IN THE FORGE

45 Entries
AnchorPlug — Close the Loop
VOL 018 — 11.25.2025

AnchorPlug — Close the Loop

AnchorPlug fills unused 20 mm dog holes on MFT-style benches, keeping your work surface clean, preventing chip buildup, and stopping small parts from dropping through. Magnetic stainless steel construction integrates seamlessly with SYS-GRP workholding systems. A local alternative to imports...

Deep Dive: AnchorPod — Engineering Workholding into the Bench
VOL 017 — 10.22.2025

Deep Dive: AnchorPod — Engineering Workholding into the Bench

Vacuum pods have been around for years, but they’ve always lived on top of the bench — until now. AnchorPod redefines what’s possible by integrating vacuum workholding directly into your work surface. Built through a hybrid of precision machining and...

SYS‑GRP Hub — Front‑of‑Bench Control Without the Guesswork
VOL 016 — 10.20.2025

SYS‑GRP Hub — Front‑of‑Bench Control Without the Guesswork

Turn the front of your bench into a clean, predictable control point. Hub standardizes routing, brings quick‑release to hand, and scales from a single valve to a fully zoned setup—so you switch faster and keep your workflow flowing.

Deep Dive: Argos - Your Loyal Bench Driver
VOL 015 — 10.20.2025

Deep Dive: Argos - Your Loyal Bench Driver

Small, precise, and always within reach — Argos combines a magnetic pickup and ¼-inch bit driver in a compact aluminum form that docks directly into any 20 mm bench hole. Engineered for durability, balance, and the smooth “click” of readiness,...

Choosing the Right Vacuum Source for SYS-GRP Workholding
VOL 014 — 10.15.2025

Choosing the Right Vacuum Source for SYS-GRP Workholding

Not all vacuum pumps are created equal. Whether you’re powering a single AnchorPod or an entire BenchGrip array, your vacuum source defines performance. Learn how to choose the right setup for your SYS-GRP system—from compact oil-free pumps to portable Grabo...

Vacuum Workholding: The Foundation of Modern Precision
VOL 013 — 10.15.2025

Vacuum Workholding: The Foundation of Modern Precision

Vacuum workholding is transforming modern woodworking and fabrication. Learn how the SYS-GRP system—featuring BenchGrip, AnchorPod, and ComponentGrip—delivers modular precision, speed, and simplicity for every shop.

AnchorPod: Patent-Pending Workholding Without Limits
VOL 012 — 09.30.2025

AnchorPod: Patent-Pending Workholding Without Limits

Meet the AnchorPod — a patent-pending pod with three modes that anchor workholding directly into your bench. Faster setups. Cleaner workflows. Smarter holding.

Verso + Max Sets: Built on Your Feedback
VOL 011 — 09.30.2025

Verso + Max Sets: Built on Your Feedback

Built on your feedback. Verso is the all-arounder for rail and bench setups, while Max Sets scale holding power. Complete kits for a complete system.

Meet Argos and AnchorPlug: Small Tools, Big Impact
VOL 010 — 09.30.2025

Meet Argos and AnchorPlug: Small Tools, Big Impact

Argos is your loyal bench driver, and AnchorPlug covers unused holes for a smoother bench. Small tools that quietly make every workflow easier.