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At OneMonroe, we specialize in crafting a diverse range of custom hinges tailored to suit your specific application needs. In addition to our hinges, we also provide services such as hole punching, forming, offsetting, notching, countersinking, finishing, and plating. For further details, feel free to contact us and explore our comprehensive hinge brochure.

A hinge serves as a vital connection point between two solid objects, permitting a controlled angle of rotation between them. When two objects are joined by a hinge, they pivot around a fixed axis, restricting rotational movement to one direction (typically). Hinges can be fashioned from flexible or rigid materials, commonly including steel, stainless steel, aluminum, plastic, and more.

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Hinges: What Are Countersunk Mounting Holes?

Hinges play an important role in many products. They are found on everything from doors and cabinets to industrial machinery, access panels and more. A key feature of many hinges is mounting holes. One of the most common types of … Read More




What Is Hinge Gauge and Why Is It Important?

You can’t ignore the gauge when shopping for a hinge. Hinges are mechanical bearings that allow for a limited degree of rotation. They are commonly used on doors, gates, cabinets and access panels. Once installed, hinges will allow objects such … Read More




What Are Flat-Tip Hinges?

Hinges are available with different tips. Located at the ends of the barrel — the center formed by the two knuckles — tips serve as decorative accessories. They are essentially caps that cover the ends of the knuckles. While some … Read More




What Are Soft-Close Hinges and How Do They Work?

When upgrading doors, gates, cabinets or access panels with hinges, you may want to use soft-close hinges. Hinges are mechanical bearings that allow for a limited angle of rotation with the surface on which they are installed. They typically consist … Read More




What Is the Paint Clearance of a Hinge?

If you’re planning to paint over a hinge, you should make sure it has a paint clearance. Hinges are commonly used on doors, gates, cabinets and access panels. Once installed, they allow for a limited angle of rotation. As you … Read More