When most people hear “ergonomics,” they picture office workers at desks. But ergonomics – designing or modifying the working environment for the worker’s health and comfort – is just as important in the construction industry.
Ergonomic Hazards in Construction: Protecting Worker Health
Topics: Applications, Ergonomics, Industrial, Safety
Lift Gate Assist: Improve Restaurant Safety and Staff Flow
Most restaurant injuries don’t come from knives or open flames – they come from something as ordinary as a countertop. Lifting a heavy bar pass-through dozens of times during a shift strains backs, spills drinks, and leaves staff scrambling to recover.
Topics: Applications, Motion Control, Counterbalance, Engineering, Food Industry, kitchen
Weber Knapp Products & Services You May Not Know About
When most people think of Weber Knapp, one thing might come to mind: hinges. And it makes sense. For decades, the company has been a trusted source of precision-engineered motion control solutions, especially heavy-duty and counterbalance hinges. But here’s the thing – hinges are used in such a wide variety of applications.
Topics: Applications, Ergonomics, Appliance, Counterbalance Hinge, Hinges, Manufacturing, Smokin' Ugly, Drum Smoker Accessories, Services
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?
Topics: Applications, Design, Grill, Aesthetics, Food Industry, Cost, kitchen
Lift Assist Hinge UX: A Guide to Ordering, Installation, and Operation
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.
Topics: Applications
Gas Spring Replacements & Alternatives: A Safer, Longer-Lasting Option
Topics: Applications, Motion Control, Gas Springs, Hinges, Manufacturing
7 Unique Hinge Designs That Solve Tough Motion Challenges
Designing anything with a moving part involves one constant: something must control the motion.
Whether it’s a heavy lid, a compact panel, or a rotating arm, the hinge often carries the responsibility. But in many innovative projects, a standard hinge simply doesn’t cut it.
Off-the-shelf hardware rarely fits one-of-a-kind applications. When working with unconventional forms, materials, or functionality, you need solutions that go beyond basic pivoting.
Topics: Counterbalances, Applications, Design, Appliance, Counterbalance, Counterbalance Hinge, Aesthetics, Hidden Hinges
Mechanical Motion Control in Product Design: Tips & Solutions
Every designer and engineer knows the struggle: A sleek product vision looks great on screen, but when real-world motion comes into play, it can quickly turn into a clunky, frustrating user experience. The marketing team wants eye-catching visuals. Engineers focus on technical feasibility. End users expect intuitive interaction. Somewhere in the middle, safety and long-term usability demand their due.
Topics: Applications, Design, Counterbalance, Engineering, Hinges, Manufacturing
When drop gate hardware fails, it’s rarely just one issue. The lid doesn’t close cleanly. Movement becomes unpredictable. Hardware starts to loosen under repeated use. Over time, the entire system becomes harder to rely on.
Topics: Applications, heavy duty hinge, drop gate
How to Choose a Lift Gate Stop for Top-Down Indoor Applications
It's not the flashiest part of your setup. It’s not what your customers will notice first. But when a lift gate stop fails, everyone notices.
Think about a gate slamming down in the middle of a busy lunch rush, sending a shock through the counter — and through your team. It’s a dangerous disruption that’s completely preventable.
The lift gate stop may be a small component, but its impact on safety, surface protection, and smooth operation is anything but minor. In busy commercial kitchens, sleek retail counters, and sensitive lab environments, this single piece of hardware helps prevent slamming, preserves finishes, and ensures your lift gate closes exactly as it should — every time.
Topics: Applications, Motion Control, Counterbalance, Hinges, Lid Support, Durability, Aesthetics, Food Industry, kitchen, hospitality