Enough have be say about the assembly . I think the assembly be pretty straight forward . it can only go together one way ... it help if you have some real tool , but not necessary . anyway , my initial concern be whether this product would work with dumbbell other than the Bowflex . the answer be ... probably . Mine be not a bowflex product , they be 55 # generic set of adjustable dumbbell . the base they sit on be larger than the platform of this stand . this stand have a platform that be curve at the edge to support the bf product . what I do be line the platform with some of that `` non-slip '' padding use in silverware drawer and under rug . I layer it so the base of my dumbbell rest on it , and then use the include strap to tighten my dumbbell down . it work great and hold they perfectly . I totally recommend this product .