Located on the Atlantic Ocean, Long Island has historically been a center for fishing and seafood. As the biggest and longest island in the United States, Long Island is rich with beautiful ocean views. Sadly, the intoxicating seaside air is also rich in salt which can have a crippling corrosive effect on buildings and metal components.
Due to this challenging natural environment, a Long Island-based customer recently inquired about a more durable hinge solution for the wrought iron gate. These gates were struggling with lesser-quality hinges that performed poorly in the salty environment. Therefore, finding an ideal gate hinge that can endure harsh conditions while preserving the elegant allure of wrought iron poses a considerable challenge.
Perfect Solution for Battling Coastal Corrosion
Crafted with 316 marine-grade stainless steel, the heavy duty gate hinges stand up to the rigors of a harsh salty seaside environment. 316 stainless steel hinges tend to cost more, yet they are much more durable and reliable in rugged environments. Heavy-duty 316 stainless steels like the ones we use on our wrought iron gate hinges at Waterson are much more weather resistant and less affected by chemical exposure due to chromium, nickel, and molybdenum elemental properties. Therefore stainless steel provides an impressive lifespan. Some of the key benefits of 316 stainless steel include:
316 Stainless Steel Benefits
- Superior corrosion resistance
- Chlorine resistance
- Offshore, marine & washdown applications
Common Waterson 316 Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Hinges Question
Waterson provides a variety of 316 options including 4 x 4, 4.5 x 4.5, 5 x 5, and even 6 x 6, which gives users a host of options for door thicknesses from 1 ¾ to 2 ¼” with square or radius corners.
Waterson Heavy Duty Wrought Iron Gate Hinges
Waterson Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Gate Hinges combine an overhead closer and hinge into one attractive component with optional hold-open and door stop features. Waterson hinges are ideal for commercial openings, gates, and glass doors. These closer hinges are easily installed and adjusted to comply with ADA & ICC A117.1 requirements for opening force and to assure quiet, secure closing. Made with stainless steel, Waterson closer hinges meet NFPA 80 and are UL 3-hour fire-rated, as well as being suitable for both interior and all-weather exterior openings. See all our features.
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