Bench Tool Stands

I have a few bench tools that I previously had sitting on an old wobbly side table. I decided it was time to improve their stands for safety and usability reasons. Here are some pictures of the stand construction.

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Step 1: Bench Grinder - Top & Bottom Plates

For the bench grinder, the top and bottom of the stand were made from 1/4" plate with a few holes. Both plates were 6" x 8".

Step 2: Weld Plates to Tube

Here you can see the plates are now welded to the tube. The tube is 2-1/2" square tube w/ 1/8" wall.

Step 3: Drill Press Top

For the drill press, I decided to make a rectangular frame from angle iron.

Step 4: Drill Press Tube

To place the angle iron from on top of the tube, I made up a small 'platform' by using angle welded to the tube.

Step 5: Drill Press Finish

To add a bonus feature, I welded a couple of 'hooks' to store the drill press vice.

Step 6: Finished

Pained and Anchored.