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
In a busy bar or restaurant kitchen, your equipment works just as hard as your staff. The lift hinge is no exception. Skip the upkeep, and you're asking for downtime, injuries, or hardware failure.
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Motion Control,
Counterbalance Hinge,
hospitality
JAMESTOWN, NY — Weber Knapp, an industry innovator in engineered motion control solutions, has launched three new heavy-duty products in its Lift Gate hardware collection. Each one is purpose-built to meet the real-world demands of bars, restaurants, and commercial spaces that rely on reliability, safety, and seamless function.
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Counterbalance,
Counterbalance Hinge,
Hinges
Think about the last project you took the lead on.
Did you run into issues getting the parts you needed?
Were there moments when communication felt like a struggle – maybe because of time zone differences or language barriers?
And how about those frustrating shipping delays?
These challenges are all part of navigating the 2025 supply chain. For manufacturers, it’s all about having the right materials and components ready to keep things moving. Failure to do so stalls production, leading to delays and added costs.
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Topics:
Motion Control,
Counterbalance Hinge,
Hinges
Furniture is more than just a functional element in a space — it plays a key role in defining the ambiance of a room, showcasing personal style, and simplifying everyday tasks.
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Applications,
Design,
Appliance,
Counterbalance,
Counterbalance Hinge,
Hinges,
Finishing,
Aesthetics,
hospitality,
trends,
Hospitality Furniture,
Hidden Hinges
Installing a heavy-duty industrial hinge sounds like a daunting task. Whatever the project is, if the hinge is not designed or installed properly, can lead to safety concerns and operational inefficiencies.
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Topics:
Motion Control,
Design,
Counterbalance Hinge,
Engineering,
Hinge,
Industrial
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.
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Topics:
Ergonomics,
Motion Control,
Design,
Appliance,
Counterbalance Hinge,
Hinge,
Hinges,
Lid,
Testing & Prototyping,
kitchen,
Manufacturing
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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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