Packing It Up
I was asked recently two questions about the workstand that I was less than prepared to answer. The first was how much the workstand weighs. The second question was how small a package can the workstand be reduced to when not in use. I thought I posted something earlier in this thread, but I can't find it, so others probably can't either.
About sixteen(16) pounds is the weight of the complete stand. Of that total, the metal swing frame is about seven(7) pounds, the base is about eight(8) pounds and the baseboard and fastening hardware are about one(1) pound. The stand is about half the weight of a typical machine you might put in it.
On the second issue, minimum size for storage, I completely disassembled the stand and arranged it into its most compact size. As can be seen in the photo, everything fits nicely into the volume of the metal swing frame. Miscellaneous hardware, displayed below, can be bagged and labeled and included in the package.
(WorkStand - Packed Up)
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The overall dimensions of the reduced package are 22 inches long by 9 inches deep and 12 inches high. This is the same as the swing frame itself with everything inside. For long-term storage or for shipping should it ever be desired, one or two straps under and over the bottom of the frame can hold the wooden pieces securely.
John