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Special Purpose Hinges: What are they and what are they used for?

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Special Purpose Hinges: What are they and what are they used for?

calendar iconFeb 4, 2022
While we stock a range of standard Hinges, we also provide an extensive range of Special Purpose Hinges that are perfectly suited to those particular jobs. We take a look at the types of Special Purpose Hinges and the jobs you need them for.
Counter Flap Hinge

Strap Hinges

If standard Door Hinges won’t do the job, you may want to invest in some Strap Hinges.

As well as commonly being used in several fixtures, such as kitchen cabinets and trestle table leg frames, Strap Hinges are designed to accommodate for both interior and exterior heavy-duty doors. Some Strap Hinges have the ability to bear a load as large as 300lbs depending on the strap size. For exterior purposes, Strap Hinges are often seen on larger, more heavy-duty gates.

Strap Hinges have excellent load bearing capabilities due to their long and narrow design, so next time you’re taking on a more heavy-duty application, Strap Hinges could be the perfect fit.

Strap Hinge

Counter Flap Hinges

A type of Hinge that has a very distinct purpose, Counter Flap Hinges are designed to operate in an upwards direction and to lie flat when in a closed position.

For domestic applications, Counter Flap Hinges, as the name suggests, are ideal for light-duty bars and countertops that possess a folding function.

Counter Flap Hinge

Hydraulic Hinges

For applications where the opening and closing process of a Hinge must be carefully controlled, Hydraulic Hinges are the way to go.

As well as being used in standard interior and exterior doors, Hydraulic Hinges are particularly common place in refrigerators in commercial settings.

These Hinges work by using hydraulic fluid to control the force, speed and movement of the door in question, as well as keeping these factors smooth and constant throughout the use of the door.

This process results in a closing process that requires minimal effort from the user’s perspective and ensures that equipment such as refrigerators are not left open. Our range of Hydraulic Hinges are available in a range of finishes and load bearing capabilities.

Hydraulic Hinge

Cubicle Pivots

Made clear in its name, Cubicle Pivots are designed to be fitted to cubicles in commercial settings. When used in conjunction with a Cubicle Pivot Set, this component offers both the ability to function like a normal one-way opening door, but when the device is disabled, the door can then operate both inwardly and outwardly, making access easier if an occupant is in distress.

Cubicle Pivots are the ideal solution for create a safe and comfortable space for multiple occupancy washrooms in both commercial and residential settings, and its excellent load bearing capabilities as well as being manufactured from Stainless Steel for maximum durability means the product will stand the test of time.

Cubicle Pivot

Our range of Hinges covers a multitude of needs, even for the most specific jobs around, to shop our Special Purpose Hinges, you can find out more here.

Find out more here about our full range of Hinges.

 

 

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