Heavy Duty Metal Workbenches

Optimising workstation functionality may prove difficult without well-chosen accessories that increase usability. When a workstation is well planned and well-equipped, workflow becomes easier and more efficient, improving ergonomics and making it easier to keep tools in place. The heavy-duty workbenches have a capacity of 750 kg.

hdb distinctive workbenches

‘Workshop’ benches are designed for the most demanding use and environments. Mechanical workshops, garages and heavy industry are environments where chemicals, heavy loads, and strenuous use necessitate robustness. These workbenches are very durable and withstand the toughest conditions.

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There is a wide range of accessories available.
The Workshop bench is guaranteed for regular use with loads up to 750 kg.

HDB Examples

example workbenches hdb

With so many choices these benches can be designed for specific requirements.

hdb bench schematics

Select the appropriate bench top: steel, vinyl or wood.
Select a support for both ends of the bench top: adjustable or fixed leg or a drawer unit. Legs with castors are also available
Use a spacer bar to stabilise the bench.
An accessory frame can be used instead of a spacer bar if upright tubes are specified.

Four types of Worktops

Steel Top

• Steel top 1.5 mm
• Epoxy powder coated dark-grey surface
• Grey plastic ends
• Plywood and chipboard core
• Threaded bushings for fixing legs and drawer units
• 3 mm steel top available on request
• Thickness 50 mm

Vinyl Top with Steel Edges

• Vinyl top
• Grey vinyl surface
• Galvanized steel front edge
• Plywood and chipboard core
• Threaded bushings for fixing legs and drawer units
• Thickness 50 mm

Vinyl Top with Plastic Edges

• Vinyl top
• Grey vinyl surface
• Grey plastic edging
• Plywood and chipboard core
• Threaded bushings for fixing legs and drawer units
• Thickness 50 mm

Wooden Top

• Beech multiplex, treated with linseed oil
• Pre-drilled holes for fixing legs and drawer units
• Thickness 40 mm

With a multitude of modular accessories your heavy-duty workbenches can be as distinctive as you need. Images below show optional lower shelves and castors so that the workbench can be moved to where it is needed.

hdb bench with lower shelves

hdb bench with castors

Workbenches Online Shop

Workbenches perfect for assembly of small components especially for the electronics and packing industries. They’re also very popular at manufacturing sites as well as workshops, garages and yards. There are a number of sizes available and choice of worktops, which include Grey Laminate, ESD (Antistatic), Stainless Steel, Steel, Solid Wood, MDF and Black Rubber over Steel. Also available as Mobile units and workbenches with storage underneath as well. The uniformly distributed load (UDL) is up to 500kg for each workbench. The standard height is 840mm, 865mm or 915mm. We also have some great packing benches available in two different styles, which are complete with lower bubble wrap dispenser and upper paper roll dispenser.