Maximizing comfort and value in an interior space is both fun and challenging for home and hospitality designers. It’s the #1 priority for tiny homes and studio apartments, but also a worthwhile endeavor for those designing in larger spaces.
That’s why multipurpose and fold-out furniture is quickly gaining traction in the home and hospitality markets.
Fold-out and multipurpose furniture either serve multiple functions, allow for easy storage, or both.
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Topics:
Applications,
Ergonomics,
Motion Control,
Design,
Medical Equipment,
hospitality
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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Applications,
Manufacturing,
Services,
CNC Turning Services
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.
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Topics:
Applications,
Ergonomics,
Safety,
office equipment
Universities and learning institutions are dynamic environments where knowledge is shared, discoveries are made, and the next generation of healthcare professionals is shaped.
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Topics:
Applications,
Ergonomics,
Medical Equipment,
Safety,
office equipment
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.
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Topics:
Applications,
Design,
Counterbalance,
Counterbalance Hinge,
Engineering,
Hinges,
Vectis,
Manufacturing
You have a beautiful kitchen design in mind, complete with a folding countertop.
But have you considered the weight of this addition?
When it comes to folding countertop projects, precision is key. The weight and size of the countertop being lifted can greatly affect the counterbalance of the motion control system, and guessing or estimating can lead to serious problems.
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Topics:
Counterbalances,
Applications,
Motion Control,
Design,
Center of Gravity,
Counterbalance,
Counterbalance Hinge,
Engineering,
Hinge,
Hinges,
Manufacturing
The term "roughing it" doesn’t apply to "glamping."
Short for glamorous camping, glamping is a way for people to connect with nature without sacrificing the comforts of modern living. In fact, glamping brings a bit of luxury to a camping scenario.
When designing glamping furniture, the key is to balance style and functionality.
One crucial component in achieving this balance is using kinematic hinges. These innovative hinges add an element of luxury to glamping furniture design and provide smooth and controlled motion, making them an essential feature for glamping furniture.
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Topics:
Applications,
Design,
Counterbalance Hinge,
Engineering,
Hinges,
Aesthetics,
kitchen,
Manufacturing,
Hospitality Furniture
From country roads to major highways, you'll likely spot more boutique hotels than vast chains. Even near big cities, boutique hotels are gaining traction.
Globally, today's clientele values the "experience" aspect of their purchases. This holds for an awaited online package, a meal at a themed eatery, and beyond.
Hotels and motels are striving to offer that distinct experience.
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Topics:
Counterbalances,
Applications,
Motion Control,
Gas Springs,
Appliance,
Center of Gravity,
Counterbalance Hinge,
Engineering,
Hinge,
Durability,
Aesthetics,
Safety,
Food Industry,
Testing & Prototyping,
kitchen,
hospitality,
office equipment,
Manufacturing,
Hospitality Furniture
Do you ever think solutions are too complicated, and everything’s moving too fast? Have you noticed that sometimes the high-tech products meant to make our lives easier are more of a chore to figure out and use?
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Applications
Like so many other manufacturing technologies, counterbalance systems make life easier for the end customer. Matched with the right application, they can be a game-changer for user experience and safety.
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Topics:
Counterbalances,
Applications,
Motion Control