Proven and Trusted
These are just a few of our satisfied clients who have come to love motion control hinge design!
Knapp, a former trim designer, joined Weber in 1909, when the manufacturing facility covered a mere few hundred square feet and housed a limited but productive operation.
That year, the enthusiastic partners renamed the business and set it on a course to maintain high quality while providing for gradual but steady growth.
In the first decade, the primary products were phonograph hardware, needle cups and covers, hinges, and supports. 1920 brought growth and diversification when the Keeler Brass Company of Grand Rapids, Michigan purchased Weber Knapp.
Throughout its history, Weber Knapp has continuously been a supplier and contributor to innovations in the manufacturing industry.
It all sparks when an innovative idea meets our patented technology. It doesn’t end until it’s custom packaged and shipped to your door. Check out a day in the life of product design & manufacturing at Weber Knapp.
From BBQ smokers to kitchen appliances -- the possibilities for motion control and counterbalance hinges are endless.
Whether you need a pass-through countertop or a Murphy bed, there is a hinge for your hospitality needs!
Safety is important in every industry, but especially so in the medical industry. From ergonomics to motion control, Weber Knapp is here for your medical environment needs.
This is our bread and butter. Our patented Vecits technology takes motion control and counterbalance hinges to the next level. Find out how!
Ergonomics is all about being comfortable to increase productivity and ROI. We are always developing new ergonomic solutions.
Don’t overlook our machining capabilities! We can do everything from CNC laser cutting to progressive die stamping.
Looking to learn more about motion control, ergonomics, or machining operations? Take a look at some of these great resources!
Where you’re an office boss or an HR department head, you want your employees to be happy and healthy. In the past, the most overlooked way to do that has been providing them with a fully ergonomic office workstation setup.
In product design, motion and perceived quality are closely linked. When a lid, cover, or door moves smoothly or with just the “right” amount of effort, users can tell it's a high-quality product.
Use our proprietary DYO app above by simply plugging in your product’s three critical parameters of the load to be counterbalanced.
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.
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.
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.
These are just a few of our satisfied clients who have come to love motion control hinge design!
Weber Knapp Co.
441 Chandler Street Jamestown, NY 14701
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800.828.9254
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