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Motion Control Engineering & Manufacturing Resources

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Motion Control System Design: Improving Accessibility

Posted by Weber Knapp on Jun 18, 2025 10:45:00 AM

Motion control system design affects how people interact with products in everyday settings. If motion feels smooth and natural, users barely notice it. If it feels heavy or awkward, the design becomes a frustration.

That moment of resistance – lifting a lid, moving a panel, opening a door – can shape someone’s entire experience with the equipment. Poor usability often signals deeper design issues that limit performance.

Engineers focused on motion control system design consider more than just movement. They think about safety, repeatability, and long-term function.

When done well, this kind of design supports a safer, more efficient environment without calling attention to itself.

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Topics: Motion Control, Hinges, Industrial, Manufacturing

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

7 Strategies for Hinge Supply Chain Resiliency

Posted by Weber Knapp on Feb 24, 2025 10:49:46 AM

Imagine this: You’ve got a product launch deadline, orders lined up, and production running smoothly — until a critical hinge shipment gets delayed due to a supply chain disruption. Suddenly, everything grinds to a halt. 

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Topics: Hinge, Hinges, Supply Chain, standards & certifications, Manufacturing

4 Refrigerator Door Hinge Types a Designer Should Know

Posted by Weber Knapp on Feb 12, 2025 11:51:42 AM

Every detail plays a role in functionality and aesthetics when designing a kitchen. While elements like countertops, cabinetry, and appliances receive much attention, one small but crucial component often goes unnoticed: the refrigerator door hinge.

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Topics: Applications, Design, Appliance, Hinge, Hinges, Aesthetics, kitchen, hospitality, Manufacturing, Hidden Hinges

Motion Control Manufacturers – Where We Come From

Posted by Weber Knapp on Aug 30, 2024 2:25:15 PM

Every great venture has a story, and we’re no exception.

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Topics: Counterbalances, Manufacturing, Smokin' Ugly

[Capability Spotlight] CNC Turning Services

Posted by Weber Knapp on Apr 10, 2024 4:04:29 PM

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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Topics: Applications, Manufacturing, Services, CNC Turning Services

What Is A Hidden Hinge On A Refrigerator? A Closer Look

Posted by Weber Knapp on Apr 10, 2024 10:24:00 AM

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

Capability Spotlight: Metal Laser Cutting Services

Posted by Weber Knapp on Mar 14, 2024 10:27:16 AM

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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Topics: Manufacturing, Services, Laser Cutting

Does Your Unconventional Project Need a Heavy Duty Hinge?

Posted by Weber Knapp on Nov 28, 2023 4:49:44 PM

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

Precision Matters: Get the Right Lift Gate for Your Folding Countertop

Posted by Weber Knapp on Nov 28, 2023 4:10:14 PM

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