Some of the $10K multipurpose euro-machines have sliding tables that are
integral to the machine rather than an accessory. These tables come right up
to the blade (like 1/2" away). Expensive but very cool.

Sliding table accessories for a cabinet saw (such as the unisaw) replace the
left wing which is 12 or so inches away from the blade.... That makes it
basically impossible to use the sliding table for smaller pieces.

A sled rides over the table rather than next to it.

I'm with Barry, I think a sled (or several) is a much more sensible match
for a cabinet saw.

-Steve



If not, some basic building info he
http://www.bburke.com/wood/sleds.htm

In reality, a sled is simply an inexpensive sliding table that is task
customizable and removable when not needed. I've seen shop made sleds
as large as 4x8 feet and as small as 4x6 inches. A shop made sled also
provides excellent zero clearance support for the stock.

Barry