bedplates

/ˈbɛdˌpleɪts/
noun
  1. Plural of bedplate; heavy, flat metal bases that support machines or engines.
    • The warehouse stored several bedplates for different types of generators.
    • Engineers inspected the bedplates to ensure they were level before installation.
    • The company manufactures custom bedplates for large industrial equipment.
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