Types of heavy duty hinges offered at Kiesler Machine UK
We can provide the following types of industrial hinges for heavy gates and doors with custom specifications.
- Heavy Duty Butt Hinges: These hinges are distinguished by their identical leaves and large knuckle than other types of hinges. The two leaves will sit flush with each other when the hinge is closed. We can provide heavy duty butt hinges in carbon steel and 304L/316L stainless steel.
- Mortise Hinges: The hinge leaves of these hinges are mortised into the jamb or door frame. We usually recommend these heavy-duty hinges for applications that witness heavy traffic and a lot of traffic. We can provide heavy duty mortise hinges in carbon steel or 304 and 316 stainless steel.
- Non-Mortise Hinges: These hinges can be directly mounted to the door and frame by welding or bolting into the holes. We provide non-mortise hinges for heavy doors, armoured vehicles, military bunker doors, and so on.
- Pivot Hinges: As the name suggests, these hinges can pivot the door or gate on a single point at the top and bottom of the door. Doors can open and close with a smooth, continuous motion because of their design. When there is insufficient space for a standard hinge to swing fully open, pivot door hinges are typically used.
- Needle Bearing Hinges: Needle bearing hinges feature needle bearings, which help reduce friction. They are an excellent choice for applications where smooth operation, durability, and load-bearing capacity are crucial considerations. Their design makes them well-suited for application areas where there is a requirement for hinges for heavy doors.
- Heavy Duty Barrel Hinges: These hinges are recommended for load-bearing applications. They are provided in three material choices – mild steel, 304L or 316L stainless steel. Our hinges are provided in full billet construction, which makes them economical to fabricate and provide a maintenance free hinge for years of trouble free service.
- Heavy Duty Strap Hinges: These hinges possess excellent aesthetic value and are known to lend an authentic historic feel and stylish appearance to the doors or gates where they are used. They can be used on indoor and outdoor applications.
Specifications of Heavy Duty Hinges Offered by Kiesler Machine Inc.
At Kiesler Machine, we provide industrial hinges for heavy doors with the following specifications to meet the installation and mounting requirements of gates and doors across commercial and industrial facilities.
- Materials: Heavy-duty hinges are typically made from robust materials such as high-grade steel, stainless steel, or other durable alloys. The choice of material is essential for providing strength, corrosion resistance, and longevity. We currently provide heavy duty hinges in the following materials:
- 304/304L Stainless Steel
- 316/316L Stainless Steel
- Carbon Steel
- Carbon Steel with Zinc Plating
- Carbon Steel with Hot dipped galvanized coating
- Weight Capacity: Our heavy-duty industrial hinges can support door weights from 1,000 LBS to 40,000 LBS (453.5 KG to 18143.7 KG) and radial loads from 400 LBS to 25,000 LBS (181 KG to 11339 KG).
- Heights: These hinges are available in heights between 5″ and 16″.
- Hinge Pin Material: These hinges are supported by pins made of hardened alloy steel.
- Mounting: They are provided in bolt-on and weld-on mounting configurations.
Advantages of Heavy Duty Hinges Offered by Us
There are several advantages of choosing heavy duty hinges offered by us. We believe these advantages, combined with the value for money, have made us one of the leading suppliers of heavy duty hinges in the UK.
- Long-lasting Service: Our heavy duty hinges are made from materials such as 304/304L stainless steel, 316/316L stainless steel, carbon steel with zinc plating or hot dipped galvanized, which can withstand environmental constraints and handle significant loads and stress.
- Smooth Operation: Despite their heavy-duty nature to withstand heavy loads, they are engineered to provide smooth and consistent operation of doors and gates in commercial facilities. This way, they ensure the gates open and close smoothly without any disturbance for enhanced convenience.
- Customization: Our heavy-duty hinges are suitable for various door weights and sizes. We can provide hinges for your custom needs.
- Variety of Types: At Kiesler Machine, we provide an extensive range of hinges for heavy doors and gates suited to all your requirements.
- Weight Bearing Capacity: These hinges are capable of supporting heavy doors and gates weighing up to 40,000 LBS (18143.7 KG). This makes them suitable for applications where standard hinges will fail due to the weight of the door or regular usage.
- Enhanced Security: The sturdy design and manufacturing of heavy duty hinges add to the increased security of doors and gates. This is particularly helpful in settings like vaults or secure storage facilities where security is a top concern.
Frequently Asked Questions on Heavy Duty Hinges
Q : Where are heavy-duty hinges commonly used?
A : Heavy-duty hinges are used in a variety of applications, including industrial doors, commercial gates, heavy-duty entry doors, and other situations where standard hinges may not provide sufficient strength and support.
Q : What is the difference between heavy-duty and standard hinges?
A : Heavy-duty hinges are designed to support larger and heavier doors or gates compared to standard hinges. They typically have stronger construction, increased load capacity, and enhanced durability.
Q : Do you get hinges as per weight capacity?
A : Yes, you can get hinges with the load capacity that will be suited for our specific application. This is our speciality as we provide custom heavy duty hinges.
Q : Are heavy duty hinges corrosion resistant?
A : Yes, our stainless steel models and coated hinges are corrosion-resistant and can be used in all kinds of environmental situations.
Q : What specific coatings are employed to enhance the corrosion resistance of heavy-duty hinges?
A : Several factors like electroplating, galvanization, powder coating etc. are used to make our carbon steel hinges corrosion resistant or our hinges are also fabricated from 316 and 304 grades of stainless steel.
Q : What are the maintenance requirements for heavy-duty industrial hinges?
A : Our heavy-duty industrial hinges are largely maintenance-free. They are manufactured using dust seals to keep the lubrication in and contamination out.
Q : Can I get standard heavy duty industrial hinges immediately? How much time would custom heavy-duty hinges take to deliver?
A : We maintain an inventory of hinges in stock for immediate shipment.