For industrial furniture production, this results in considerable efficiency gains along the entire production chain: selection, allocation and control processes for different models are significantly reduced or completely eliminated. Inventory management and logistical processes are significantly improved by the flatness of the lift mechanisms.

The user experience is by no means neglected: The Free Slim flap has an integrated opening angle adjustment mechanism with continuously adjustable multi-position stop and excellent running properties. Together with selected partners from the European furniture industry, Häfele has been able to fine-tune the product for series production. The outstanding development expertise is reflected in the high product quality: the Free Slim flap is LGA-tested and certified. Flap opening cycle tests yielded results well above the standard expected without any reduction in quality.

Thanks to the flat but powerful U-spring, the slimline design can also be used for other types of flap opening. Häfele is currently working on developing Free Slim for all other common opening types. With the highest quality standards and the aim of making the planning process as simple as possible for customers in the future, the company is pooling its know-how from different spheres of experience.

Nagold, April 2025
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Maximising the value of space. Together.

Häfele is committed to developing liveable, sustainable room concepts for the living and working environments of tomorrow. Together with its partners, Häfele creates resource-saving, multifunctional solutions with maximum comfort.

Founded in 1923, the globally active specialist for intelligent hardware technology, electronic locking systems, lighting and networking offers its customers from over 150 countries unique 360° expertise. With a comprehensive product range, numerous services and a great deal of innovative spirit, the family-owned company is a reliable partner to its partners in the trade, furniture industry, retail and architecture - from brainstorming and planning to the implementation of their projects.

Over 8,000 employees, 38 subsidiaries and numerous other agencies around the world make up the team of the global player headquartered in Nagold in the Black Forest. The Group has been managed by Gregor Riekena since January 2023. As Chairwoman of the Board of Directors, Sibylle Thierer represents the interests of the shareholder families. In the 2023 financial year, the Häfele Group achieved a turnover of 1.71 billion euros with an export share of 82%.

Further information can be found at www.haefele.de