The thinnest version of the hinge is just 0.8 millimetres thick. This is made possible by a combination of carbon fibre laminate and Kevlar fabric. While the carbon provides the necessary stability, the Kevlar fibres make it possible to dispense with conventional hinges. Instead, the fibres are simply bent. The hinge resembles a piano hinge and can be folded through 180 degrees.
Two different thicknesses are available depending on the expected load. The different basic lengths of between 5 and 30 centimetres can be shortened to the required length as required. Niemeyer is also breaking new ground when it comes to assembly. Such a thin hinge can hardly be fastened with screws - the heads would be much thicker than the hinge, so the joint is simply glued on with epoxy resin. The price starts at 7 euros.
The products are available in one to two weeks, order and further information at A. W. Niemeyer.
Hauke Schmidt
Test & Technology editor
