OEM Solutions
Engineering Motion for Tomorrow’s Products
For more than 126 years, Knape & Vogt has partnered with OEMs to deliver precision-engineered motion, storage, and functional hardware solutions that enhance product performance, improve user experiences, and support efficient manufacturing. Our components are trusted across a wide range of industries and applications, including automotive, data centers, cloud and AI server systems, office furniture, appliances, healthcare equipment, tool storage, industrial equipment, retail fixtures, commercial interiors, and more.
From concept development and prototyping through production and lifecycle support, our engineers work alongside your team to create solutions that meet your performance, durability, and manufacturing requirements.
Backed by advanced manufacturing capabilities, rigorous quality standards, and a dependable global supply chain, we help reduce development risk, accelerate time to market, and deliver reliable performance at scale. When precision, innovation, and reliability matter, manufacturers around the world choose Knape & Vogt as their trusted engineering partner.
Why Industry Leaders Choose Knape & Vogt?
- Precision-engineered motion and functional hardware solutions
- Application-driven expertise across diverse industries
- Engineering support from concept through production
- Scalable manufacturing and global sourcing capabilities
- Reliable supply chain and long-term production support
Automotive Solutions
Precision Motion for Vehicle Interiors and Equipment
Automotive storage and access systems require controlled movement, compact packaging, low noise, vibration resistance, and dependable operation.
KV sliding systems can support applications including:
- Instrument-panel storage
- Center consoles
- Under-seat storage
- Cargo-area storage
- Rear-seat systems
- Mobile service vehicles
- Emergency and utility vehicles
- Commercial truck storage
- Recreational vehicles
- Specialty transportation equipment
Cloud/AI Server Solutions
Reliable Access to Critical Equipment
Electronic and technology products require precise motion, compact profiles, easy service access, and dependable support for sensitive equipment.
KV solutions can be engineered for:
- Server racks
- AI server cabinets
- Data storage systems
- Storage arrays
- Blade server chassis
- Rack-mounted equipment
- Network infrastructure cabinets
- Edge computing cabinets
- Telecommunications equipment
- Electronics enclosures
- Control cabinets
- Industrial computing systems
Appliance Solutions
Motion That Enhances the Appliance Experience
Modern appliances are expected to provide more storage, easier access, quieter operation, and increasingly refined motion.
KV works with appliance manufacturers to engineer slide and access solutions for applications such as:
- Bottom-mount freezer drawers
- Refrigerator storage systems
- Dishwasher racks
- Third-rack dishwasher systems
- Warming drawers
- Laundry appliances
- Pedestal drawers
- Retractable appliance components
- Specialty kitchen and utility equipment
Healthcare Solutions
Engineered Motion for Clinical, Laboratory, and Care Environments
Healthcare products require dependable movement, organized access, ergonomic operation, and reliable performance in demanding daily-use environments.
KV works with healthcare equipment manufacturers to develop motion and access solutions that help improve caregiver efficiency, equipment serviceability, storage organization, and the overall user experience.
KV Healthcare solutions include:
- Medical and medication carts
- Treatment and procedure carts
- Diagnostic and imaging equipment
- Mobile technology workstations
- Point-of-care computer carts
- Clinical storage systems
- Laboratory furniture
- Equipment cabinets
- Pull-out work surfaces
- Healthcare workstations
- Charging and technology stations
- Specialty medical equipment
Office Furniture Solutions
Smooth Performance for the Modern Workplace
The performance of drawers, files, tables, technology supports, and adjustable components contributes directly to the quality and usability of office furniture.
KV supports office-furniture manufacturers with solutions for:
- Pedestals
- Filing systems
- Storage cabinets
- Desks and workstations
- Conference and training tables
- Technology-access compartments
- Mobile furniture
- Collaborative workspaces
- Height-adjustable applications
- Institutional furniture
Tool Storage Solutions
Strength, Safety, and Dependable Access
Tool-storage products operate in demanding environments where strength, security, smooth motion, and durability are essential.
KV solutions are used in applications such as:
- Professional tool chests
- Mobile tool carts
- Service-truck storage
- Industrial cabinets
- Maintenance equipment
- Garage and workshop storage
- Utility vehicles
- Heavy-duty mobile storage
- Manufacturing workstations
