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This section provides an overview for hinge pins as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 28 hinge pin manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked hinge pin companies as of December, 2024: 1.SPIROL International Corporation, 2.Form Cut Industries, Inc., 3.PennEngineering.
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A hinge pin is a crucial component in hinge systems, primarily used for enabling the opening and closing of doors, lids, and other movable parts. It is attached to the edge of the component that needs to pivot and is inserted into a corresponding hole in the frame or body, functioning as a pivot point.
Specifically, a "hinge pin" refers to a rod-like pin that rotates within the hole of the receiving component, facilitating smooth movement.
Hinge pins find diverse applications, including indoor mechanisms, vertical-opening window locks, box lids, fitness equipment, and other fixtures. They are also integral to hydraulic door stoppers and manual paper cutters, where they aid in the movement of parts. In heavy-duty applications, such as tool cabinet doors and coin-operated lockers, hinge pins provide enhanced durability and frequent usage capability.
When installed correctly with durable materials like stainless steel or hardened steel, hinge pins offer semi-permanent performance, barring issues like rust or dust accumulation. The basic mechanism is straightforward: a rod (the hinge pin) rotates inside a cylindrical receptacle. This simple design allows for various connection types and adaptability to different applications.
For example, in office paper cutters, the operational part and the fixed part are joined with a type of hinge pin connection known as a 'split stop.' Stronger connections, like the 'key stopper,' offer greater stability. There are also various fastening types, including set-ring, set-screw, and nut-fastening, each differing in serviceability.
Hinge pins are also commonly used in less visible applications, such as commercial refrigerators and car bodies, including hood and trunk mechanisms which often combine hinge pins with door catches.
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Better Home Products founded in Southlake, Texas, USA, in 1994, is a manufacturer of decorative and functional hardware products for the residential and multifamily new-construction industry. The company offers products including locksets, bathroom accessories, cabinet pulls, and door hardware. Its products make kitchens and bathrooms functional and decorated. The company provides accessories and parts. Door and closet hardware items including handles, knobs, hinges, locks, and other accessories are used to open, close, and secure doors and storage spaces.
Cal-Royal Products, Inc. founded in Commerce, California, USA, in 1983, is a manufacturer of security door hardware and exit devices. The company offers products including door closers, exit devices, electric strikes, locksets, and hinges. Design of its Clutch System (Genesys, Grade 1) for lever locks neutralizes damage to levers from misuse or vandalism. The company’s exit devices are used to unlock doors in emergency situations. It serves federal courthouses, commercial buildings, hospitals, military bases, and retail stores.
The Fastron Co., established in 1942, is an ISO 9000-certified US designer and manufacturer of custom cold-headed parts. Their facility is located in Melrose Park, Illinois. The company produces client-specific screws with their own patented technology, Form-Fast, and Clamp-Fast. Further, they provide screw machine conversion services for cold-headed production, the process of moving material to form the desired shape. Their products can be manufactured in various sizes and materials, including steel, brass, silicon, and aluminum, thus they are applied in a wide range of uses, most notably electronics. Additionally, they provide sourcing services for international customers.
SPIROL International Corporation, established in 1948, and headquartered in Danielson, Connecticut, is a manufacturer and supplier that specializes in providing engineered fastening solutions. Their diverse product range includes precision coiled and slotted spring pins, solid pins, compression limiters, and threaded inserts used for various applications in automotive, aerospace, medical, and general industrial sectors. SPIROL's adherence to quality is evident through its ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 certifications, ensuring solutions for their customers' assembly challenges.
PennEngineering was founded in 1942 and is headquartered in Danboro, Pennsylvania. Through its brand, PEM, the company is a manufacturer of fastening tools for industries such as aerospace electronics, automotive electronics, medical, EV, and EV charging. The company has branches across the United States, Europe, and Asia through which it manufactures components in the same regions where they are used. The company has data sheets, CAD downloads, and other tools to assist customers in selecting the correct fasteners for their needs. These fasteners vary by technology, characteristics, and type of material onto which they are applied.
Key Fasteners Corporation, established in 1989, is a manufacturer of clod-formed fasteners components such as nuts, rivets, bolts, door hinge pins, caliper pins, and engine-critical components for the automotive sector. The Key Way, Berne, IN, company has ISO 9001:2015, CQ1-9, and ISO 14001:2015 certifications. The company has received awards and recognitions such as Honda for Service Part Support in 2022, Quality and Deliver from Aisin in 2021, and Excellence in Quality in 2021 from Honda Power Equipment.
Form Cut Industries, Inc. was established in 1961 and is headquartered in Newark, NJ, and is a manufacturer of plastic parts and terminal pins for small metal parts for specialty applications. The portfolio includes straight pins, pins with cutouts, machined wire form, copper connectors, hooks, and many more. Each year, the company produces millions of connection, terminal, hermetic, and straight pins. The company follows all the systems and procedures of the manufacturing process to comply with MIL-STD-I-45208A and MIL-STD-Q-9858A. By concentrating on pins only, the company is able to provide a wide range of pin shapes and forms.
Chase Fasteners, Inc. is an Illinois manufacturer of standard as well as custom cold headed and cold formed special fasteners. Founded in 1946 and based in Melrose Park, the company is ISO 9001:2015 certified, and supplies client OEM manufacturers in the automotive, aerospace and defense industries. The company's product portfolio includes solid and semi-tubular rivets and special screws, as well as unfinished blanks fabricated by 6-die, 7-station parts formers in various sizes, materials and configurations. Chase Fasteners, Inc. also offers services ranging from custom design and engineering to testing and quality control.
Astro Precision, Inc. is a manufacturer and supplier of precision manufacturing solutions, catering to various industries worldwide. Located at South Windsor, Connecticut, the company has a comprehensive range of manufactured parts including custom headed pins, electrical and body contacts, fourslide and multislide products, leads, and surface mount connectors. They also facilitate secondary operations with services such as ground points, chamfering, knurling, special rolled shapes, welding, and assembly, offering a complete package for component assemblies. Their materials range from brass, phosphor bronze, and nickel-silver to low and high carbon steel, stainless steel, and other alloys.
Aerofast, Inc. is a manufacturer of fastening solutions based in Illinois, USA. Established in 1958, the company provides a range of quick-release pins that cater to various sectors, including construction, automotive, and aerospace. The company's product line includes standard pins, custom pins, and attachments. The company also provides customized pins to tailor to customers' specific needs. The company is pleased to maintain ISO certifications, ensuring its products meet stringent quality standards.
Texas Specialty Fasteners (TSF) has honorably served as a distributor of hardware as a family-owned company since 1988 and is located in Wylie, Texas. TSF has both standard offering and custom manufacturing services of a wide range of products. These products include screws, nuts, bolts, washers, spacers & standoffs, precision parts, pins, wire handling, inserts, anchors, drill bits, taps, & dies, abrasives & sawblades, safety equipment, and miscellaneous equipment including rivets, handles, catches, and strut accessories.
OneMonroe was founded in the 1920s and is located in Rochester Hills, Michigan. OneMonroe is an ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified global industrial manufacturing company serving several types of customers including manufacturers, distributors and catalog-houses across several vertical markets including aerospace/defense, automotive, medical, and transportation. Product lines include adjustable handles, bearings, casters, gaskets, hydraulic clamping, military spec hinges, molded rubber, piano hinges, pins, pull handles, quick release pins, seals, springs, toggle clamps, and various harnesses. Custom manufacturing is also available to meet specific customer needs.
National Bolt & Nut Corporation is based in Schaumburg, Illinois. National Bolt & Nut is a distributor of bolts, nuts, and related tools, serving the heavy equipment & construction, mining, transportation, automotive, and alternative energy industries. National Bolt & Nut is ISO 9001 certified. National Bolt & Nut product listings include standard and custom nuts, spacers, and washers with assorted head styles. Other offerings include a variety of screws, pins, and sprockets.
Mudge Fasteners Inc., established in 1975 and based in Corona, California, is a distributor of a large selection of fasteners, fastener tools, and adhesives. It has more than 30 stocking warehouses across the United States, including Houston (TX), Nashville (TN), and Kent (WA). The company stocks products from several brands like 3M, Bosch, and DeWalt, and the products can be bought online from several platforms, including Amazon, Sears, and Menards. The company also offers custom parts for customers who want production based on specific requirements. Its other services are customized packaging, kitting, and fabrication services.
Engineered Source Inc was founded in 1990 and operates out of Orange, California. Engineered Source Inc is a distributor of precision parts for numerous industries including automotive manufacturers, construction, electronics & robotics, fabrication & assembly, farm & agricultural equipment, gun manufacturers, marine & water treatment, medical manufacturers, and aerospace. Examples of specific products include custom internally threaded square pins, stainless steel pins, steel hex nuts, short dog point socket set screws, zinc plated steel material, custom stamped L brackets, painted self-drilling screws, and custom-locating dowel pins for transit gear units.
Supply Solutions was founded in the early 2000s and operates out of Stonewood, West Virginia. Supply Solutions is a wholesale distributor serving the telecommunications industry, including traditional CATV operators, independent telephone companies and FTTX providers, as well as the contractors that support these operations. Supply Solutions offers hardware including aerial hardware including sub-components and parts,, cables, conduits, fiber optics, power supplies, sealants, test equipment, drop & instillation products, FTTX equipment including optical enclosures, headend products, underground equipment, wireless equipment, poles, as well as test equipment.
Monroe Aerospace (ECAS) is headquartered in Melbourne, Florida with a history dating back to the 1920s. Monroe Aerospace is an ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified industrial manufacturing company. Monroe Aerospace serves many vertical markets including aerospace/defense automotive, medical, and transportation. Monroe Aerospace’s product offerings include bolts, screws, cherry rivets, clamps, clevis pins, clients, DZUS products, electrical components, collars, hinges, Huck bolts, Jo bolts, lock washers, nut plates, rivets, quarter turn fasteners, sheet metal screws, and washers.
Dunham Rubber & Belting Corp. (DRB) has been in operation since 1965 and is based in Greenwood, Indiana. DRB offers a variety of products and services, including conveyor belts and accessories, hydraulic hose and fittings, industrial hose and fittings, sanitary hose and fittings, material handling and ducting, sheet rubber and gaskets, UHMW, polycarbonate, and acrylic sheets, as well as supplies for the egg processing, brewery, distillery, and winery industries. In January of 2023, DRB was acquired by Belt Power, an independent distributor and fabricator of conveyor system components.
DistributionNow is a brand of NOW Inc. that was founded in 1862 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas. NOW is a distributor for downstream energy and industrial products for petroleum refining, chemical processing, LNG terminals, power generation utilities, and industrial manufacturing operations around the world. NOW provides consumable maintenance, repair, and operating supplies; pipes, valves, fittings, flanges, gaskets, fasteners, electrical products, instrumentations, artificial lift, pumping solutions, valve actuation and modular process, and measurement and control equipmen safety supplies, and personal protective equipment, as well as applied products and applications, including artificial lift systems, coatings, and expendable items. NOW also offers OEM equipment.
Diamond Needle Corp is the North American distributor for Organ Needle Co., LTD of Japan. Diamond Needle Corp is a supplier of sewing supplies and materials. Individuals and industries served include apparel, automotive, bag closing, bookbinding, embroidery, filters, furniture, home fashions, industrial textiles, mattresses, non-woven, quilting, and other special applications. Diamond Needle has over 100,000 parts and supplies available including needles, replacement parts, scissors, lubricants, chemicals for cleaning and adhesive use, specialized tools, drive belts, crayons, markers, safety aids such as gloves and needle protection, and electric busways.
FMSI Automotive Hardware was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Burlington, Ontario. The company is a manufacturer of tubing, cables, fittings, and other parts used in brake, fuel, heating, and cooling applications, primarily in the automotive industry. The company’s product lineup includes both parts such as fittings and wiring for air conditioning, brakes, fuel systems, and transmissions, and tools and equipment to conduct estimation, maintenance, and repair on automotive and HVAC systems.
Auveco Products, established in 1916 and headquartered in Cold Spring, Kentucky, is a manufacturer and supplier of automotive clips and fasteners. Its extensive product range includes push-to-reset circuit breakers, bolt-on fuse blocks, add-a-fuse circuits, automotive clips, fasteners, and various industrial supplies and parts for general industrial maintenance and repair operations. These components are essential in the automotive and industrial sectors. The company welcomes EDI inquiries and offers features on its eCommerce site for the quick and easy upload of electronic order files directly into its system.
Pivot Point Inc. is located in Hustisford, Wisconsin, and operated by a family that has been manufacturing non-threaded fastener solutions since 1929. The company serves industries such as agriculture, medical, outdoor power equipment, and sporting & recreation fasteners for their respective machinery. The company’s 4 primary product lines are Pins, Cotter, Rings; Lanyards, Exclusive Fastener Innovations, and Custom Solutions. Exclusive Fastener Innovations include auto-lock safety pull pin fasteners and infinity S-hooks. Custom solutions include materials and shapes custom designed to meet individual customer needs.
APPLIED Adhesives, formerly known as Adhesion, Inc. is a manufacturer of adhesives and equipment for numerous industries including automotive, electronics, filtrations, renewable, packaging, construction, bottle labeling, furniture, and transportation. APPLIED Adhesives has ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO 9001 certifications at its Rockford, Michigan facilities. APPLIED Adhesives provides adhesives for foam and mattresses, cabinetry, countertops, wood products, sportswear, workwear, and other individual uses. APPLIED Adhesives also provides sales, installation, automation, refurbishing, spare parts, and repair services.
Hoshimoto Co. Ltd. is a manufacturer and supplier of industrial hardware for manufacturing operations that was established in 1971 in Osaka, Japan. The company offers distribution board assembly hardware such as earth terminals and copper bars, as well as access control hardware for electrical cabinets and coin operated machinery. It also offers various machining services for customer projects, including press machining and NC lathing. The company chiefly serves its clients in Asia’s consumer electronics, machine tooling, and automation industries.
Strybuc Industries was founded in 1982 and is a wholesale distributor of window and door replacement hardware.They are an American, family-run company with three main locations in Philadelphia, Miami, and Reno. Their product line includes sash locks, window repair parts, door rollers, handles, and other items that can be customized to meet the demands of the customer. Their inventory encompasses over 80,000 hardware parts, and they serve enterprises all around the world.
G-Fast has its roots back to 1989 and is based in Chicago, Illinois. G-Fast is a distributor and custom manufacturer of machine tools and equipment. Product offerings include bolts, screws, nuts, rivets, washers, pins, springs, wireforms, retaining rings, clamps, clips, pins, handles, electronic access tools, hinges, knobs, latches, panel fasteners, quick release pins, and wire management. Parts are available across several standards and materials. G-Fast’s services include custom specialized bolts, screws, and nuts, contract manufacturing, CNC machining, and cold heading.
Green Rubber Kennedy Ag (GRKA) is the merger of two companies, both born in California’s Salinas Valley in 1990. The company has several distribution segments including Food Processing, Transportation & Baggage Handling, Wine and Brewing, Recycling, and Mining, Sand, and Gravel. The company excels in conveyor belt and related materials and also offers abrasion control products, sheet products & rubber goods, safety and sanitation products, industrial hose and assemblies, as well as offering specialized services.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SPIROL International Corporation |
9.0%
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| 2 | The Fastron Co. |
9.0%
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| 3 | Form Cut Industries, Inc. |
7.5%
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| 4 | PennEngineering |
7.5%
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| 5 | Key Fasteners Corporation |
7.5%
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| 6 | Strybuc Industries |
6.0%
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| 7 | Auveco Products |
4.5%
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| 8 | Robert A. Main & Sons Manufacturing, LLC |
4.5%
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| 9 | Engineered Source, Inc. |
4.5%
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| 10 | Texas Specialty Fasteners |
4.5%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the hinge pin page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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United States of America
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20 | 95.2% |
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Canada
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1 | 4.8% |
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Sugatsune Industries Co., Ltd.
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Polyacetal hinge pin for insertion/extraction hinges. Comes with a hook to prevent it from falling out, so it can be attached from the bottom of th...
Hoshimoto
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TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features A hinge that can stand still in any position. It can be attached to the back (inside) of the case so as not to spoil its appearance. Can ...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■EMKA hinge This hinge is made by EMKA, a mechanical parts manufacturer headquartered in Germany. We have a lineup of flat hinges and special hinge...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features Hidden door hinge exclusively for welding. The hinge piece is pipe-shaped so it doesn't take up much space. E-type retaining ring (TH-121...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features This is a one-touch stainless steel stay. The clean linear design and the calm texture unique to stainless steel enhance the style of the...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features There is a spring in the core rod. It is a hinge that has a spring force applied in the direction of opening. ■Applications OA equipment...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features It is small and does not take up installation space. ■Applications Measuring equipment, communication equipment, etc. ■Notes ・Due to h...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features A stainless steel hinge with a high-performance bush that increases sliding properties and suppresses the generation of metal powder due ...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features There is a spring in the core rod. It is a hinge that has a spring force applied in the direction of opening. ■Applications OA equipment...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features A damper hinge with a small size and high torque design. The viscous resistance of the oil applies braking force to the rotational moveme...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features It has a stopper so you can stop the lid halfway. ■Applications Trunk case etc. *We accept inquiries regarding custom-made products.
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features A hinge that can stand still at any angle. ■Applications Medical equipment, audio equipment, etc. ■Specifications Set the mounting plat...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features This hinge utilizes the frictional resistance of the resin material and features a structure that has little wear and is less likely to p...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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Last viewed: 16 hours ago
■Features A hinge that can stand still at any angle. ■Applications Medical equipment, audio equipment, etc. *We accept inquiries regarding custom...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features This hinge allows the product to stand still at any angle and prevents the springback phenomenon that occurs when the lid is closed. ■Ap...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features A hinge that can stand still at any angle. It can be used for machine tools because there is little torque fluctuation even when oil is a...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features A one-way mechanism has been added to the free stop hinge that can stand still at any position. Conventional products generate torque in ...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features A hinge that can stand still at any angle in the swivel direction. Can be used for rotating tables of small equipment, etc. ■Application...
TOCHIGIYA CO.,LTD.
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■Features A hinge that can stand still at any angle, front, back, left, or right. We also accept VESA standard brackets (custom order available). ...
Three Nine Shimano Co., Ltd.
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■Product details Attaching this doorstop pin will prevent the glass door from entering the case. It can also be used at the door.
JPNEXT Co., Ltd.
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■Summary This is a sorting machine that can separate weakly magnetic materials such as SUS contained in products and can operate continuously. ■Ac...
