Created By: Midlake ProductsCopyright 2012 Midlake Products & Manufacturing
Design and function are linked closely when itcomes to a product such as hinges
Good tips:
Discuss design needs with a design engineer
Seek input for design tweaks to improve function
Set realistic tolerances for the product
Choose a specific material an finish
Get a quote for your specific order and application
The Importance of
Customizing Your Work
Turrett Punch Press
Manual machine requires a skilled operator
Performs punching operations which save time and provide increased accuracy
CNC Turrett Punch Press
“CNC” stands for “Computer Numerically Controlled”
Program the specifications for each product and the computer will manage the production
Great for higher productivity and more advanced functions.
Types of Hinge
Manufacturing Equipment
Laser Cutting Machines
Computer operated
Allows for minimal product waste and the highest tolerances
Can be customized to cut any shape and size, even multiple products within the same sheet
Hinge Manufacturing
Equipment (continued)
No matter what type of technology is used, the skill of the craftsman operating the equipment is critical to a good output
Increase in emphasis on technology should not reduce the value of skilled craftsman
Input from designers and craftsman is critical for the best output
The Importance of
Craftsmanship
ATM HingesButt Hinges
Concealed HingesContinuous Hinges
(Piano Hinges)
H-HingesInset HingesLatch Hinges
Lift Off HingesMarine Hinges
CommercialHeavy Duty
The Many Types of
Custom Hinges
Non-Mortise HingesOffset HingesRemovable / Slip Joint HingesSecurity HingesSpring HingesStakes HingesStrap HingesSwing Door HingesIndustrialStainless steelT hinges
Powder Coating
Silk Screening
Aluminum Anodizing
Passivating
Plating
E-Coating
Mass Media Blasting & Tumbling
Options for Hinge Finishes
The manufacturer must be able to hold your tolerances during manufacturing
The use of more recent technology (lasers and CNC) makes this easier to accomplish
Conventional wisdom says tighter is always better but not necessarily
Too tight may lead to unnecessary costs
Consult with a design engineer for specific recommendations
A Word About Tolerances
Look for accreditations and certifications which indicate a manufacturer’s commitment to quality
Two to look for include:
ISO Certification
Six Sigma (Lean Manufacturing)
The Importance of Quality
Founded
in 1987
About Midlake Products
Specializes in
custom made
hinges and sheet
metal products
Located in
Louisville, Ohio
(near Akron/Canton)
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"The Definitive Guide to Hinges".
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