Draw Latches feature compact, surface-mounted design.
Press Release Summary:
Made with die-cast zinc bodies and stainless steel hardware, fixed-grip draw latches accurately position panels using operating latch that aligns panels and draws them together on same plane. Products also feature over-center latching mechanism to prevent accidental opening under stress or vibration. Measuring less than 7/8 in. high, products leave no exposed hardware on inside of door and include integral key lock option.
Original Press Release:
New Low-Profile Draw Latches from Southco Combine Stylish Looks with Practical Performance
Concordville, PA, September 8, 2004-A new series of compact surface-mounted draw latches introduced by Southco provides an attractive, high-strength design for applications where a sleek look is desired without sacrificing space, reliability, or robust performance.
These fixed-grip, cast draw latches position panels accurately. Operating the latch automatically aligns the panels and draws them together on the same plane. This new offering from Southco also features an over-center latching mechanism to ensure positive latch engagement to prevent accidental opening under stress or vibration. Riveted construction, without external springs, reduces opportunities for tampering and an integral key lock option further enhances security.
The low-profile surface-mounted design-less than 7/8" (22mm) high-leaves no exposed hardware on the inside of the door. This feature makes these latches ideal for installations where space is limited or where a smooth surface is desired on the inside of the compartment.
Made with die-cast zinc bodies and stainless steel hardware, these draw latches are available in three finishes-polished chrome, satin chrome, and black powder coating. These latches can provide quick access for indoor or outdoor applications, including telecom pole mounts and other telecom or electronics enclosures, industrial machinery access panels, case goods, and saddlebag compartments for motorcycles.
For more information, visit Southco's website at 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, captive fasteners, hinges, handles, and other accessories for applications in the marine, networking, telecommunications, computer, automotive, 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.
