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9/3/2024 8:18 AM
Lift-off hinges, slip hinges, loose joint hinges, take-apart hinges. These are all names for a 2-piece male and female hinge set.
Lift...
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2/21/2024 2:35 PM
Our wide selection of Guden Butt Hinges includes dozens of different sizes and varieties. All are in stock and available for immediate shipment.
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1/3/2024 3:32 PM
Are you looking for extra security in keeping your enclosure door or gate closed? Guden Hasps and Staples can add that tampering deterrent that you...
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12/15/2023 2:34 PM
Are you looking for a product that can help slow the motion of a door or lid? Unlike a Guden Gas Spring, which would aid...
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12/14/2023 11:15 AM
Are you looking to quickly latch a gate or door shut, but want to be able to open and unlatch it easily? The Guden Slam...
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11/27/2023 2:58 PM
Do you have a door or panel that needs a handle but you don't want it extending from the surface? Guden Recessed Flush Pulls...
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11/13/2023 3:14 PM
Guden folding lid supports are an alternative to Guden Gas Springs for keeping something in the open position. Each is available in a matching mirror...
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11/1/2023 2:42 PM
Are you looking for a hinge for your application? Guden has a huge offering of stock hinges in many varieties and styles. From continuous hinges...
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10/27/2023 2:29 PM
Are you mounting your hinges with screws or fasteners and want them supplied already punched with holes? Guden has a variety of options for you...
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10/20/2023 2:38 PM
Are you needing the leaves of your hinge in two different planes? Maybe the surfaces you're mounting to aren't level or there is...
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10/6/2023 3:08 PM
We have all heard the words Artificial Intelligence, and it seems AI is all the buzz.
Companies around the globe seem to be racing to...
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10/5/2023 2:33 PM
Are you looking for a streamlined hinge that can be bolted on and easily be taken apart? Similar to our popular Weld-On type hinges...
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9/18/2023 2:07 PM
Are you needing your hinge leaves to have one or more bends? Maybe the mounting surface for each leaf isn't in the same plane...
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9/7/2023 2:20 PM
Are you needing a spring-loaded latch hinge? Guden has many sizes and varieties to suit almost any requirement. Each is assembled with a spring...
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8/31/2023 2:42 PM
Are you looking for more information on how to cut your continuous hinges to custom lengths? There are two main ways to have that done...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
8/25/2023 2:23 PM
For over 100 years, Guden has built our reputation on supplying hinges to the industrial marketplace. In addition to catches, latches, gas springs, dampers and...
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8/14/2023 2:40 PM
Guden has many of the popular MS-20001 extruded aluminum military specification hinges in stock. Unlike commercial rolled hinges, these hinges are a solid extruded...
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8/8/2023 2:11 PM
Are you looking for a take-apart style hinge but don't have room in your mounting for the leaves? Guden has the perfect solution...
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7/31/2023 2:19 PM
Are you looking for stock hinges available with holes? Many of the Guden Hinges in stock are available with a pre-punched pattern of holes...
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7/27/2023 2:18 PM
Barrel Diameter and Pin Diameter for a hinge are two dimensions that are sometimes mistaken for each other. The Pin Diameter is just the dimension...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
7/21/2023 2:13 PM
In addition to our broad selection of hinges and handles, Guden also supplies a diverse range of Gas Springs. These products are perfect for a...
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7/18/2023 11:21 AM
Are you searching for a way to keep a door or panel securely closed? Guden Hasp and Staple lets you do that and use a...
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7/12/2023 11:06 AM
Are you needing a hinge to have two pivots so two panels could move in both directions? Guden Bi-Fold Hinges can do just that...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
6/30/2023 12:26 PM
Most standard hinges are mounted either on the outside surface of your door and frame or between them. Either way, you end up having the...
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6/27/2023 2:10 PM
Are you looking for a way to cinch a lid tight to it's frame and have it stay in place? A Guden two-piece...
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6/20/2023 12:46 PM
Are you needing a handle for your application? Guden has many different varieties and types in all shapes and sizes. From grab handles to extruded...
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6/14/2023 11:40 AM
Have you been looking for information on how to measure your hinges? Here's a simple guide for the main dimensional components of your hinge...
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6/6/2023 9:32 AM
Continuous hinges, also known as piano hinges, are full lengths or sticks of hinge. They are available from stock in 6 or 7 foot lengths...
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5/30/2023 11:20 AM
Are you needing hinges that can allow doors to be removable? Guden Lift Off Hinges are also called Slip Joint Hinges, and allow for this...
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5/22/2023 2:27 PM
Are you needing help finding which gas spring size and pressure will work best in your application? Trial and error is one way to go...
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5/15/2023 2:25 PM
Are you needing some assistance creating your own custom hinge? Still unsure of what you want to design or what parameters are possible? Check out...
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5/9/2023 12:26 PM
Are you looking for hinges that aren't made of metal? Guden has a large selection of plastic hinges in many shapes and sizes. Plastic...
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5/1/2023 2:15 PM
Are you looking for wheels or casters for your application? Guden has a wide selection of E R Wagner casters in stock and can provide...
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4/24/2023 2:12 PM
For applications where the holes on the hinge aren't matching up with holes in your chassis or frame, standard round holes are usually the...
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4/19/2023 2:17 PM
Are you looking for an alternative to a Ball Stud for mounting your gas springs? Maybe your design doesn't have the room for the...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
4/14/2023 2:11 PM
What is the action of a spring-loaded-to-close hinge? Just like Spring-Loaded-to-Open hinge in the previous post, it should have...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
4/3/2023 2:12 PM
What is the action of a spring-loaded-to-open hinge? First, a hinge should have one or more knuckles
removed and replaced with a...
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3/27/2023 11:19 AM
Are you needing a door to stay closed without a magnet or outside latch? Guden Tension Ball Catches are the answer you're looking for...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
3/20/2023 11:06 AM
Are you looking for an alternative to a gas spring for keeping doors and lids open? Folding lid supports are a different way to achieve...
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3/14/2023 10:47 AM
Searching for a pull handle that is more decorative than just a rod or bar type pull? Extruded aluminum pulls might be the answer. Guden...
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3/7/2023 10:27 AM
Are you looking for an alternative to the standard square hinge corners? Guden can supply your hinges with Radius Corners which is a rounding of...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
2/28/2023 2:42 PM
Gas springs are nitrogen filled assemblies that can help lift and hold open a lid, door or cover. They're also commonly known as gas...
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2/20/2023 2:38 PM
Are you looking for a chest handle that has a spring-loaded bail? Guden has a wide variety of chest handles that are assembled with...
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2/14/2023 2:19 PM
Self-Clinching Fasteners are an easy way to install your hinges quickly.
They are pressed right into your hinge leaves and are available in a...
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2/6/2023 2:02 PM
Are you looking for a knob for your application? Guden has several styles available to suit a variety of needs. We carry standard brass material...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
1/31/2023 11:28 AM
Are you looking for Butt Hinges with holes? Guden has many varieties of stock parts with a standard hole pattern. Each hinge is supplied with...
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1/23/2023 3:35 PM
Looking for hinges with a spring-loaded pin? Guden Spring Latch Hinges with retractable pins are the answer.
Each hinge is supplied with a spring...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
1/17/2023 3:05 PM
Lift-Off Hinges, also known as Slip Joint Hinges, are a two-piece hinge set that allows for a door to be
taken off the...
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1/9/2023 2:44 PM
Need help with a custom hinge leaf shape? Guden has access to several tooling set ups and machinery and can
supply just about any hinge...
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1/3/2023 2:05 PM
Are you needing a lift-off style hinge that is leafless and has a sleek profile? Guden Weld-On Bullet Hinges
are the answer. Each...
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12/15/2022 3:27 PM
You, Guden and 2023!
Another year almost under our belts and for Guden, that would be 102 years to be exact! As most of...
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Another year almost under our belts and for Guden, that would be 102 years to be exact! As most of...
Posted By: tjh@guden.com
12/13/2022 2:43 PM
There are two styles of dampers, but which one is right for your application? It's better to explain the motion of
each unit because...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
12/8/2022 12:29 PM
Standard catch and strikes securely pull down to keep a lid or cover in the closed position, but some applications
require more strength in the...
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11/28/2022 12:44 PM
Most standard hinges have both leaves at the same width. but if your application requires different width leaves, Guden can supply that customization quickly and...
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11/18/2022 11:40 AM
Are you looking to conceal your hinge from view? One popular product for this is a Soss hinge. These hinges are mounted within the door...
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11/8/2022 11:17 AM
Needing help dimensioning a clipped corner on your hinge? Look no further! It's as simple as just a dimension and an angle for the...
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11/1/2022 10:16 AM
One of the dimensions on your hinge is the Open Width, and sometimes it's confused with the term Leaf Width. Open width is the...
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10/24/2022 9:42 AM
Are you needing a butt hinge that's going to be used outdoors and has to be corrosion resistant? Guden carries several options for you...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
10/19/2022 9:24 AM
We can't tell you how many times a customer has asked this question for mounting their gas springs into their application. The answer is...
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10/11/2022 4:14 PM
Are you needing a hinge that's custom to print? Guden can quickly and efficiently help guide you to the exact hinge you need. With...
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10/4/2022 4:02 PM
Are you looking for an easy way to keep a panel switch or button covered, but still give access to it when needed? Guden Cover...
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9/28/2022 2:02 PM
Which operation do you need to do on your hinge leaves to fit your application? First, we can discuss what each term means. Swaging typically...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
9/20/2022 1:00 PM
Some applications require a door or panel to stay in the closed position and may not have the clearance or room for a traditional catch...
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9/13/2022 2:24 PM
Some hinge applications require your leaves to have cut outs or shapes to work around existing obstructions that won't allow for the hinge leaf...
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9/6/2022 2:51 PM
Do you have a situation where you'd rather not see the hinge barrel? Or you want as little gap between the door and jam...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
8/18/2022 3:28 PM
With access to many different forms of production machinery, Guden can usually supply your custom hinge exactly to your specifications. As we help guide you...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
8/10/2022 3:48 PM
Is your application needing the lid or cover to stay open at several different positions? Guden gas springs or standard lid supports can easily open...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
7/28/2022 3:16 PM
Many are curious as to how you mount or remove a gas spring in an application. First, your mounting point have to be set for...
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7/25/2022 2:59 PM
For decades, companies serving the aerospace industry have relied on Guden for their hinges. MS20001 extruded aluminum hinges, MS20257 aluminum and stainless steel hinges as...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
7/22/2022 2:50 PM
Spring latch hinges come in two versions: A left hand version and a mirror image right hand version. But how can you be sure which...
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7/14/2022 2:44 PM
What exactly is a Weld-On Hinges or a Bullet Hinge? This style of hinge is called either of these names due to it having...
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7/7/2022 2:25 PM
Pin Retention - How To Keep a Hinge Pin From Falling Out
What is the best way to keep your hinge pin from working its...
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What is the best way to keep your hinge pin from working its...
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6/28/2022 2:07 PM
Are you looking for hinges that can come apart, but are secure when assembled together? Guden Un-Hinges have retractable pins that allow for the...
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6/21/2022 12:06 PM
What are the parts that make up a Catch and Strike set? Sometimes also referred to as Draw Pull Catches, they're comprised of A...
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6/15/2022 11:50 AM
Are you trying to dimension where the holes are going to be our custom hinge? First, almost always, the hole dimensioning is taken to and...
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6/8/2022 10:22 AM
What exactly are extruded aluminum hinges? Unlike regular rolled hinges where the flat sheet of metal is curled around the pin, extruded hinges are one...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
5/26/2022 10:03 AM
The answer is Yes! Temperature can be a very big factor in how a gas spring operates in an application. The gas spring cylinder is...
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5/24/2022 9:56 AM
Are you looking for a more stylish appearance for your hinge knuckles? Is your hinge length not a multiple of the knuckle length? Then you...
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5/17/2022 3:52 PM
Are you looking for custom hinge leaves? Guden can supply unequal leaves, bends, holes slots, and an assortment of customizations to any hinge leaf or...
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5/10/2022 3:47 PM
Leaf swaging is the process of changing the plane of one or both of the hinge leaves. The operation moves the leaf or leaves in...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
4/28/2022 3:30 PM
Now more than ever, many of us are realizing just how important the on-time deliveries and stock levels of our suppliers have become. As...
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4/26/2022 3:21 PM
Guden door pulls come in many shapes and sizes. They are available with holes for mounting with fasteners and without holes for welding. Many applications...
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4/19/2022 3:08 PM
There are many ways to cut a hinge, but an unbalanced shear can also satisfy two requirements. This type of cut shears through the knuckle...
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4/12/2022 2:55 PM
For applications where one gas spring end is higher than the other for the majority of it's at rest position, it is recommended to...
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4/5/2022 2:49 PM
Does your application require your hinge leaves to be more than just bent at an angle? Guden has access to many manufacturing and tooling processes...
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3/24/2022 2:33 PM
There are lots of hardware choices to keep a door closed, but there are some even better choices to also allow for opening the door...
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3/22/2022 2:25 PM
Are you looking for a decorative knob for your application? Guden has a selection of stock knobs in several materials and finishes. Some have a...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
3/15/2022 2:07 PM
The pin and barrel dimension for a hinge can sometimes be a mistakenly called out, which at times can be confusing. They are related, but...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
3/8/2022 1:59 PM
Many applications just require a piece of hardware to grip so someone can open a door or lid. Guden threaded Rod Pulls are an easy...
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3/1/2022 12:46 PM
Does your hinge require more than just holes or slots? Maybe you're looking to place a hinge around something that doesn't allow your...
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2/18/2022 11:35 AM
Are you looking for a hinge that has strength, beauty and can also be concealed from view? Guden has your answer with Soss Invisible Hinges...
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2/15/2022 11:26 AM
Most of you have probably looked under a folding table and seen how the legs are connected. Or maybe you've even had to collapse...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
2/8/2022 11:17 AM
You've all seen holes that have a slight angle to them so a flathead screw can fit snugly and lay flat into the surface...
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2/1/2022 11:09 AM
Are you looking for a hinge that can be mounted hidden from view? Guden offers a selection of hinges for just this type of application...
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1/24/2022 4:13 PM
When you’re looking for gas springs, you usually will have the choice of black nitrided or chrome plated rods. But why choose one over...
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1/18/2022 4:03 PM
Most stock hinges have two leaves that lay flat for attaching to another flat surface. But what do you do when you need to mount...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
1/11/2022 3:47 PM
Are you in need of a hinge that allows you to lift off your door like this wall locker box? Guden carries a large selection...
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1/4/2022 3:27 PM
Gas springs are filled with nitrogen and when at rest, that pressurized nitrogen keeps pushing the rod out of the tube. The pressure of gas...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
12/21/2021 3:15 PM
Two-piece draw pull catch and strike sets are a great way of securing a door, cover or lid in place as soon in this...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
12/20/2021 3:03 PM
Spring loaded hinges are available in two styles; spring-loaded-to-open and spring-loaded-to-close. They are stocked in plain steel, zinc plated...
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12/14/2021 2:54 PM
Slots, also known as obrounds or ovals, need to have a dimension to identify their size just like any other perforation. When dimensioning holes, all...
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12/7/2021 2:49 PM
Ever wonder why sometimes you see a different size gaps around the knuckles of a hinge? The gap is the paint clearance for the hinge...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
11/30/2021 2:35 PM
The pin of the hinge is normally run loose enough for the hinge to turn, but tight enough so that it doesn't just fall...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
11/23/2021 2:28 PM
Some applications need more than just 1 pin and two leaves to allow for a door to swing even wider than usual, or to fold...
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11/22/2021 2:13 PM
Having trouble deciding on how to mount your hinge? There are a number of different ways of mounting your hinge depending on your requirements. Here...
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11/16/2021 2:03 PM
Larger weights and high security applications often require heavy duty hinges and Guden has plenty of them right on shelf for immediate shipment. Take for...
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11/9/2021 11:54 AM
It's their gleaming shiny finish that gets Guden strap and T hinges noticed! Each hinge has a smaller leaf for the frame and a...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
11/1/2021 11:41 AM
Most standard hinges have leaves that are the same length but what about applications that would benefit from one leaf being a different size than...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
10/22/2021 11:15 AM
Don't be a square, or a rectangle too for that matter. Tired of all the standard hinge shapes? Guden has your answer! Laser cutting...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
10/19/2021 11:02 AM
Searching for hardware to keep a door or lid shut is easy. And finding a product that allows for a quick opening is just as...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
10/12/2021 10:44 AM
Choosing the wrong type of handle or pull for your application could just have you end up with this situation! Many factors should be reviewed...
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10/5/2021 3:51 PM
Continuous hinges are supplied in several different knuckle length sizes. From .25" knuckles to .50", .625 , the rare .75" and then 1" and 2" knuckles...
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9/27/2021 2:40 PM
Gas springs without black nitrided rods? How 2000's! " Detective H.A, thought to himself as he spied the lid on this box. He certainly...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
9/21/2021 2:18 PM
A great looking rod pull is the perfect addition to any door. I spied this stainless steel handle on this glass door and it made...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
9/13/2021 10:18 AM
Selecting the product that works perfectly in your application sometimes requires reviewing different items that have very similar functions,
but have different attributes to offer...
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9/7/2021 9:58 AM
Corrosion resistance is a concern for many hinge applications and many will opt for stainless steel or aluminum materials as they will resist rust adequately...
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8/31/2021 4:04 PM
Detective H.A. Wasn't quite sure what to make of this hinge he spied underneath an adjustable seat on a plane. At first glance...
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8/24/2021 3:58 PM
No matter where you are, you should always keep a look out for hinges! Sometimes they're in a hidden spot, but sometimes, like...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
8/17/2021 3:49 PM
Most people know hinges to have standard square corners, but a corner doesn't have to just be a corner. Here are two common custom...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
8/8/2021 3:40 PM
It was late evening at a roadside diner when Detective H.A. had an odd feeling. He scoped around a bit, and then spotted...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
7/27/2021 3:28 PM
Paint clearance is the normal gap left between the knuckle and the barrel of the hinge when it is made. It's used as a...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
7/8/2021 2:49 PM
Soss Invisible Hinges are the perfect product for when you need a concealed hinge. Decorative and strong, they're mounted within the door and frame...
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Posted By: tjh@guden.com
11/30/2018 10:51 AM
Gas Spring Definition:
(noun) A motion control device that offers controlled raising of an object with the use of gas pressure.Gas Spring Synonyms...
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(noun) A motion control device that offers controlled raising of an object with the use of gas pressure.Gas Spring Synonyms...
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1/9/2018 1:51 PM
Noun
A hinged clasp used for securing a door, lid, etc. Hasps usually pass over a staple and are fastened by a pin or...
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A hinged clasp used for securing a door, lid, etc. Hasps usually pass over a staple and are fastened by a pin or...
Posted By: tjh@guden.com
8/1/2016 1:49 PM
Selecting a gas spring for testing can be tricky -- Let Guden give you a hand.
Using our form, you can give us a clear...
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Using our form, you can give us a clear...
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