There are many different types of workbenches available for varied usage. This includes industrial workbenches. If you’re in need of some organization, tool space, and/or work space, these are the key types of industrial workbenches you’ll find on the market. No matter your work application, there is something out there to fit your needs. Be sure to research the options and choose the right type of workbench to best suit your industrial work application needs.
Adjustable Height Industrial Workbench
This is a very popular type of workbench among many industries, as it can be raised or lowered for a custom fit. This is ideal for those who might be completing multiple task types. But it’s also useful if the workbench might be moved around or will be placed in an area in which other items might be moved frequently. This way, the bench will always fit the area properly. Adjustable height industrial workbenches come in manual styles, hand crank styles, electric motors, and more.
Standard Flat Top Workbench
A standard flat top workbench is one of the most popular styles. These can be stationary, rolling, or even adjustable. Some may have lower cross members, have four legs only, or contain six legs (including heavy duty models). Table surface may be stainless steel, solid wood (butcher block), plastic laminate, static-resistant, chemical resistant, and more. Depending on your usage, some may be easier to work with than others. Be sure to choose the best surface for the intended work application. Weight capacities are generally high to accommodate heavy work tools and other high weight workloads.
Tech Benches with Upper Shelving
Tech benches are useful to those who will need outlets and other electronic accessories on their industrial workbench. The most popular of these options is a tech bench with lower cross members and upper shelving. They also may come with four legs only, six or more legs (also in heavy duty), multiple upper shelves, or in a deluxe model with an overhead light boom and many other accessories. Which is chosen will greatly depend on the intended usage. These are often used for seated desk-style tables. However, they can also come in other heights, including adjustable.
Work Benches with Recessed Front Legs
This style is often used in environments where unobstructed leg movement is required or where heavy chair use is present. Recessed front leg workbenches typically have a heavier load capacity than some other styles. They may come in tech bench styles and/or flat top table designs. Electro-polished stainless steel is one of the most popular surface choices for a recessed front leg workbench. These are great choices for working with power tools and other equipment that is typically on the heavier side.
Other Workbench Options
Industrial workbench products are not limited to the options above. Another choice may be an equipment rack workstation. Others might choose a flow rack workstation, laminar flow workbench, computer LAN/WAN workbench, shipping/packaging workbench, double-sided workbench, and so on. There are many more options available (including customized ones), due to the varied needs of multiple industries. It helps to talk with a supplier.
Choosing The Right Workbench
As mentioned above, it’s best to discuss your needs with a professional supplier to find out which choice is best for your particular industrial usage. Many suppliers can customize any of the standard options to better fit your usage or find an existing option that will suit you or your company’s needs. Consider tool usage, possible chemical usage, the average height of persons using the workbench, and whether they will be standing or seated when using it.