Tag Archives: Living Hinges

Hinges come in a variety of styles. While you might be familiar with traditional styles consisting of two leaks and an integrated knuckles, there are other styles that often go unnoticed, such as plastic living hinges. Plastic living hinges don’t … Read More

When most people think of hinges, they envision metal door hinges. Door hinges feature a traditional style consisting of two leafs and an integrated knuckle. They are typically made of metal, such as stainless steel, brass, copper or even bronze. … Read More

Contrary to common belief, not all hinges have a knuckle or pin. Some hinges are made of a single piece of flexible material, thereby eliminating the need for these parts. Known as living hinges, they are used to connect two … Read More

Hinges are used to create a limited angle of rotation between two objects. When attached to a door and frame, for instance, a hinge will allow the door to pull open. While most hinges consist of several parts — two … Read More

The term is “living hinge” is somewhat of a misnomer because neither it nor any other hinge is actually alive. Hinges are inanimate objects made of various materials, and living hinges are no exception. So, what is a living hinge … Read More