Abstract: A mounting assembly for mounting a hand-held tool to a bench surface is provided. The mounting assembly comprising a mounting plate having a substantially flat portion, at least one mounting arm extending from the flat portion, and a pair of coupling fixtures. The mounting arm has an engagement hole for receiving a fastener. Also includes in the mounting assembly is an elongated spring having two opposite ends, each end further having an engagement hook for engaging a respective coupling fixture of the mounting plate. Means are further provided for securing the mounting plate to the bench or work station surface. The assembly is attached to the hand-held tool at existing handle mounting points on the tool.