OEM Solutions

Engineering Motion for Tomorrow’s Products

As an OEM, you are constantly developing products that demand precision, reliability, and performance. At Knape & Vogt, we help bring those ideas to life with engineered motion and functional hardware solutions designed to integrate seamlessly into your product designs.

For more than a century, KV has partnered with manufacturers, engineers, and product designers to develop high-performance components that improve functionality, optimize movement, and support efficient production across a wide range of industries. From concept through production, our team delivers application-driven solutions backed by engineering expertise, scalable manufacturing, and dependable global supply chain support.

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
  • Data-storage systems
  • Telecommunications equipment
  • Diagnostic devices
  • Medical technology
  • Mobile computing carts
  • ATM and financial-service equipment
  • Kiosks
  • Battery and power systems
  • Control panels
  • Laboratory equipment

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