An Overview of Door & Lid Holders & Assists.

What is a Door or Lid Assist? 

One type of hardware commonly overlooked in daily lives is door or lid assists. Every time you open a heavy door or lid, more than likely, you are using a lid assist. They are not only practical; they provide a layer of safety as well. Assists also offer strength, but also allow doors to open and close smoothly. So what is a lid or door assist, and how are they most commonly used? 

Common and practical applications: 

• Heavy Doors 
• Ambulance or Emergency Vehicles 
• Cabinets 
• Vehicles 

Common Industries:

• Ambulance and Emergency Vehicles 
• Fire 
• Construction 
• Utility Vehicles 
• Recreational Vehicles 

Selecting the Right Hardware.

There a few different things to consider for purchasing the right door or lid assist for your desired application. For starters, consider the strength needed for your project. If this is for small cabinetry, you will not need something as strong as say for a heavy-duty industrial application. This is just one comparison, but there are many different applications. In addition to strength or size, you can also consider finish and material. For something that you need to be durable to withstand lots of usage like for emergency vehicles, you need something that is made for strength and durability.

There are other things to consider as well, such as this will be used indoors or outdoors. In this case, the type of material you select does matter. For outdoor use, you need something that will withstand different natural elements and still stand up to the job. As you can see, there are a lot of variables, that’s why selecting the right hardware with Austin hardware’s product experts and helpful parts finder is a great tool to help you find the parts you need. 

Why Austin Engineering? 

When it comes to finding the right door or lid assist, you want one that is custom for your needs. This boils down to custom design, strength, and finish for your specific set of requirements. Our engineering team’s goal is to work alongside our customers to provide the best solutions. We aim to gather the right information about your specific needs and create a solution for your business. Our dedication to excellence, as well as sixty years of experience, means that you get the right product for your needs. 

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