How we help our customers
We know that you have choices when it comes to hinge manufacturing, but we are confident that what we offer at Midlake sets us apart from the competitors. When you choose Midlake for your specialty hinge manufacturing, you will enjoy:
- Improved aesthetics and reduced overall landed cost as a result of increased design freedom
- Eliminating the need for secondary operations and problems inherent to assembly and welding by incorporating the hinge into the design.
- Fast quote turnaround
- Fast product turnaround (short lead times)
- Orders built to your specification
Industries and Applications for specialty hinges
Specialty hinges are hinges produced for specific products and applications, allowing our customers to improve their overall product performance. This means that they can be found in almost every industry.
Some of the industries where you are likely to encounter one of these hinges include:
- Medical
- Lavatory
- Lockers
- Agriculture
- Marine
Specific applications of these hinges abound. Some examples are:
- Medical exam tables
- Bathroom doors
- Lockers for schools, security and recreational venues
- Small electrical devices
- Enclosures
- Doors that need to be removed from their hinges regularly
- Prison doors and gates
Materials and Finishes Available for Specialty Hinges
Common materials used in the production of specialty hinges at Midlake include:
- Cold Rolled Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Aluminum
Hinges made from these materials typically have a metal thickness ranging from 0.035" thick to 0.187".
There are also many finishes to choose from, including the following:
- Powder coating
- Passivating
- Plating
- Anodizing
Midlake is a manufacturer that provides a high level of customization and personal service. While we can offer a list of materials and finishes commonly used, it is not a complete representation of our offerings. We have the technology, including in-houselasers, to offer our customers virtually unlimited design flexibility and creativity.