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Ergonomic Hazards in Construction: Protecting Worker Health

Posted by Weber Knapp on Oct 2, 2025 2:23:00 PM

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.

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Topics: Applications, Ergonomics, Industrial, Safety

Lift Gate Assist: Improve Restaurant Safety and Staff Flow

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

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.

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Topics: Applications, Motion Control, Counterbalance, Engineering, Food Industry, kitchen

Weber Knapp Products & Services You May Not Know About

Posted by Weber Knapp on Sep 19, 2025 12:01:20 PM

 

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.  

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Topics: Applications, Ergonomics, Appliance, Counterbalance Hinge, Hinges, Manufacturing, Smokin' Ugly, Drum Smoker Accessories, Services

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

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

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

7 Unique Hinge Designs That Solve Tough Motion Challenges

Posted by Weber Knapp on Jun 11, 2025 8:52:52 AM

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.

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Topics: Counterbalances, Applications, Design, Appliance, Counterbalance, Counterbalance Hinge, Aesthetics, Hidden Hinges

Mechanical Motion Control in Product Design: Tips & Solutions

Posted by Weber Knapp on Jun 10, 2025 9:02:37 AM

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.

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Topics: Applications, Design, Counterbalance, Engineering, Hinges, Manufacturing

Drop Gate Mechanism Design: What Works, What Breaks

Posted by Weber Knapp on Jun 9, 2025 9:14:11 AM

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.

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Topics: Applications, heavy duty hinge, drop gate

How to Choose a Lift Gate Stop for Top-Down Indoor Applications

Posted by Weber Knapp on May 1, 2025 8:48:34 AM

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.

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Topics: Applications, Motion Control, Counterbalance, Hinges, Lid Support, Durability, Aesthetics, Food Industry, kitchen, hospitality