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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We have over 40 years of experience supplying laboratory and industrial equipment to all types of workplaces. Ranging from biotechnology labs to electronic assembly plants. Another reason to work with RDM Industrial Products is that all of our industrial furniture is designed and manufactured in the USA.

What Types Of Adjustable Workstations and Tables Do We Offer?

RDM Ergonomic Adjustable Workstation – Model RDM-i-107P-BOOM

We offer a whole slew of tables and workstations with many different adjustability options that add to its capabilities. At RDM we have tables that are specially designed for drafting and other types of engineering work. They come ready with the features needed to be productive in those specialized working environments. We also allow you to customize your adjustable workstations and tables with options such as height adjustability, a tilting top, or even a backlit surface. All of these table types have their use cases, and we can help you pick out the stations that best fit your line of work.

For Drafting & Engineering Tables – Tilt-Top Surfaces Are Key!

Drafting Tables

Drafting tables are the ideal workstations if you need a place to make accurate blueprints or draft up a sketch or two. Most drafting tables have a perfectly flat drawing surface with a tilt-top design. Tilt-top tables allow you to get into a more ergonomic drawing position, which will increase comfort and reduce the risk of injuries. Having a tilt-top drafting table also allows many drafters to use the same workstation, as they can all adjust it to their preferred drawing angle.

We also offer a form of drafting table called a light table. Light tables come with a backlit surface that illuminates everything that is placed onto the working surface. The backlighting helps to highlight small details in drafts or blueprints, which will cut down on your worker’s eye strain as they are drawing or drafting. Backlighting also allows for easy transfers of information from one project to another. Especially if you make use of any tracing medium. Most light tables light up the entire drafting surface, but we also offer models that allow you to customize the drafting surface that is illuminated.

When it comes to outfitting your workspace with drafting & engineering tables – tilt-top surfaces with varied light options are key factors to consider.

Engineering Tables

Our engineering tables are similar to our drafting stations, but they are more focused on practicality. Engineering tables usually have added drawers for storage. They often have shelve or racks mounted above the working surface too. Some engineering stations have tilting tops, like our drafting stations. But the tilting surface is much smaller than what you will find on the drawing-focused counterpart. At RDM, we allow you to customize nearly every aspect of your tilt-top tables. That includes using multiple materials for the different work surfaces.

Another key difference for engineering workstations is that they typically don’t use a backlight for illumination. Most of our engineering stations can be outfitted with an overhead lighting setup that allows for a brighter working environment. Overhead lighting is preferable for engineering work, as you will most likely need to illuminate more than just documents on the table.

Workbenches

RDM Workbenches are the ideal workstation if you need a rigid working environment that you don’t plan on moving often. Workbenches are typically larger than our drafting and engineering stations, which makes them ideal for group projects. They can be outfitted with all sorts of storage like drawers and shelves to help increase the practicality of your workplace.

Customizability of Your Adjustable Workstations

One of the best reasons to work with RDM for all your industrial furniture needs is that we use a factory-direct approach. This allows you to easily customize any equipment we offer to better fit your working environment. Two of the biggest factors to consider when customizing your industrial equipment is if you want it to be mobile, and how many people will be using it.

Mobility:

Adding mobility to your equipment is easy and cost-effective. We use industrial-grade casters to add mobility to the furniture we offer. Adding mobility allows you to move your equipment from one working space to another with little to no hassle.

Height Adjustability:

Having the option of height adjustability is a great option to consider. Especially if you are planning on ordering a shared station. This will allow all of your workers to be as comfortable as possible, no matter how tall or short they are. Having an adjustable height station allows you to change the use of the station depending on what you need at the time. Some workers may prefer a sitting station, while others may swear by the health benefits of a standing station. An adjustable station allows you to appease both types of workers.

Work Surface Options:

One of the biggest ways we allow you to customize your equipment, is by allowing you to choose what kind of work surface your equipment will be outfitted with. Some of our most popular options include plastic laminate, chemical resistant, ESD / static-control, solid surface, solid wood, and stainless steel. Our team of experts can help you decide which of these work surfaces best fits your line of work. Some of our stations can even be had with multiple different surface materials. This is ideal if you are looking for a station that will serve many different functions in your workplace.

To get the full list of industrial furniture we offer at RDM, you can reach out to our team of experts. They can help you with every aspect of picking out your quality-designed industrial workplace furniture. They can even help you design any industrial furniture you may need with custom dimensions.

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Rather than buying tons of lab equipment of all different kinds, heights and sizes. Getting height adjustable workstations and other adjustable lab furniture can give you the versatility you need and help save you some money. RDM Industrial Products custom-designs a wide range of versatile adjustable workstation solutions and ergonomic laboratory furniture to meet your needs. And all of our products are proudly manufactured in the USA.

Let’s have a look at some of our height adjustable workstations and other ergonomic furniture categories, to give you a taste of what we have to offer.

Adjustable Workstations & Tables

RDM Lift Table – Model RDM-ES-107P-SSTOP-CSTR-01

A lab table, workbench or workstation is every scientist’s and lab worker’s bread and butter. It’s where virtually all the important work is done and where nearly every major tool or chemical is handled. It’s therefore crucial to get these made right.

Thankfully, we have an enormous amount of different models to choose from here – large and small, square and rectangular, L-shaped and i-framed, with racks or shelves and without. We even have models that come with platform lifts to bring researchers up above their workstations to the appropriate degrees.

The major adjustable feature for most of these models, however, is height. By means of anything from a manual hand crank, to adjustable legs with pins, to an electric crank. You can toggle and play with the height of our workbenches until they’re at the optimal height to allow you to do your best work. We can even install a hydraulic lift into certain special and multipurpose models like the A-107P, the LA-107P and the P-107P-HYD Ergonomic Workstation. Any of these options are open to you because all of our models are manufacturer-direct and custom-designed.

Lastly, we manufacture a series of different light tables to help illuminate your lab work. Adjustability here pertains to the lift, height and tilt of the table surface.

Have a look at all of our many adjustable workstations, tables and workbenches here.

Ergonomic Chairs

Every quality adjustable workstation, should have a corresponding ergonomic chair. Chairs are a simple, but critical piece of lab furniture. A good chair can mean the difference for a lab researcher between sitting for hours, hunched and cramped in discomfort and misery and having a breezy and efficient day at work.

To keep things humming along and your staff comfortable, we manufacture a variety of different ergonomic X-chairs and stools with adjustable seating heights, frames and arm rests. These fall into three main series:

• The Standard Series: The chairs in this series are ordinary but comfortable chairs with small back rests, tube steel bases, adjustable heights and foot rings. They are ideal for high work surfaces that measure 34 inches or more off the ground.

• The Pro-Duty Series: The chairs here have seats and back rests that are similar to those in the Standard Series, but have adjustable arm rests and aluminum bases. Foot rings are optional and may be preferred for higher work surfaces measuring 34 inches or more off the ground. Otherwise, they are good for desks and workbenches that are between 28 and 32 inches high. The chairs are also mobile because they are on wheels.

• The Technical Series: The chairs in this grouping might be the gold standard in ergonomic chairs. Primarily, this is because they have much larger back rests than other models and are built for maximum comfort. They offer more customization options but have many of the same features as Standard and Pro-Duty Series chairs.

Have a glance at all of our ergonomic chairs here.

Carts

Carts are an imperative piece of laboratory and industrial furniture. It’s because they are a great way to quickly transport important tools, supplies and equipment to lab workers in a pinch. A cart can be as simple as a table or a rack on wheels. However, we have all other types of quality-designed models waiting for you. Including ones made of stainless steel, ones with built-in drawers or multiple shelves, and more. They can carry things virtually as high up or as down low as you need, and we even manufacture adjustable-height models for maximum versatility. We have peg boards, roll storage, panel racks, packaging and even large PCB storage carts for sale as well.

You can find all of our various cart models here.

Cabinets

Good, sturdy and reliable cabinets are indispensable to any lab. Laboratories and other industrial spaces often need a place to store potentially dangerous tools or hazardous chemicals. These items need to be kept out of reach when not directly in use, and adjustable cabinets fill the gap. Lab safety would be virtually impossible to guarantee without them. RDM manufactures and sells wooden, stainless steel, chemical-resistant, corrosion-resistant, flame-resistant and/or laminated cabinets. They are all easy to clean and can make great additions to your lab.

But even with this humble, simple and unassuming piece of laboratory furniture, RDM gives you the option to make adjustments. The primary adjustment open to you in this case is in the number of shelves to be found in each unit. Though doors and their specific features can also sometimes be adjusted. For instance, you can buy units with either swinging or sliding doors, and each door of this type can be made out of either metal or glass. Of course, you can also choose to have no doors at all.

Oh, and let’s not forget about making them mobile. Your carts can be equipped with industrial-duty casters with locking wheel & pivot capabilities. Of course we have other wheel/caster styles available too. Just let us know what you need.

Our units also come in an impressive range of sizes. Including, those that are small and easily hung on a wall to those that are tall and meant for more heavy-duty storage. Since everything we make is factory-direct and can be designed to your specifications, you can tailor every purchase to the specific conditions in your lab.

Conclusion

Ergonomic furniture isn’t just an optional luxury that you can either make part of your lab or not. After all, worker comfort doesn’t operate in a vacuum; it can have critical effects on productivity and efficiency, too. But beyond its benefits for staff comfort – adjustable workstations whether it be in laboratory furnishings or industrial furniture, has many other advantages as well. Not least of these lies in versatility and adaptability. If you can adjust workstations, chairs, carts and other equipment as things change, then you won’t need to spend as much to keep your lab in good working order.

With RDM’s quality-designed adjustable workstations and ergonomic furniture, you and your team will be ready for anything.

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Features of Industrial Heavy Duty Work Tables

Storage Options

Different storage configurations are available for a large workbench. Options include custom designed drawers, cabinets, shelves, and equipment racks. The colour, surface material, amount and positioning of these storage options are all customizable. By using a table-length shelf and placing it on the table surface or by positioning higher above, you’re making way to provide more surface workspace.  Shelves can be placed below the table as well. The depth of the shelves, drawers, and cabinets can also be custom designed.

Surface Options

Various surface options are available depending on the specific needs of the workplace. Surface options include chemical-resistant, fire-resistant and scratch-proof. An ESD/static-control surface is also available to protect workers from electric shock. If there are many large machines in the workplace that cause vibrations then a vibration damping surface may be a good choice. Additional surface options include plastic laminate, solid surface, electropolished, solid wood (butcher block), stainless steel, and cutting block.

Adjustability

Sometimes a large workbench might have to accommodate multiple workers and different types of tasks. In these situations it’s important to consider the different body types and workplace needs. For example, an adjustable workbench includes height adjustability. Simply raise the table with a manual hand crank, removable pins, or hydraulic lift motor. An adjustable workbench can also include an adjustable tilting surface. This feature is useful for tasks involving design, art, or planning.

RDM Heavy Duty Workbench – Model A-109P-HD-BBLK-CSTR

Portability

A portable heavy duty shop table has wheels and is useful for transporting equipment or objects. Adding wheels to any work table will allow for more diversity in the workplace. Enabling industrial tables to be physically moved around and thus used for many different purposes, instead of just one. These wheels, also known as heavy duty casters, can be locked to ensure the heavy duty shop table is stable and secure. Did you know that swivel wheels are also available, and can be combined with regular wheels for added stability and mobility.

Heavy Duty Work Table Designs

Your choice of industrial workbench design, will depend primarily on your space limitations, storage needs, and the type of tasks being performed. The design will also depend on how many people are using the table. At the most basic level is the standard workbench. This type of table is a simple four-legged rectangular table that comes with a durable steel frame. This model also includes a lower cross member, which is a steel bar along the bottom that can be used as a foot rest.

Some workplaces may require an over sized work bench.  The standard heavy duty work table/workbench includes six legs and is designed for very heavy loads (hence the name – heavy duty). The over sized work bench has a weight capacity of 1,000 pounds and can be extra long, including 9”0’ or greater. The standard model of the over sized work bench includes durable steel-frame construction with multiple cross member bars along the bottom for extra support.

The large workbench with recessed front legs provides the worker with unobstructed leg movement by positioning the supporting legs closer to the back. This type of workbench is also constructed with a durable steel frame and includes a lower cross member for added support and stability.

A two-way table design is also available and allows more than one person to sit at a table. This design is useful when working with limited floor space or if workers need to collaborate. Two-way tables often include extra features such as privacy chatter panels or leg space privacy shields. Alternatively, a longer table, or L-shaped table, can also accommodate more than one person.

There are many other styles of heavy duty work benches available. For more information, click here.

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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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Industrial workbenches and furniture pieces can be very viable investments, considering the durability and quality that they bring into the picture. After all, these are made of industrial strength materials, which means – they are built to last.

Before proceeding, however, it would be useful to know that purchasing furniture pieces – whether traditional or industrial – involves some details that need to be taken note of. Hence, it would be to your best interest if you’re able to know the different aspects of industrial furniture, in order to reap its benefits accordingly.

Why Choose Industrial Workbenches and Furniture Instead of Other Options?

Well, the answer to this question is really simple. It’s because this furniture type is more durable than all others.

Think about it: industrial workbenches, shelves, ergonomic chairs, lift tables and other custom furniture pieces are made of steel, wood and other high-quality materials – making them longer lasting compared to all other furniture types. Being so, they can be an excellent investment that you should seriously consider.

Take The Following Into Account When Making Industrial Furniture Purchases:

Of course, it doesn’t mean that since a particular seller is claiming that its furniture pieces are made of industrial-strength materials, that you should automatically believe them. To be sure, choose carefully and buy wisely. How? By taking into account the following details:

1. Manufacturer – reputable furniture manufacturers such as RDM industrial Products are quite careful with their brand and reputation. As it is, they will do what it takes to ensure that their current and prospective clients get only top-notch services – and nothing less.

2. Materials – as mentioned earlier, industrial workbenches and furniture pieces are made of industrial strength materials such as steel, wood and other very durable alloys. Accordingly, you will need to ensure that those industrial furniture pieces you’re intending to buy actually have the materials needed to ensure durability and longevity.

3. Price – this is an obvious choice. Try to look around and see what different sellers are offering. This will give you an idea as to the amount of money that you’ll need to shell out. Take note though: don’t base your decision on price alone. Quality is and will always have to be more important than price. Incidentally, RDM offers both affordability and high quality in all of its furniture pieces (see them for yourself).

4. Shipping – considering that industrial furniture is literally a “big” purchase – it would be useful if you have an idea with regards the shipping costs that a particular seller is offering. Again, this is an important factor that you should not leave unheeded (well, not unless you like bringing those bulky and heavy furniture pieces yourself).

RDM is a well known and respected furniture manufacturer with over 35 years of experience in the field. Offering a wide array of industrial furniture pieces for a variety of different uses – and we’re offering our expertise and ingenuity to interested parties. If you want to know more about the company and the products & services offered, please visit www.rdm-ind.com/ for details.

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Uses for Industrial Tables Featuring Integrated Lighting

When lighting is positioned within the tabletop, the entire work surface is illuminated from underneath this surface. The light source is housed in a box and distributed up through the surface of the table. This makes it possible to overlay architectural drawings for review or sketching, review X-rays, and inspect semi-transparent or transparent items directly on the table surface.

The customizable size of the lighted area is covered with frosted glass on the top surface. The remainder of the worktop can be covered in plastic laminate, a chemical-resistant solid surface, or one of several other materials. Fluorescent lighting is used to illuminate the table and a dimmable switch is provided so the worker can adjust illumination to the required level.

Sizes and Features of Customizable Light Tables

This lab furniture comes in a variety of configurations that increase its functionality. If the workspace will not accommodate a standard-sized table, a customized version can be designed. A lighted table featuring a lifting top makes standing work more comfortable. Small inspection carts with casters, light panels, and hydraulic lifts make work even more convenient because they can be repositioned as required.

Light tables provide illumination required to create drawings, analyze X-rays, and inspect products that feature a level of transparency. Customized designs make these furnishings movable and tiltable. A variety of surfaces and accessories are available, expanding the potential environments for use. When a task requires back-lit illumination for inspection or creation of a product, these tables deliver it without the need to install tabletop lighting.

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