Southco, a provider of engineered access hardware, recently launched a podcast focused on highlighting basic product knowledge that every mechanical engineer should know. The Engineering Experiences podcast features educational content and explains how the smallest components, like access hardware products such as latches, hinges, and fasteners can make the biggest impact on customer end-use applications.…

Wherever something needs to be adjusted, you’ll often find locking joints at work with serrations that define specific angle positions. To ensure that the ideal locking joint is available for every application, JW Winco offers all components in a wide range of variations. Serrated locking plates, thrust springs, and guide housings form the basis for…

Toggle latches are proven, universal devices for fast and secure closing of covers and hoods. Standard parts specialist, JW Winco, now offers an ideal solution for applications in the medium-weight range, thanks to the launch of its GN 761. Made of zinc-plated steel or stainless steel, the new devices are supplied with a loop-shaped or…

  Written by Mark Yarnall, Business Development Manager Southco, Inc. The rise of advanced digital devices and communications tools — including the growth in electric vehicle (EV), e-commerce home delivery, and connected devices — are all contributing to the development of the “smart city.” However, smart cities require engineered equipment and infrastructure to support such…

Contact infections with viruses, fungi, and bacteria were already a problem even before the pandemic. Now, JW Winco — the standard parts specialist — is expanding its Sanline range of antibacterial products. Bacteria with high resistance to common antibiotic therapies have been on the rise for years. Resulting infections can become a serious problem even…

Southco, a provider in engineered access hardware, has introduced the latest product in its successful line of magnetic catches, with a new version that combines strength and style. Constructed of corrosion-resistant stainless steel, the M5 Magnetic Catch combines a highly polished finish with the holding power of rare earth magnets to provide a sturdy and…

As part of an ever-growing line of coatings and protective sealants, Everbrite Coatings recently released its newest product, CrobialCoat. CrobialCoat provides a durable, clear coating with long-lasting product protection on most surfaces from rust, salt damage, tarnish, corrosion, and oxidation. It also has built-in Antimicrobial technology that’s specifically designed for highly polished or matte metals,…

BOLT “Breakthrough One-Key Lock Technology” Lock has expanded its product line with a new swivel Locking Recovery Hook. Manufactured from aircraft-grade 6061-T6 aluminum, the new BOLT Locking Recovery Hook has a 10,000 lb. capacity and is designed to be 99% faster than other 3/4-inch shackle type hooks due to the product’s unique latching mechanism. The top…

Southco, a provider in engineered access hardware, has expanded its successful R4 Rotary Latch series with a new debris-resistant version that offers enhanced performance for medium-duty applications. The new R4-75 Rotary Latch offers an integrated mounting bracket to simplify installation and features a concealed rotary mechanism that protects against dirt and debris and offers improved…

  Written by John Synder, General Manager Transportation, Southco, Inc.  There’s much talk about how digital our world is becoming. It’s easy to point to the smart wireless devices and 5G networks that give us 24/7 access to digital content and tools that have become essential to daily life. Nevertheless, we interact countless times a…