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
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
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
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
Every great venture has a story, and we’re no exception.
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Topics:
Counterbalances,
Manufacturing,
Smokin' Ugly
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
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
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
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