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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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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
When shopping for hinges, you may come across the terms “light duty” and “heavy duty.” All hinges are mechanical bearings that connect two or more objects while allowing for a limited angle of rotation. They typically feature two leafs that, … Read More
When shopping for hinges, you may come across flag hinges. Also known as double-acting hinges, they are commonly used on doors and gates. Once installed, flag hinges will allow the door or gate to swing open. Unless you’ve used them … Read More
Hinges are available in many different styles. There are butt hinges consisting of two leafs and an interconnected knuckle, loose joint hinges consisting of a fixed pin in one leaf, continuous hinges consisting of long leafs that span the entire … Read More
When choosing hinges for a humid or moist environment, you should consider the degree to which it’s protected from corrosion. Most hinges are made of metal. Exposure to moisture can trigger oxidation that degrades or destroys the hinge. Some hinges, … Read More