Knobs Archives | OneMonroe https://monroeengineering.com/blog/category/knobs/ Blog Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:08:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 The Beginner’s Guide to Fluted Grip Knobs https://monroeengineering.com/blog/the-beginners-guide-to-fluted-grip-knobs/ Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:08:40 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=23234 Have you heard of fluted grip knobs? Not all industrial knobs have a smooth surface. Some of them are intentionally designed with a rough, textured surface. Fluted grip knobs fall under this category. Like all industrial knobs, fluted grip knobs … Read More

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]]> The Beginner’s Guide to Push-Pull Knobs https://monroeengineering.com/blog/the-beginners-guide-to-push-pull-knobs/ Wed, 13 May 2026 06:11:50 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=23063 Industrial knobs are available in a variety of styles. In addition to traditional “lobed” knobs, for instance, there are push-pull knobs. Push-pull knobs don’t feature the same star-like shape as their lobed counterparts. Instead, they are typically round with smooth … Read More

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]]> The Benefits of Phenolic Ball Knob https://monroeengineering.com/blog/the-benefits-of-phenolic-ball-knob/ Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:42:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=22310 Industrial knobs are often categorized according to the material from which they are made. Aluminum knobs are made of aluminum, whereas plastic knobs are made of plastic. There are also industrial knobs made of phenol-based compounds, such as phenolic ball … Read More

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]]> What Are Bar Knobs and How Do They Work? https://monroeengineering.com/blog/what-are-bar-knobs-and-how-do-they-work/ Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:58:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=22204 Industrial knobs come in a variety of styles. Lobed knobs, for instance, are characterized by a star shape with five or six points, whereas instrument knobs are small and cylindrical. A lesser-known style, however, is bar. Bar knobs are commonly … Read More

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]]> The Beginner’s Guide to Security Lobe Knobs https://monroeengineering.com/blog/the-beginners-guide-to-security-lobe-knobs/ Fri, 24 Oct 2025 07:22:31 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=22121 Industrial knobs are an essential part of many machines. They allow workers to manually control or adjust a machine. When you turn an industrial knob, it will engage the machine to which it’s connected. While all industrial knobs support manual … Read More

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]]> How to Choose a Soft Touch Knob https://monroeengineering.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-soft-touch-knob/ Fri, 03 Oct 2025 08:49:23 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=22059 Soft touch knobs have become a popular alternative to traditional hard plastic and bare metal knobs. They are characterized by a soft texture. Soft touch knobs are still strong, but they have a naturally cushioned, sponge-like surface that’s comfortable to … Read More

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]]> 6 Things to Consider When Choosing a T-Handle Knob https://monroeengineering.com/blog/6-things-to-consider-when-choosing-a-t-handle-knob/ Mon, 21 Apr 2025 04:17:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=21468 T-handle knobs offer an ergonomic and effective control mechanism. Like other types of industrial knobs, they are commonly used to adjust machinery and equipment. T-handle knobs, however, feature a unique T-shaped design that makes them easy to grab and turn. … Read More

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]]> How to Choose a Metal Knob https://monroeengineering.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-metal-knob/ Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:17:09 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=21253 Industrial knobs are available in a variety of materials, including plastic and metal. While plastic knobs are lightweight and inexpensive, they lack the strength of their metal counterparts. Metal knobs are typically made of steel or a similar iron alloy. … Read More

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]]> 6 Things to Consider When Choosing a Ball Knob https://monroeengineering.com/blog/6-things-to-consider-when-choosing-a-ball-knob/ Thu, 16 Jan 2025 07:18:32 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=21138 Ball knobs offer an ergonomic and effective way to control machinery. They are characterized by a round, ball-shaped handle. Like with other types of industrial knobs, ball knobs are used in control applications that involve an up-down or right-left directional … Read More

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