Southco has extended its successful line of externally mounted free-swinging hinges with three new options designed for heavy-duty applications. The EH Free Swinging Hinge is now available in corrosion-resistant aluminum for outdoor use, a lightweight plastic version that provides optimum strength for indoor and outdoor applications, and a zinc version for indoor use. The newest additions…

Southco, Inc., a global provider of engineered access solutions, has recently expanded its successful E6 Constant Torque Position Control Hinge series to include a corrosion-resistant cast stainless steel version that provides superior durability in harsh outdoor environments. “The stainless steel E6 Constant Torque Position Control Hinge is a premium product that provides maximum corrosion resistance…

Southco, Inc., a global provider of engineered access solutions, has introduced the newest product in its successful C2 series of lever latches, with a new push-to-lock option that incorporates an auto-relock feature. With customizable features, versatile locking styles, and a streamlined industrial appearance, the push-to-lock C2 Lever Latch provides upgraded functionality that can be used…

Southco, Inc., a global provider of engineered access solutions, has completed the acquisition of Darshana Industries Pvt. Ltd, which designs and manufactures access hardware and mechanical components. “We are excited to welcome Darshana to the Southco family and feel privileged to continue their heritage,” said Philip Kempson, managing director for Europe and India. “We are…

How MB Sentinel locks out theft with Southco: A case study With e-commerce growing to more than 32% in the United State in 2020, the need for a secure parcel drop-box solution is higher than ever. With the rise in e-commerce is an increase in packages, which are left at buyers’ doorsteps — making them…

Written by Jonathan Coulter Commercial Product Manager, Southco, Inc. A latch is a mechanical device that joins two objects together while allowing for regular separation or autonomy. For example, these two objects can be a moving panel or door, and a non-moving or fixed panel. A latch typically holds these objects together to protect the…

  Southco, a provider of engineered access hardware, congratulates Michelle Copp on being recognized as one of 35 recipients of the Sixth Annual Women of Excellence Awards. Copp is the primary press setup/operator at Southco’s  Honeoye Falls, N.Y., facility. The award was presented by Metalforming magazine in conjunction with the Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) and…

Another year, an ongoing pandemic. 2021, much like the year before it, included its share of challenges. Supply-chain delays, product (and employee) shortages, and varying state restrictions continued to affect most in the industry. In-person events and trade shows were scheduled and then rescheduled. Local and global business and economic disruptions forced many companies to…

Southco, a provider in engineered access hardware, has expanded its line of VISE ACTION Compression Latches with a new covered version that allows the operator to identify whether the latch is open or closed. Southco’s E3 VISE ACTION Compression Latch with Bi-Stable Cover is designed with a cover that pops open when latch is not…

Southco, a provider in engineered access hardware, congratulates Frazier Pruitt, Quality Assurance Supervisor at its Honeoye Falls, NY facility on being recognized as one of ASQ’s 40 under 40. Every fifth year since 2011, Quality Progress, the official publication of American Society for Quality (ASQ) selects the best and brightest young and talented quality trailblazers…