In order to choose such a universal device as a bench workbench, it is worth deciding on its appearance. It depends on the nature of the work to be done on the device. Consider the varieties and criteria for choosing workbenches. Joiner's workbench is useful to those workers who plan to work only with wood. If not only wooden parts, but also metal ones will be processed on it, then it is better to purchase a universal device designed for different types of work.
What is a bench workbench?
Workbenches are a special table on which various locksmithing works are performed . It is durable, heavy, stable, as it is designed to perform heavy work. It is important that he does not move, does not stagger and does not bend.
The price of a bench work bench depends on its variety and the types of work that can be done on it. In order to prevent damage and premature wear of the device, its surface, that is, the desktop, is covered with a sheet of plywood, hardwood, a sheet of iron or aluminum. On the edges of the lid there are edges to prevent small parts or tools from sliding off the table.
The device also has drawers in which you can put all the tools necessary for carrying out locksmithing. The number of boxes depends on the model of the device, but at least there should be two. It can be either open or closed shelves. They are strong enough, can withstand weight up to 35 kg and can be locked for safety of tools.
Purpose and types of work
Locksmith metal workbenches perform many diverse functions. This can be a universal device that is used in large industries and performs many different tasks. In small production or in car repair shops, workbenches small in size and function are installed.
Types of work that can be done on a workbench:
- markup;
- dissection;
- drilling;
- engraving;
- riveting;
- thread cutting.
Depending on the type of work required, a machine is selected. Regardless of the functions, they have served for more than a dozen years.
Does the household need a workbench?
The prices of metal workbenches differ depending on the type of device and its functions. For a household or a small workshop, you need a simple installation that copes well with one or more types of work.
Most often, this is a metal stand, which is covered with a sheet of hardwood and may be needed even when repairing indoors. On such a device, it is possible to make measurements, fix, collect materials and perform other work as necessary. Workbench is quite reliable, stable, strong and durable. In addition, in the nightstand you can store all the necessary tools that are needed to carry out the work. In order to choose a suitable machine for home use, it is worth determining the presence of free space in the room where it will be installed.
Types of devices
Workbenches are of the following types:
- Single The most convenient for small production or home use. The standard length of such devices is up to 1500 mm, and the width is up to 800 mm.
- Multi-seat. These are large machines on which several people can work at once. Their length is up to 3500 mm, and their width is up to 800 mm.
The disadvantages of multi-seat metal workbenches are that if one worker performs the exact job of marking, and the second saws, cuts or engages in marking the threads, the whole installation is shaking. Therefore, most often, even in large-scale production, several single-seat machines are selected in order to produce several works of various types at the same time.
There are also single mobile units, if you want to work in different rooms. They are small in size and can handle a certain type of work.
How to choose a suitable device?
As mentioned above, in order to choose a bench, it is worth determining the presence of free space where the device will be installed. Having decided on the place, it is worth calculating the necessary dimensions of the workbench. If there is a lot of space, or the production is large, then you can take a device with a wide countertop and several curbstones, one of which will be mobile - for urgent work in another room.
Multi-seat machines are not very popular when you need to produce several different jobs at the same time. But if one type of work is planned on a particular device, then you can choose a multi-seat option, which will not only save space, but will also be cheaper in cost than several machines at once. There are also workbenches without a cabinet, but then the tools should be stored in a different room, separate from the workbench, which is not very convenient.