June 15, 2007 - Designed with corrosion-resistant 316 stainless steel, Southco® v7 draw latch is suited for exterior storage compartments on upscale boats or recreational vehicles and other highly-visible enclosures exposed to elements. Optional integrated lock plug offers keylocking security, while smoothly contoured high-strength cupped handle and catch enclose mounting hardware, keeper, and working mechanism to ensure protection against vandalism or forced entry.

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Release date: May 24, 2007

Stainless Steel Draw Latch Designed for Style, Security, and Performance in Marine and Outdoor Environment

Concordville, PA, May 24, 2007-The new Southco® v7 stainless steel draw latch is designed to deliver smooth, quiet, and durable performance in marine environments and other exterior applications. The sleek aesthetic design, combined with corrosion-resistant 316 SS construction, makes it an attractive option for exterior storage compartments on upscale boats or recreational vehicles, and other highly-visible enclosures exposed to the elements. An optional integrated lock plug offers keylocking security, while a smoothly contoured high-strength handle enhances tamper-resistant protection.

While this latch's design and construction are robust enough to meet the demands of industrial use, its contoured low-profile styling eliminates sharp edges and provides a clean look that is attractive enough for use in consumer applications. Additionally, the cupped handle and catch enclose the latch's mounting hardware, keeper, and working mechanism for enhanced protection against vandalism or forced entry. The lever-action mechanism provides secure latching with quick access. An over-center latching mechanism ensures positive engagement and prevents accidental opening due to stress or vibration.

Keylocking protection is both flexible and secure. The integrated lock plug design maintains the smooth exterior look of the latch. Precision molding technology permits the creation of precise lock plug designs molded from corrosion-resistant stainless steel.

For more information, visit Southco's website at www.southco.com; e-mail their 24/7 customer service department at info@southco.com; call 610-459-4000; or fax to 610-459-4012.

Southco is a leading global provider of engineered access solutions, including latches, locks, captive fasteners, hinges, handles, and other accessories for applications in the marine, networking, telecommunications, computer, automotive, aerospace, mass transit, off-highway/construction, RV/caravan, industrial machinery and HVAC industries.

Southco is strongly focused on customized engineering solutions and global support for its key customers. The company aspires to be a virtual engineering center for its customers' engineered-access solutions and is committed to providing outstanding quality and overall satisfaction. Southco's promise to its customers is to connect, create and innovate to provide the best solution for every access engineering problem.

SOUTHCO CONTACT:
Dale Clouser 610-361-6551
dclouser@southco.com

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Company Information:
Name: Southco
Address: 210 Brinton Lake Rd.
City: Concordville
State: PA
ZIP: 19331 0116
Country: USA
Phone: 610-459-4000
FAX: 610-459-4012
http://www.southco.com

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