remember, you should select the workbenches of similar dimension to ensure the correct fit.

Stability and Sustainability

Important project works are done on the workbenches that require precision. To ensure the precision of work, you need to go for the workbenches that offer stability enough. If the workbench is not stable on the ground and shakes all over the place, there are chances of errors. Besides stability, you should look for the quality of the material. A well-designed workbench made of quality material tends to last for long.

Mobility of Workbench

Most of the industrial workplaces do not need to move workbenches. However, a few workplaces often need to move equipment due to space limitations. A stationary workbench is not the ideal one for such a requirement. Instead, you should go for workbenches that contain wheels and handles so that you can move it easily.

Height Adjustability

Workbenches come in various styles and configurations. You can find both fixed height and adjustable height. You can choose any of these, as per your requirement. If several people use the same workbench at your workplace, it is better to opt for the adjustable height workbench. Besides, by purchasing adjustable height tables, you can enable the employees to get more flexible and ergonomic work environment.

Storage Options

A standard workbench is a useful addition to your lab or office. If you need to store some items essential for your work, a workbench that has in-built storage option is probably the best option for you. Workbench with in-built storage is also a beneficial choice if you have a small space.

Compatibility with Accessories

Workplaces often require several accessories to use in order to ensure the ease of working. If you need to use such accessories, you should select the workbench that is compatible with all the essential accessories. While buying the workbench, you should make sure that it will be compatible with the type and size of the accessories you need.

Additional Factors

Apart from the size of the workbench, you should also consider the material it is made of. For an industrial workspace, a stainless steel workbench is always beneficial. It can serve as a heavy-duty workbench and can withstand tough working environments. Besides, such heavy-duty workbench has the ability to carry the weight of heavy tools and equipment. On the other hand, the vibration-damping workbench is the most suitable option if you need to use a lot of machinery in the workplace. It can protect your employees in such a working condition. A wood frame workbench is considered as necessary for the work surface for a workshop.

By considering these factors, you can easily find the right kind of workbench for the requirements of your workplace. A purposeful workbench will help you improve the overall efficiency and productivity of the workplace.

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When purchasing an industrial workbench, you will need to first and foremost evaluate your needs. This will help you easily look for models that cater to your expectations and workflow needs. Some of the basic things that you need to consider include the durability of the workbench surface, load capacity, the type of frame and also factors like the mobility of the workbench. You should also think about the requirements that may need to be accommodated in the future.

Things You Should Look for in an Industrial Workbench

1. Longevity and stability – Regardless of the kind of workbench you are buying, you should always look for models that will offer a stable performance after installation. Industrial and laboratory workplaces are characterized by projects that demand high levels of precision. The workbenches need to be steady and not shaky to facilitate this. You should also check the quality of the workbench material and its design so that you know it can offer durability and last for several years.
2. Compatibility with Accessories – Workbenches often need to have several accessories to ensure ease of working. You should select such a workbench that is compatible with all your favorite workbench accessories. When buying a laboratory workbench, you should select the type and size of accessories and ensure that the workbench models are compatible with it.
3. Height Adjustability – Workbenches are available in both configurations – fixed height and adjustable height. If you do not have to adjust the height of the workbench, you can opt for a fixed height workbench. However, if multiple people use the workbench, you should consider an adjustable height workbench. The ability to alter the surface height makes the workbench flexible and provides proper ergonomics for the workers.
4. Mobility of the Workbench – In most industrial workplaces, the workbenches do not need to be repositioned or moved. However, one often needs to have mobile workbenches for moving equipment, combatting space limitations or for presentations. A stationary workbench will not serve the purpose in such a case. You should opt for workbenches with wheels and handles that can help you move the workbench around easily.
5. Consideration of Storage Possibilities – A workbench does not need to strictly be a work surface. It can be used flexibly to serve other purposes too. You can easily combine storage options with your workbench for packing materials, tools, stationery, and other items. This will facilitate easy access to these items whilst the employees are working. You can opt for built-in storage, overhead shelving or any other compatible storage solution.
6. Other Considerations – The size of the workbench and its material are some of the basic things that you must take into consideration. A stainless steel workbench is always beneficial in the industrial space as it serves as a heavy-duty workbench that can withstand the tough working conditions and carry the weight of heavy equipment easily. If you utilize a lot of machinery in the workplace, you should think about a vibration-damping workbench for the protection of your employees. If you are looking for a work surface for a workshop, you can also consider a wood frame workbench.

Keeping all these tips in mind, you will have an easier task of finding the right workbench for your workplace needs. A quality and useful workbench will help in enhancing the productivity of your workplace.

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A pre-requisite to setting up a functional and productive workspace is using the right industrial tables. Functional, sturdy and durable industrial workbenches and tables are essential to provide a platform to support the work. However, buying the right furniture for your workplace is not an easy task. There are certain things that one must follow and remember to set up the workplace properly and safely.

To help you find the best industrial worktable, here are somethings that you should keep in mind:

Conduct Thorough Research:

When looking for industrial furniture, you must have a clear idea of exactly what you need to make the right choice. If you do not do thorough research, you might end up spending quite some money on industrial furniture that does not contribute to the productivity or efficiency of the workplace. So, it is always wise to determine the specific roles of each industrial tables and workbenches. If you are going to be using heavy equipment, you should pick a heavy-duty workbench. Alternatively, for general work, a stainless steel workbench that can stand the harsh environment will prove just right.

Determine Your Budget:

When you buy industrial furniture, you are making an investment that you would expect to last for a long time. For this, you must have a good budget so that you do not have to compromise on the quality of the furniture. This will also ensure that you do not have to skip a piece of furniture that you like a lot of miss out on some good features.

Choosing Any Manufacturer:

Always remember that the furniture manufacturer you are dealing with will play a huge role in determining the quality and effectiveness of the industrial tables you buy. So, you should always choose reputed and reliable furniture manufacturers that have experience and expertise in the field of industrial furniture. This will ensure that your investment is in the correct place.

Consider Your Options:

When choosing furniture, always remember the layout of the space. Find industrial workbenches that fit the dimensional requirements and the layout. In some cases, you might find that a different table can suit varied requirements. For example, if you are limited by space, a stainless steel work bench with storage shelves will allow you to serve a dual purpose. Similarly, heavy-duty workbenches with height adjustability can be used by different people easily.

Never Compromise Quality for Price:

While there is no doubt that price is an important aspect to consider when choosing industrial furniture; it shouldn’t be the only one. You should make quality and functionality your utmost priority when choosing industrial tables. Otherwise, you will have to incur huge expenditure on its maintenance and repairs. The table might also have a short life span. This will ultimately prove to be expensive in the long run.

These are some simple things that you should remember and follow when buying industrial furniture to set up a new workplace. With the right furniture and a good layout, you will be able to have a functional and productive workplace.

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Tools and Projects

One of the biggest considerations should be the weight of your tools and projects. If you’re working with a handheld drill and screwdriver, then you probably don’t need a heavy duty bench. Projects that are light, or ones that don’t require heavy materials to stay on the table for extended periods of time, are usually best suited for lighter tables.

 You’ll need a heavy duty work bench if you are using powerful and heavy tools along with heavy materials and parts. Be sure to check the maximum weight of the industrial workbench to ensure that it can accommodate your needs. These tables can typically hold hundreds to thousands of pounds, so they should be fine for the largest home projects.

Stronger Tools

Aside from the weight, you must also consider the strength of your tools and how much force they exert on the workbench. Handheld drills and manual saws won’t put much pressure on the table, so it should remain stable while you’re working. Larger power saws will likely make lighter tables shake around during use and may even lead to damage to your project or the table itself.

 A heavy duty table is meant for abuse. The additional weight will also ensure that the workbench will remain in place while you’re using your strongest tools. Heavier tables are also ideal if you’re working with chemicals as there’s a lower chance that you’ll cause significant damage to the thicker material.

Additional Modifications

You may need a heavier workbench if you’re looking for additional modification. For example, adding numerous drawers, a vice grip and large risers may be too much for a regular workbench. They can topple over or start to bend under the extra weight. Heavy duty units are capable of taking a lot more, meaning that you can add whatever you want to the table without worry.

 Just be sure to abide by the table’s maximum weight. If you add too much, then the unit will still have structural problems, but it’s usually hard to cause damage to these heavier workbenches.

 Due to these additional modifications, these benches tend to be more ergonomic. Instead of reaching for tools or looking throughout your garage for the right item, everything is right there and ready for you.

Durability

If you’re worried about durability, then there’s nothing better than a heavy duty table. These workbenches can take so much extra abuse, plus the material is thicker and shouldn’t crack under normal conditions.

 You want to protect your investment, and the only way to do that is to ensure that the workbench can take your project’s needs. While a normal workbench may be enough, you can have some extra assurance with a heavy duty unit. These things are made to last and likely won’t need to be replaced if you treat it right.

Conclusion

A heavy duty work bench isn’t always necessary, but it’s best if your projects or tools are very heavy, you value durability or you want additional modifications on your workbench. While these units are more expensive, they also last much longer and often have more features. If you’re serious about your projects, then definitely consider a heavy duty bench.

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What you should know, however, is that not every option is as good as it may seem at first glance! Thus, for that reason, you need to know the qualities that indicate well-made work benches. Then, you can ensure that you choose only the best benches for your needs.

Made for Stability and Longevity

 Whether you’re buying standard workbenches or the most high-tech things you can find, the fact remains that you absolutely need to go for workbench models that will be stable once installed.

After all, when you’re working on important projects that require precision, you can’t have your workbench shaking all over the place! In addition to stability, you, of course, also want an industrial workbench that is well-designed and built to last so that you can get several years of good use out of it!

Compatible with Your Workbench Accessories

 When you purchase a laboratory workbench, you want to ensure that it will be compatible and useful with all of your favorite workbench accessories. There is nothing worse than buying work benches…only to find out they are not compatible with your favorite and most-used items.

To avoid this problem, know what brand, size, and type your main accessories are and then be sure they will work with particular workbench models before you buy.

Built-in Storage Options

 While standard workbenches can be a nice addition to any lab, due to their simplicity and low price tags, you will often want a few “extras” in your workbench! One of those extras that you will probably want to look for is built-in storage space.

Even the very best benches are going to take up a lot of space in your lab, so it’s smart if you can use them to store some of your goods and materials safely. As such, be sure to look for a workbench that has built-in storage, especially if you’re working with a small lab space!

The Right Size

 It may sound a bit simplistic, but you will definitely want to ensure that your workbench is the right size for you and your needs. After all, there is nothing more frustrating than getting a bench situated…only to discover that it’s uncomfortably short or much too wide.

A good rule of thumb is to find a work bench you like and find comfortable, to take its dimensions, and then to look for similar dimensions in all of the benches that you buy to ensure a comfortable, correct fit.

If you can keep these useful tips in mind, then there is no reason that you can’t find the best possible workbench for your needs and purposes. So, start shopping, especially now that you know exactly what to look for!

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