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JET Tools Expands Benchtop Woodworking Series Line
La Vergne, Tenn. (September 2026) – JET Tools®, a leading manufacturer of woodworking,metalworking and material handling equipment, announces the expansion of its woodworking lineup with the new JET compact benchtop woodworking series. Designed to bring professional capability to garages, classrooms, jobsites and small shops, these new benchtop machines deliver the power, precision and reliability woodworkers expect from JET in compact, space-saving designs.
Whether building furniture, tackling home improvement projects or teaching the next generation of craftspeople, the JET compact benchtop woodworking series helps users maximize their workspace without compromising performance. Operating on standard 120V power, the machines are easy to set up, transport and store while delivering dependable results across a wide range of woodworking applications.
The new benchtop lineup includes:
- 13″ Benchtop Straight Knife Planer (available September 2026)
- 13″ Benchtop Helical Head Planer (available September 2026)
- 10″ Benchtop Drill Press (available September 2026)
- 8″ Benchtop Grinder (available September 2026)
- 9″ Benchtop Bandsaw (available October 2026)
- Benchtop Oscillating Edge & Spindle Sander (available October 2026)
Key features include:
- Professional capability in a compact footprint: Maximize workspace without sacrificing performance.
- Fast, accurate setup: Intuitive controls and repeatable adjustments help users work more efficiently.
- Portable versatility: Standard 120V power and compact designs make setup easy in shops, classrooms and jobsites.
- Built to last: Durable construction and proven engineering deliver long-term performance.
- Industry-leading warranty: Every machine is backed by JET’s five-year warranty for added confidence.
“Woodworkers shouldn’t have to choose between performance and available workspace,” said Cam Craig, senior product manager, JET Tools. “The new JET compact benchtop woodworking series delivers the precision, durability and reliability woodworkers expect from JET in machines that fit where the work happens.”
The JET compact benchtop woodworking series gives woodworkers the flexibility to take on bigger projects in smaller spaces while maintaining the quality and craftsmanship known with the JET brand.
The JET 13″ Benchtop Straight Knife Planer, JET 13″ Benchtop Helical Head Planer, JET 10″ Benchtop Drill Press and JET 8″ Benchtop Grinder are available in September 2026. The JET 9″ Benchtop Bandsaw and JET Benchtop Oscillating Edge & Spindle Sander are available in October 2026.
For more information on the JET compact benchtop woodworking series, visit www.jettools.com/compact-benchtops.
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About JET Tools
JET Tools, a JPW Industries company, is a leading manufacturer of woodworking, metalworking and material-handling equipment and other tools used by professionals in plants, machine shops and workshops across the United States. For more than 60 years, JET Tools has provided the industrial marketplace with superior quality, innovation and service. Through the company’s “JET Do More” initiative, JET ensures that customers are equipped not only with superior products but also with the knowledge and support required to achieve the best possible outcomes. For more information, visit www.jettools.com.
About JPW Industries
Founded in 1958 and headquartered in La Vergne, Tennessee, JPW Industries is a global designer, manufacturer and distributor of market-leading machinery, specialty shop tools and equipment. Its portfolio includes the JET®, Powermatic®, Wilton®, Baileigh®, Edwards® and Axiom® brands, serving industrial, consumer and construction markets worldwide. For more information, visit www.jpwindustries.com.
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Larry Wegner, Senior Consultant, Dorn
larry.wegner@dorngroup.com