More and more project managers are reaching out to us every day with requests for heavy-duty hinge functionality. Many of these high-frequency commercial retail locations need a durable solution that is also ADA compliant. Interior gates are generally lightweight, however,...
Doors need hinges for smooth maneuvering when opening them inwards and outwards. Spring hinges are designed to help door joints to close automatically. Currently, the market has numerous door closers making it hard to find an ideal one. Here are...
Waterson commercial spring hinges, also called door closer hinges, are designed with a state-of-the-art speed control function that allows users to precisely adjust door movement speed. In addition, Waterson hinges include an easily adjustable closing force that can match various...
Traditional hidden door closers can certainly improve entryway aesthetics by hiding closing mechanisms inside doors or frames. At the same time, they successfully satisfy clearance issues where there may not be enough meat for an overhead door closer. Architects tend...
A private bank owner recently contacted us regarding outfitting his stately bank office with Waterson Hinges. He expressed interest in locating a quiet, yet durable self-closing and latching gate door hinge solution for his busy reception area that would function...
Concealed doors are a design trend around the world due to their clean, modern look. They are desirable for their unobtrusive hidden appeal as entrances to private spaces like restrooms, dressing rooms, and storage spaces, particularly in urban areas. In...
The Phu Quoc Island Resort in Vietnam refitted all of their luxury villa doors with Waterson closer hinges due to costly and unsightly rust that had plagued their previous concealed door closers. The 1000+ room changeover sadly cost the 6-star...
When considering self-closing weld on hinges, material matters. Large, heavy gates require heavy-duty hinges that are strong enough to handle the swing of a substantial load. On the other hand, corrosion can be a significant consideration for outdoor gates around...
Historical buildings pepper our cities as story keepers of our past, painting a portrait of significance and aesthetics. For many decades and even centuries, landmark sites have been part of our lives. Today, many significant and antique locations occasionally require...
