The DP-1000VS variable speed drill press has a very wide column to eliminate flexing when drilling at full capacity. \n \nThe base and table are made from a very rigid casting adding to the strength of this 1" maximum capacity drilling machine. \n \nThe inverter driven head allows the machinist or fabricator to run tooling at the proper speed for each drill or tap size available. \n \nRunning at the exact speed extends tooling life, something that can't be accomplished on other drills like pulley driven styles. The DP-1000VS drill press also comes with a coolant system, safety guarding and a halogen light.