Editor's Note: This piece is an installment of an occasional series that looks at metalworking and fabrication services offered by Weber Knapp.
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What Is A Hidden Hinge On A Refrigerator? A Closer Look
Inspecting several high-end refrigerators quickly reveals the widespread use of hidden hinges in premium models. As the name suggests, these hinges are invisible to the casual glance and therefore create a more seamless look in the kitchen.
Topics: Ergonomics, Motion Control, Design, Appliance, Counterbalance Hinge, Hinge, Hinges, Lid, Testing & Prototyping, kitchen, Manufacturing
Counter Hinges: FAQs About Lift Gate Assistant for Pass-Throughs
What's the Best Position for a Keyboard? [Correct Office Ergonomics]
Sore wrists. A stiff neck. A tired back.
Spend any amount of time working on an office computer with a keyboard that’s just not positioned correctly, and you’ll likely walk away feeling some discomfort.
If your office or classroom is spending a good portion of its day sitting at a desk and working on a computer, you probably already know how important it is to promote correct office ergonomics. A healthy work lifestyle reduces back, neck, and eye strain, as well as the risk of desk job-related injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome.
Topics: Applications, Ergonomics, Safety, office equipment
Capability Spotlight: Metal Laser Cutting Services
Editor's Note: This piece is an installment of an occasional series that looks at metalworking and fabrication services offered by Weber Knapp.
Topics: Manufacturing, Services, Laser Cutting
Trade Show Trail: Hearth, Patio, & Barbecue Expo 2024, KBIS 2024
As we continue on this year’s trade show circuit, we have two more events to add to our Q1 travel list.
Topics: trade shows
Hinge Design: How to Find the Center of Gravity of Irregular Objects
Improving stability.
Upgrading performance.
Enhancing safety.
These are just a few of the reasons a design engineer might find themselves calculating the center of gravity for any object.
In the world of hinge design, this calculation can be used for someone as simple as keeping a lid, door, or cover from slamming into something -- or someone.
Designing a no-slam hinge doesn’t just keep your customers safer, it also keeps you protected … from lawsuits. On a lighter note (pun intended), a steady open/close also improves ease of use for customers.
Finding the center of gravity in objects isn’t always easy; not all objects are perfect circles or simply symmetrical. In fact, most aren’t, and calculating their center of gravity takes a certain level of skill – something an experienced heavy-duty hinge manufacturer possesses.
In this article, we’ll look at three ways (in order of decreasing difficulty) for how to find the center of gravity of an irregular object. Can't wait? Click on any one of the ways to jump to the corresponding section:
Topics: Counterbalances, Motion Control, Design
Capability Spotlight: Weber Knapp Industrial Powder Coating Services
Editor's Note: This piece is an installment of an occasional series that looks at metalworking and fabrication services offered by Weber Knapp.
The right metal finish can make all the difference in the lifespan and functionality of a product.
Just ask those who made the wrong finish choice.
Topics: Finishing, Aesthetics, Services
Ergonomics in Healthcare Education: Creating A Comfortable Environment
Universities and learning institutions are dynamic environments where knowledge is shared, discoveries are made, and the next generation of healthcare professionals is shaped.
Topics: Applications, Ergonomics, Medical Equipment, Safety, office equipment
Does Your Unconventional Project Need a Heavy Duty Hinge?
Your project is unusual.
You aim to solve a unique problem that requires a custom solution. Adding mechanical motion control would perfect your design.
But is it possible?
In the world of motion control solutions, there's no such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach.
Topics: Applications, Design, Counterbalance, Counterbalance Hinge, Engineering, Hinges, Vectis, Manufacturing