Editor's Note: This piece is an installment of an occasional series that looks at metalworking and fabrication services offered by Weber Knapp.
The right metal finish can make all the difference in the lifespan and functionality of a product.
Just ask those who made the wrong finish choice.
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Topics:
Finishing,
Aesthetics,
Services
There’s nothing like taking your idea to a full-service manufacturer and getting a complete solution, start to finish.
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Topics:
Motion Control,
Design,
Counterbalance Hinge,
Engineering,
Finishing,
Durability,
Aesthetics,
Testing & Prototyping
Do not underestimate the power of powder coating!
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Topics:
Appliance,
Finishing,
Durability,
Aesthetics
So your next design – be it a dishwasher, smoker, tanning bed, refrigerator, or another piece of equipment – needs the support and reliability of heavy duty industrial hinges. You’re working on your hinge design calculations and material specs, and things are getting complicated.
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Topics:
Counterbalances,
Motion Control,
Design,
Engineering,
Hinges,
Lid Support,
Finishing,
Durability,
Aesthetics,
Safety
No matter where you live, work, or play, there are hinges around. Cabinets, fridges, grills, cars, and airplanes all have hinges that we interact with on the day-to-day.
Boats in particular offer an interesting opportunity for implementing kinematic motion control, mechanical spring counterbalance, and spring assist technologies. Marine hinge design takes into account factors ordinary hinge design might not, including weather condition, humidity, and corrosion.
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Topics:
Applications,
Ergonomics,
Motion Control,
Design,
Hinge,
Hinges,
Industrial,
Finishing,
Durability,
Manufacturing
Even though electroplating sounds like a process straight out of a science fiction movie, it’s actually an excellent way to enhance the look, durability, and functionality of metal components.
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Topics:
Industrial,
Finishing,
Durability,
Aesthetics,
Cost
Much like IoT has invaded just about every household, commercial, and industrial device, more and more markets are making use of motion control and lift assist technology. Buyers in a growing number of industries not only appreciate, but also expect motion control to take their product to another level, whether it’s:
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Topics:
Counterbalances,
Applications,
Design,
Gas Springs,
Grill,
Industrial,
Smoker,
Finishing,
Durability,
kitchen
Metal is the backbone of many high-quality commercial and industrial products. While metal alone does a nice job of adding durability, function, and strength, the right type of finish can add even more value to the end product.
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Topics:
Industrial,
Finishing,
Durability,
Aesthetics