We liked the auto-tracking belt alignment feature, which kept the abrasive belt centered on the track even after several ...

We’re big fans of belt sanders here at Popular Mechanics. When the tool is properly built and you know how to use it, it’s versatile and powerful, capable of de-burring metal, sanding wood, and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When mounted to a fixed stand, they also excel when it comes to smaller tasks like edge sanding or knife ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Belt sanders are useful tools for both DIY and professional projects, from furniture making to floor installation. If you're looking to add a ...

Build a narrow belt sander that works great and won’t cost a lot of money to build. A narrow belt sander is a multipurpose tool that’s ideal for woodworking tasks as well as metalwork. Learn how this ...

Remember the column Lil' John Buttera wrote (HRM April '85) about making parts with machine tools that will last you a lifetime? You know, the one about using a band saw, a drill press, and a belt ...

The first attempts Simeon Miravich made at racing a belt sander down a 40-foot plywood track weren’t pretty, he admitted. During those practice runs he got tossed from his seat atop the machine ...

EXETER TOWNSHIP, Pa.- This weekend marks the return of the Belt Sander Race at Bertie's Inn in Exeter Township. Whether you're a novice or an old pro, riding a belt sander is a one-of-a-kind ...