There are many ways to make something go from point A to point B. Not all of them are great long-term solutions.
How to Replace Gas Springs With Mechanical Springs in a Hinge Design
Topics: Counterbalances, Motion Control, Gas Springs, Engineering, Industrial
5 Jobs That Call for Computers on Wheels: Schools, Hospitals, & More
Changes in the way we learn, take care of others, and problem-solve have resulted in demand for more flexible tech at school and work. Computers on wheels (COWs) accomplish just that.
To the uninitiated, computers on wheels are desktops or laptops situated on a powered mobile cart.
Computers on wheels enable professionals in various industries to expand their services, improve patient experiences and outcomes, increase revenue, and transform learning experiences.
Here’s how they can become a viable solution for profitability and efficiency in your office or school!
Topics: Engineering, Push Cart, Medical Equipment, Safety
Office Hot Desking Essentials for Ergonomic Workstations
Are you looking for office furniture that can serve multiple people of all sizes, at all times of the day? Hot desking (aka “hoteling”) is a growing trend that allows business owners or office managers to reduce overhead by not letting desks sit idle. Instead, employees reserve a desk as needed for their in-office days.
Topics: Ergonomics, Motion Control, Engineering, Hinges, Safety, office equipment
Top 8 Spring-Assist Hinge Applications for Product Design
Picking the right hinge for the right application can often seem like a difficult puzzle. You have to consider the cycle life, environment, and cost, which can often leave you at a standstill.
But there’s one hinge option that balances all three factors to provide a reliable, cost-effective solution: spring-assist hinges.
Topics: Applications, Motion Control, Engineering, Hinges, Springloaded
Weber Knapp: How a Manufacturer Can Survive & Thrive for 110+ Years
Not all manufacturers get to boast that they’ve been around for a century. But Weber Knapp can, and it’s thanks to our dedication to innovation and diversity. The technology has transformed since the 1900s, and so has the way we optimize your product.
Topics: Motion Control, Counterbalance Hinge, Engineering, Hinges, Industrial, Vectis
Say you have a design for a component, but you’re not quite sure how to make it. You know it should be die stamped, but you only have a traditional die stamping machine, and that’s not going to cut it for this complex design.
Topics: Design, Engineering, Industrial, Manufacturing
Mechanical motion control manufacturers power up their machining equipment every day. CNC milling machines are creating detailed work, and jig routers are making deep cuts.
Topics: Design, Engineering, Industrial, Manufacturing
How to Get the Most out of CNC Press Brake Services
A mechanical motion control hinge manufacturer typically keeps a wide variety of capabilities in-house, but CNC press brake services are particularly important.
Topics: Engineering, Industrial, Manufacturing
Weber Knapp Employee Focus: From Assembly Line to the President’s Desk
Yes, Weber Knapp specializes in motion control engineering and counterbalance hinge design, but we’re also experts in education and opportunity.
Topics: News, Motion Control, Engineering, Vectis
CNC Turning Machines: Fast and Easy Turned Components
What can you make with a CNC turning machine? Fittings, rings, door knobs, spinning tops, gears -- you name it!
Topics: Engineering, Industrial, Manufacturing
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