Why 0–120° Is the Optimal Door Opening Angle for Waterson Hinges
“Can I use your self-closing hinges on a door that opens more than 120 degrees?” It’s a question we’ve heard often. In architectural hardware, the [...]
Fire Rated Door Closer with Hold Open: Can They Go Together
When someone asks for a fire rated door closer with hold open, the conflict is built into the request. Most people don’t live in NFPA [...]
Why Do Pool Gate Hinges Rust So Fast
If your pool area gate looks spotless but the hinge is covered in orange rust, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common [...]
Counter Swing Door Hinges: Why Hinge Fails & What Will Last
When a counter swing door refuses to stay controlled, swings too fast, slams shut, or becomes unsafe for staff and customers, the issue isn’t the [...]
Mechanical Brake vs Hydraulic Brake: Key Differences Explained
Recently, during a customer visit, a facility manager asked a great question. They were upgrading several doors in a mixed-use building and noticed that our [...]
Glass Door Hinges Types: Which One Fit Your Application
Why do so many office glass doors start dragging or cracking after just a few months? Often, it’s not the glass—it’s the hinge. The wrong [...]
Why Are Doors and Gates Harder to Close in the Winter
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]
Types of Spring Hinges: Uses, Features, and Considerations
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]
Gate Hinge Adjustment: How to Fix a Gate That Stays Open
Recently, a customer reached out about his Waterson marine grade spring gate hinges installed on a beachside gate. Although he specifically requested non hold open [...]
How Self Close Wood Fence Gate Hinge in Snow and with Latch
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]