(Part 2) Best material handling products according to redditors
We found 217 Reddit comments discussing the best material handling products. We ranked the 84 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
![HOPKINS MFG CORP 2x4 Basics Workbench Kit, Model# 90158MI [Misc.]](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41R8pyvCJ1L.jpg)
Note that these are fake butcher block style countertops, they are not solid hardwood (probably a particleboard core). You can get solid maple or birch tops for not much more:
https://www.amazon.com/Birch-Workbench-Top-1-1-27/dp/B01NCNUPFH
But I am a wood snob thanks to my other hobbies.
I am looking at something like this for myself.
The Quick Bench folding wall mounted workbench with 20" x 48" collapsible butcher block solid wood top Clear UV Finish or Unfinished https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NAY04LG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ITKPCbXKXY7S2
Slow down. Take a deep breath.
The steps you take next are:
Skip for now:
High priority:
Consider going with a contractor style saw instead of a jobsite saw like that one. I made that mistake and ended up kicking myself for a long time. The table is too small, the rip capacity is narrow and they tend to be tippy. The good widely available new saws in that category are the Ridgid 4512 and the Delta 36-725. You can also buy a used contractor saw for not too much money if cost is a factor.
You can get a roughly equivalent planer to that delta for less. Joint with a planer sled for now. You'll know when you need a hand plane. That's a whole other topic.
Hard to solve without pictures but I will take a blind stab with
https://www.amazon.com/Car-Driveway-Curbside-Bridge-Ramp/dp/B07DYGNT5B/ref=pd_sbs_328_3/131-6635790-3635206?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07DYGNT5B&pd_rd_r=f7ff1bcc-78b7-11e9-9511-65a57d25cf2b&pd_rd_w=ChD9L&pd_rd_wg=QXIPH&pf_rd_p=588939de-d3f8-42f1-a3d8-d556eae5797d&pf_rd_r=HX7G6ZGSTAYNZFC0BRWP&psc=1&refRID=HX7G6ZGSTAYNZFC0BRWP
I'm also not a fan of cutting, but I don't have a machine to help me out. Things that have helped me get better at cutting and not dread it as much are:
Hope these tips help! Because "they" are correct when they say accurate cutting makes the rest of the piecing process look better!
I've had to do this to pull a rocker at home. Don't use a chinese puller, they will hurt you, good one is only $35.
Maybe get a handle for your rulers? I bought one of the Gypsy Grippers , and its been so much less painful for my wrist.
Simple 2x4 kit like these let you customize size, are sturdy and provide easy storage.
https://www.amazon.com/2x4-Basics-Workbench-Model-90158MI/dp/B005SQ365M
I'd double up on the plywood on the top so it is over an inch, or if you wanted to dress it up butcher block counterstops are fairly cheap, sturdy and look good.
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Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/Qadira-Premium-Quality-Aluminum-Professional/dp/B01G5K7XL2/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?keywords=suction+cup&qid=1568765121&s=gateway&sprefix=suction+&sr=8-8
There are other options for planers too. I bought the Ridgid planer from a big box store and BOTH times it showed up at my door with the exact same part broken in the exact same way. I wouldn't trust it. I currently have the Steel City planer on the way to my house since I had about $300 budget as well.
Link if you're curious.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0055NKCGO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Gorilla Gripper 'Advantage' is the one shown in this video. $34 on Amazon.
This one is just labeled "Gripper."
This is the Gator Grip, and it costs 2× what the other two cost.
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Quick terminology point: That's not 'against the grain', that's 'cutting end grain'.
'with' or 'against' the grain is when you are cutting along approximately the grain direction, and the exact angle means that either the fibres being cut are supported ('with' the grain), or unsupported ('against'), where the supported fibres cut cleanly, and the unsupported ones cut less cleanly.
That aside, what /u/aberund said about slicing motion is probably about as good as you can do with that tool. When faced with similar cuts, I tend to rough them out with either a larger knife, axe or chisel, depending.
With a larger knife (e.g. a Mora Companion - a general purpose 'outdoors' knife, with a 4 inch blade), you can apply more force (as well as slicing), and sometimes I grip the handle and tip of the blade, and either push or pull, akin to how a draw knife is used. That two handed use does require some other way to hold the work (bench + clamp, or legs depending).
The axe is probably the easiest way to cut, but least control. I use a small piece of MDF clamped to a bench as a chopping block when carving with the axe. Note that although a simple firewood hatchet will work, you get better control and surface finish with an axe better suited (thinner head, steeper angle on the bevel, probably a little lighter too). I've ended up with a range of axes (er … seven at last count!) so I tend to start larger, an progress to smaller.
A carving axe is sharp enough that I've on occasion grabbed it just under the head, and used it like an outsized knife.
A chisel is somewhere in the middle between the two on the 'power and control' stakes. They pretty much require a bench and clamp of some sort [0], but the different geometry allows for more power to be applied behind the edge. There's three sorts of usual ways to use them: handle in the offhand, fingertips of the primary positioning the tip of the edge, and pushing on the end of the handle with your shoulder; holding the handle in one hand, top part of the blade in the other with a pushing and slicing motion; and one handed with a mallet. That's in rough order of increasing power and decreasing control.
With any of these techniques, I'd usually aim to go back and make a very fine cut with the same tool set that did the reset of the piece; i.e. make sure that it's finished with the knife that did the rest. This gives a uniform surface finish, and hides the fact that other tools may have been used.
I'm sure that there's lots of other options, that's just the subset that I've actually done.
[0] Although I've done everything carving related on one of these:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Black-Decker-Workmate-WM301/dp/B0001GS0FU/ … so it doesn't need to be a massive one to be extremely handy.
For an outfeed table, this might work (see link below). I am in love with it! It doesn’t wobble (unbelievably), supports 300 lbs), and folds up compactly. I’ve done carving and wood burning in my apartment living room, brought it down to my boyfriend’s to do some woodworking, and thrown it into the RV to basically run a kids’ makerspace on his daughter’s front porch, 700 miles away.
Since I have two, my new plan is to take two 2’x4’ pieces of 3/4 ply, and hinge them together, so I can unfold it over two tables and make a bigger portable bench. Haven’t gotten there yet.
https://smile.amazon.com/WORX-WX066-Sidekick-Portable-Table/dp/B072X4T8BF/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=worx+table&qid=1567862349&s=gateway&sprefix=worx+table&sr=8-4
Just so you know, I DO also have their sawhorse table, but I don’t find it nearly as useful, mainly because it is heavier and bulkier. But that’s just me.
https://smile.amazon.com/Pegasus-Multi-Function-Sawhorse-Clamps-Holding/dp/B01HREBZ3M/ref=pd_aw_fbt_469_img_2/143-3971518-1701924?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01HREBZ3M&pd_rd_r=adf87104-406d-4d93-84ac-05bdeb35156f&pd_rd_w=TtU7g&pd_rd_wg=r2TTH&pf_rd_p=3ecc74bd-d08f-44bd-96f3-d0c2b89f563a&pf_rd_r=CTZDX0WGE7BCEZ5V8QB2&psc=1&refRID=CTZDX0WGE7BCEZ5V8QB2
Know that you can link two or more tables together, or even the table with the sawhorse, though that is annoying, because while they are the same height, they are not the same dimension.
Hope this post helps!
Also, think about a jigsaw. It’s not as clean a cut, but with some guides and some practice, a straight line is possible, and you can also cut curves. It might be more bang for your buck, and a space saver. I’m not saying it compares to other saws...but for your particular situation, the DeWalt 20v cordless one may be a good quality purchase.
I have this.
It’s a little bit more but you can put your legs under it and sit in front of it on a stool. As others have said it does wobble a little because of the casters. Also, I don’t know what press you’re running. If it’s something w/out a stand (something that affixes directly to the bench) then it will kill the use of one of the drawers, but it looks like you’d have the same problem with the one you posted about.
I’m running a Dillon bolted to a stand which is all bolted to the wooden top and still allows me to be able to use the drawers for organizing stuff.
I just picked mine up from Harbor Freight, $99.99, but with a 20% off coupon from their site I got it for $80. Works great for my purpose. If you’re not near a Harbor Freight, here’s the same thing on amazon for a little more.
Link: WEN WB4723 48-Inch Workbench with Power Outlets and Light https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HFTF8WT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_9x3jDbV2VEFD1
TEKTON 5546 4-Ton Power Puller - $39.00 - just attach the tow hook in the tool bag to the front bumper and drag it into the garage.
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Thank you so much for mentioning these. I made a fairly detailed Grim Reaper costume years ago that's lacking in one department (my height) and was ready to look into making some sort of painter's bucket contraption to compensate. For under $100 @Amazon I'm definitely looking into a pair. Thanks again!
You can buy the construction style ones for under $100, like these. I have long wanted a pair too!
Get yourself the best caulk gun money can buy:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002CKG1O/?coliid=I23KHK4DH0YA78&colid=1QHLIPBFWAIV0&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
A really functional worksurface. like really functional.
https://www.amazon.com/Disston-30140-OmniTable-Portable-Bench/dp/B072MMSMNC/
The best markers out there for general use. the cap alone makes them great.
https://www.amazon.com/RevMark-Industrial-Markers-Pack-Starter/dp/B07B4HW3P7/
It's actually a Gladiator Garage Workbench. It's not very adjustable, but it's a great sturdy workbench.
66-1/2" Wide Hardwood Workbench https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07775X3NL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8-GwDbJ3BKESS
Oh boy...
Panel Carrier Gripper Heavy Duty Metal Gripper, Sheet Goods Carry Handle Easy Gripper Panel https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NZZJM73/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_QHrzDbN35ZJ9H
Bad review on Amazon
I just got some of these and am finisihing up my table tonight. easy peasy. http://www.amazon.com/2x4-Basics-Workbench-Model-90158MI/dp/B005SQ365M/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1397684365&sr=8-11&keywords=2x4+basics
Rent or own? Makes a difference about how you mount it:
https://www.amazon.com/Generic-Pulley-Block-Tackle-Hoist/dp/B001Z0WELC
What you really need to invest in is a bock and tackle rig that will give you a 4:1 or 6:1 purchase.
http://www.amazon.com/Rope-Pulley-Block-Tackle-Hoist/dp/B001Z0WELC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1408409122&sr=8-1&keywords=block+and+tackle
mount a 5/16 loop into a frame or joist inside the garage door of the current and future location and you should be set.
The Other thing to think about is how to disassemble the tools into somewhat manageable pieces. For instance I recently moved a 15 inch planer that I was able to remove 4 bolts to detach the head from the motor thus reducing the weight from about 400 pounds to about 250 and 150 pounds.
Even without a bumper-mount winch, it's not a bad idea to have one of these and a quality strap. Those may not be as "classy" nor as long-spooling as a bumper mounted winch but our dads and grandfathers did an awful lot of work with them, they do still serve a purpose and better to have one than to have nothing.
If you don't have any other kind of winch, it's not a bad idea to know how to make a flip-flop winch out of some branches - may never save your bacon but knowledge is something you can carry around for free without taking up any space or weight.
Any rope or strap you intend to use should not have any knots in it, knots reduce the strength drastically. Keep them clean and put them away with care. Ropes and straps must be considered consumable goods, they do not last forever and when they reach the end of their safe working life must be retired or permanently repurposed to a lighter duty task.
I bought this one when it was 90 bucks. The price has been increasing since. It's awesome though. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001YIUZC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Thanks for the replies everyone! I'm on day 9 of 12 hour days getting our show up and running so I haven't had a chance to check back in. If anyone is in NYC pm me for info and discount codes.
Yes, Winch! haha Hopefully my rigging is better than my spelling.
We are using one similar to this:
http://www.amazon.com/Sportsman-EHOISTUL-lbs-Electric-Hoist/dp/B0001YIUZC/ref=sr_1_1?s=industrial&ie=UTF8&qid=1456512753&sr=1-1
A shop winch, nothing serious. hard-wired power.
This is the exact bench I have I believe. The one side of the leg is a bit further extended so the tipping over part isn't a big issue most of the time. The main issue I have is that if I have a really stubborn case on resizing I will sometimes have to use my free hand to brace against the press to make sure I don't break the bench. The wood on top is not super stiff and it will tend to flex with the press a bit and I just get worried about breaking it.
Seating bullets is never a problem for me and I would say 95% of the time I am quite happy with the setup given what I have to work with.
Woodblock and a mallet? Pull it off the bike, secure it to something relatively immobile, and use a come along?