Gas Spring Guides

Gas springs are a practical and economical solution for controlling the movement of parts in a wide array of devices. These components significantly enhance device functionality and ergonomics, ensuring safety with their controlled motion for both opening and closing actions. Built to endure the lifespan of most equipment, industrial gas springs are self-sufficient units that operate cleanly and require no maintenance.

Designed for robust performance, gas springs are applicable in various sectors including automotive, medical, fitness, and business machinery, as well as in food processing equipment. Their maintenance-free design is particularly advantageous in environments that demand high standards of cleanliness and minimal operational interference, like those found in medical and food industries. Our technical articles provide detailed analysis and applications of gas springs, showcasing how they contribute to equipment efficiency and operator safety. These writings are aimed at helping industry professionals understand the critical role gas springs play in modern mechanical design and how they can be best utilized across different industries to enhance machine operation and safety.

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Gas Spring & Spring Blog Articles

5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Wave Spring Washer

If you’re planning to use a wave spring washer, you’ll need to choose the right type. All wave spring washers feature a curved shape. They aren’t completely flat like traditional washers. Instead, wave spring washers live up to their namesake … Read More




What Is the Free Length of a Spring and Why Does It Matter?

Choosing the right spring is important. Springs, of course, are energy-storing devices. They typically consist of wound coils that, when exposed to an external load, store the load’s energy while simultaneously exerting an equal opposing force. Some springs, however, have … Read More




Active vs Inactive Coils in Compression Springs

Compression springs are used in many consumer and commercial applications. You can find them in mattresses, sofas, door locks, keyboards, suspension systems, seats, medical devices and more. As their name suggests, compression springs are designed to “compress” under load. When … Read More




Static vs Dynamic Loading in Springs: What’s the Difference?

Mechanical springs are used in a wide range of applications. You can find compression-style springs in automotive suspension systems, mattresses, medical equipment and heavy machinery. And you can find extension-style springs in garage doors, trampolines, appliances and medical devices. Whether … Read More





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