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Weber Knapp Employee Spotlight: Jody Osgood, Regional Sales Manager

Posted by Weber Knapp on Sep 8, 2025 9:36:58 AM

When people picture sales, they often think of quick transactions and short-term targets.

At Weber Knapp, the reality is different. Sales means building long-term partnerships, finding the right solutions, and guiding projects from the first discussion through to delivery — sometimes years later.

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Topics: Employee Spotlight

Innovative Heavy Duty Hinge Design that Saves Space

Posted by Weber Knapp on Sep 2, 2025 9:30:00 AM

Today’s buyers want more features built into their products. They also want designs that either don’t take up much space or use space in a smarter way. So how does a product designer balance both?

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Topics: Applications, Design, Grill, Aesthetics, Food Industry, Cost, kitchen

OSHA Ergonomic Guidelines: Creating the Ultimate Workstation

Posted by Weber Knapp on Aug 29, 2025 5:15:00 PM

 

A stiff neck, sore back, or aching wrists after a long day at your desk isn’t just annoying; it’s a warning sign. With more people working in front of screens than ever before, the health risks of poor workstation habits are on the rise. The key is applying OSHA ergonomic guidelines – simple adjustments that protect employees' bodies, keep them comfortable, and help them perform at their best.

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Topics: Ergonomics, Motion Control, Safety, Testing & Prototyping, office equipment, OSHA

Hospital Furniture Standards: What Healthcare Facilities Need to Know

Posted by Weber Knapp on Aug 29, 2025 5:00:22 PM

When you walk into a hospital, it’s easy to notice the advanced medical equipment, high-tech monitors, and life-saving devices. Just as important, though often overlooked, are the chairs, tables, cabinets, and beds that fill each room.

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Topics: Counterbalances, Ergonomics, Design, Hinges, Medical Equipment, Safety, Hospitality Furniture

Lift Assist Hinge UX: A Guide to Ordering, Installation, and Operation

Posted by Weber Knapp on Aug 26, 2025 10:45:00 AM

Think about the products you use every day. The ones that work best usually feel simple, even if there’s a lot of engineering behind them. That’s the idea behind user experience (UX): how people interact with something and how easy it is to get the result they want.

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Topics: Applications

How to Design a Bar Counter for Style, Safety, and Speed

Posted by Weber Knapp on Aug 13, 2025 11:57:01 AM

Hospitality design is a nonstop balancing act between visual appeal and practical usability.

When designing for a bar counter, restaurant, and bar owners must envision a workspace that not only looks inviting to customers, but also allows staff to operate safely and efficiently. Consider that it’s a busy, high-touch environment, where every inch counts – smooth movement behind the bar is critical.

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Topics: Design, Counterbalance, Hinges, hospitality

Which Hinge Material Best Fits Your Design?

Posted by Weber Knapp on Jul 31, 2025 11:10:59 AM

When you're in the process of a product design or retrofitting an existing one, hinges might seem like a small detail. But choosing the right hinge material can make or break the performance, longevity, and total cost of your design.

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Topics: Hinge, Hinges

9 Qualities Every Blood Draw Table Should Have for Safe, Smart Phlebotomy

Posted by Weber Knapp on Jul 31, 2025 10:48:55 AM


If you're heading to the doctor's or the lab for blood work, you want to make sure that the location you're visiting is reliable and with someone you can trust. The same can also be said about phlebotomy equipment, such as the blood draw table – it's more than just a surface, it's the frontline of patient care and technician efficiency.

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Gas Spring Replacements & Alternatives: A Safer, Longer-Lasting Option

Posted by Weber Knapp on Jul 29, 2025 8:30:00 AM

Some lids close gently. Others seem to wait until your hand is nearby, then drop like a trap. 

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Topics: Applications, Motion Control, Gas Springs, Hinges, Manufacturing

How to Create the Ideal Ergonomic Desk Setup with Screen Placement & Monitor Arms

Posted by Weber Knapp on Jul 25, 2025 12:00:00 PM

When it comes to ergonomics and computer screens, it’s all in how you look at them. One thing is beyond dispute: If you want an ergonomic workstation setup at the office or in a university setting, there’s definitely a right way and a wrong way to do it.

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Topics: Ergonomics