Upright drilling machine looks similar in construction when compared with sensitive drilling machine. This machine also has a vertical column mounted over a base. But the construction is more robust. It contains a power feed mechanism and also have a excellent table for work loading. Much number of spindle speeds and feeds are possible through upright drilling machine. This machine is most suitable for machining medium size jobs. Upright drilling machines are basically of two types.
a.      Round column section
b.      Pillar drilling machine