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Tool Addicts

New Woodworking Machinery Maker Hits the Ground Running

Tom McKenna, Managing Editor

26 users recommend

Entry-level cabinet saw, model TS-1040E-50, $1,595

Courtesy Baileigh Industrial

Riving Knife Table Saw, model TS-1040P-30, $2,095

Courtesy Baileigh Industrial

14 in. bandsaw, model WBS-14, $1,595

Courtesy Baileigh Industrial

Jointer/Planer, model JP-1250, $2,095

Courtesy Baileigh Industrial

Benchtop Lathe, model WL-1220VS, $695

Courtesy Baileigh Industrial

Entry-level cabinet saw, model TS-1040E-50, $1,595

Photo: Courtesy Baileigh Industrial

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It's been a tough run for a lot of companies since the recession hit the U.S., but it's been particularly rough on manufacturers of woodworking machinery. With consumers tightening their belts, cutting back on hobby money, it's no surprise that these manufacturers are hurting, with very few new tools being introduced.

But despite the down economy, one Wisconsin manufacturer has decided to cross over from metalworking into woodworking. And they're not just dipping in their toes. It's a full-on cannonball into the seas.

Baileigh Industrial, a leading maker of metalworking tools since 1999, started selling woodworking machines last December. The line-up isn't small, either. You can choose from a full offering of machines, including tablesaws (contactor and cabinet models), bandsaws small and large, jointers, drill presses and more. Right now, the company is offering free shipping on orders within the contiguous 48 states, but don't wait; this offer is due to expire in about a month, says a company rep. Baileigh has showrooms in Wisconsin and California, with sales offices across the country.

We're looking forward to seeing these new machines in person and giving them a run. Check out the photos to see a selection of promising products. For a complete listing, and for more information, visit the Baileigh Industrial website.

Have you had experience with Baileigh Industrial machinery? If so, let us know in the comment section at the bottom of this post.

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Comments (18)

woodsurgin writes: I just received their catalog. The cabinet saws look identical to the Laguna line up. Their sliding table saw with the router table mounted on it has the router setup backwards. Using it this way, you would lose control of the out feeding of long pieces. You could not get in position to even use the starter peg.
They do not tell you what the distance is from the front of the table to the blade.
Someone made the comment that it seems they are not yet in tine to woodworkers needs and the way we look at tools. I agree with that.
The paint colors do look a bit feminine.
I would say though, after looking at their metalworking tools, that the quality is good. They seem to really know the metalworking end of the business. I was impressed with their range of metalworking tools and apparent understanding of that market.
They will be interesting to watch. I believe they are serious about their entry into the woodworking market.
Posted: 7:22 pm on May 1st

BBrown626 writes: I'd guess that many of the people complaining about a lack of American Made machinery are the same people that vote for the Democrats and their overly restrictive regulations. Those regulations are what keeps somebody from manufacturing these tools in the USA. I'd bet a good share of those folks also want the lowest possible prices, think that US companies are under-taxed and they don't pay their workers enough.
Posted: 6:09 pm on March 12th

BStev writes: Moontoad, they do list maximum depth of cut on the specifications tab on all but one of the bandsaws, I think the 14" is missing. Probably more of a typo than a lack of machinery understanding.

We are a critical bunch though aren't we. I can see one reason why there aren't more manufacturers wanting to enter this marketplace if the comments here are any indication of how we treat a new company.
Posted: 9:51 am on March 11th

Moontoad writes: My concern, after a quick look at some of their product pages, is that they seem to lack some basic understanding of woodworker's needs, at least in their marketing department. For instance, how can you not list resaw capacity and a bandsaw product page?
Posted: 7:32 am on March 11th

Midwest1953 writes: As long as companies can buy product cheaper than they can make it, they will do so. The Chinese workers have done the same thing that American workers did, asKing for higher wages, and more benefits. The industry that I deal with has seen some Mfg return to the US, as the higher wages combined with long lead times, and shipping, have exceeded the mfg cost in the US.
Posted: 3:20 pm on March 10th

perthboy writes: I can only agree with Cybarr

I'm a Kiwi currently living in Australia. I grew up knowing that made in UK/Europe or USA usually meant QUALITY.

I weep at the loss of a manufacturing skills base in Western Countries - it could become a serious strategic issue in the future - and we've only got ourselves to blame!
Posted: 3:21 am on March 10th

Cybarr writes: As long as America is driven by price point all the tools you buy are going to be made offshore. Your a product of your own demise and you act surprised by the fact that a so called US company getting into the WW tools is just rebranding offshore products. China is sitting back chuckling as the so called Commies are laughing all the way to the bank. You need to get past the Big Box Store Mentality and return to what made your Country, at one time (no longer), a powerhouse manufacturing nation. You have the population large enough to buy most, if not all, of what you build, so you're not reliant on exports to drive your economy.
China is now your bank, they own your debt and they're loving it cuze your broke and you haven't figured that out yet.
I live in Canada, I'm 56 years old and a fellow WW. I've watched this whole Cheap Stupid Big Box Store Mentality consume your nation and mine. I don't like it, nor should you.
Posted: 11:48 am on March 9th

QBranch writes: I do metalworking as well as woodworking, and I've used Baileigh metalworking tools and they are quite nice. If their wood tools are as nice as their metal ones then I don't think there would be any problems. You would be surprised to find out how much stuff is made in different parts of the world these days, even parts of German microscopes and cameras are made in Asia. The world is not what it used to be.
Posted: 9:48 am on March 9th

JohnP582006 writes:
From the FAQ's on their website:

"Where is Baileigh Industrial products made?

They are made in our manufacturing plants all over the world. We currently have plants in USA, Portugal, Italy, Poland, England, Germany, China, and Taiwan"

Posted: 9:47 am on March 9th

shadowbox writes: NIce comments. Guess you all have already used the equipment, huh?
Posted: 9:01 am on March 9th

mellanor writes: Sadly, after only a few minutes of research online, I can confirm the assumptions made here that most of the equipment is, in fact, made in Taiwan (51%) and China-PRC (11%). The other suppliers include England (14%) and bit from some central European sources. The woodworking equipment appears to originate mostly from Taiwan/China. Source: greatimportexport dot com and a few other sites. I can't attest to quality from this article, obviously. What bothers me most is the tone of the article that doesn't state but suggests that this is a new U.S.-based manufacturer who *makes* the stuff here. Without doing additional research, my guess is that under the Balleigh labels are the same suppliers to other importers.
Posted: 8:46 am on March 9th

KimH writes: I looked at their 12" combination jointer/planer machine and they look the same as Grizzly with different trim.
Posted: 8:31 am on March 9th

StoopBoy writes: Why would an American company ever try manufacturing when almost all of the previous comments have bad-mouthed this manufacturer based solely on speculation from reading a magazine article and not from trying out or owning its products?
Posted: 7:41 am on March 9th

Bill001 writes: Certainly by its looks in the picture the hollow chisel mortise is the same machine that is sold by Laguna Tools - just a different sticker on it. Unfortunately, that does not make it a better tool!
Posted: 7:02 am on March 9th

Tri_color_Turners writes: Wonderful....some more of the same old Asian equipment sold by an American company. By the way, first time I have ever heard of these folks.


Posted: 7:22 pm on March 8th

bouellet writes: Baileigh has been around since 1999 so what's the deal with "new"!? Of course it's not DeWalt or Delta, but nothing to make a title out of it... Anyways, I never heard of that brand before. Maybe that's the reason why we have a little "push" of information (ironic). I'll check them out, but I suspect Taiwan or China manufacturers to be involved!?

Posted: 6:50 pm on March 8th

mvflaim writes: Steel City is still around and kicking.

http://steelcitytoolworks.com/

Posted: 4:40 pm on March 8th

nazfan writes: Do you think this company last longer than Steal City Tools ?
Posted: 4:21 pm on March 8th

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