Awesome Folding

This portable display system packs two touchscreen OLED monitors. Offered in folding or side-by-side versions the screens have 1ms response time and Mini HDMI inputs for connecting a computer, tablet, handheld, or game console. They can show different sources on each screen, mirror the same content, or span a single source across both displays.

There are machines that factories use to fold boxes, but they’re expensive. To package thousands of gifts, the team from HTX Studio designed and built a box-folding machine from off-the-shelf parts. It takes pre-cut cardboard, folds each sheet into a box, places items inside, and closes its lid, all in 15 seconds. Oh, they also built a machine to make the gifts.

Short on space but need a desk for work-from-home days? This clever folding desk gets out of the way in a jiffy and can stow behind a couch or in a closet. When open it provides a 29″ x 19″ wooden work surface, a 29″ x 7″ storage shelf, and a 15″ tall metal pegboard for hanging items with an optional accessory set. Available in black or white.

At just 13 lb., the Sidekick table from Worx weighs less and packs up smaller than other folding workbenches. Its 24″ x 24″ ABS work surface sits atop sturdy steel legs and has a 300 lb. weight capacity. It comes with four clamp dogs for holding materials in place and a pair of connectors that let you join multiple Worx benches and tables together.

Just because you’re outdoors doesn’t mean you have to keep your stuff on the ground. This lightweight, portable table provides a heavy-duty ripstop nylon tabletop, set atop a folding aluminum structure. Four built-in cupholder baskets ensure your drinks won’t tip over.

These modern folding pliers adhere to Windeler’s minimalistic aesthetic. They measure just 4.13″ long when folded, so they’re pocket-friendly. They’re made from stainless steel and anodized aluminum, and their full-size plier jaws feature a wire cutter. Windeler also integrated their Polnetik magnetic connector to attach modular tool blades.

This stacking plastic storage box from Post General features a design inspired by a military footlocker. It can be used indoors or outdoors, and its fold-down sides and removable lid make it easy to access its contents. When not in use, it folds up to save space. It’s available in brown, green, or grey.

This light-duty multitool from Sun Company lets you carry scissors safely in your pocket. In addition to its fold-out shears, the stainless steel tool has a flat-blade screwdriver, hex head wrenches, a phone holder, and a carabiner clip. They fold down to just 3.5″ x 1.4″ x 0.3″ when not in use.

The maker of the iconic Radio Flyer little red wagons and trikes has grown up like the rest of us. Lately, they’ve become an innovative player in the e-bike market with the Flyer Folding Cargo eBike, a seriously legit transportation solution for adults looking to recapture some of that child-like joy on two wheels.

Cris from Get Hands Dirty is always looking for ways to make her small living space more efficient. In this project, she created a set of wooden stools that can break into parts and be stored in a custom carrying case. It served as a great opportunity to test out her Mekanika Evo-S CNC milling machine.

This small round table is a great spot for drinks or a lantern while camping or tailgating, and you can use it at home, too. It’s got folding legs and a carrying handle, along with a built-in wireless charging pad, stereo Bluetooth speakers, ambient lighting, and a 20000 mAh battery pack so you can use it without plugging in.

Traveling with a guitar can be challenging due to its size and shape. While there are some folding guitars on the market, they still take up a good deal of space. Yuji Shimano shows off a unique electric guitar that folds down small enough to fit into a briefcase. The velvet-lined case also has a built-in speaker and guitar amp, so it’s perfect for practice sessions.

Woodworker Bourbon Moth asked his pal Rainfall Projects if he could help him build a custom staircase for his new workshop. He came up with a tubular steel structure with wooden steps that can fold flat against the wall when not in use. That giant plywood jig he created was genius. It could use a handrail, though.

This innovative small house created by Boxabl unpacks and assembles in as little as an hour. In addition to the tiny home shown in this video, the company is developing temporary cabins for festivals, townhouses, and even a modular two-story house with a roof deck. The 361 square foot Boxable Casita can be reserved for pre-order now.

This 65″ tall rolling workstation designed by Benjamin Thut makes a great addition to a warehouse or other space with a smooth floor. It measures 33″ wide when closed, but opens up to reveal 83″ of shelves and an optional desktop. It’s made from Dibond aluminum composite with steel bars with casters for its mechanism.

This folding outdoor table is easy to carry and will hold up to the elements thanks to its all-aluminum construction. Its X-shaped table legs are sturdy and have non-slip tips, and its tabletop provides a wide 47.2″ x 23.6″ surface when opened. It’s available in a wood color or black finish and includes a bag for carrying.