Train Latches, Fasteners, Hinges and Position-Control Products
As a leading global source for engineered access hardware and positioning technology, Southco offers an extensive portfolio of latches, fasteners, hinges and position-control products for a wide range of interior and exterior rolling-stock applications.
These Southco solutions, plus the skills, resources and expertise to satisfy the next-generation of railway hardware requirements, create greater opportunities for rolling-stock manufacturers to be more productive and competitive.
Southco latches, fasteners, hinges and position-control devices are used throughout rolling stock interiors. Our ‘touch point’ focus and attention to detail helps to ensure a positive first impression while optimising comfort, safety and intuitive operation in applications such as:
Southco’s range of exterior hardware is designed to be robust, reliable, compact and resistant to vibration, and to protect against unauthorised access. Our industry-proven latches last the life of the vehicle and help lower the cost of ownership.
Typical applications include covers and access panels; skirts; rooftop units; under-floor containers; and lights.
Southco’s range of position control technology comes in the form of constant torque, asymmetric torque, adjustable torque, detent, bi-stable and counter-balanced hinges. Position-control hinges help to enhance the travel experience for passengers with an improved quality to the feel of key touch points, such as LCD screens, drop-down tables, headrests and armrests.
Precision-engineered components provide resistance to vibration, which minimises noise nuisance in the cabin.
Southco’s electronic access solutions provide the same security and strength of a mechanical latch, with the convenience of electronic access control; including key management flexibility, integration into electronic systems and remote monitoring and access capabilities. Concealed latch points help to improve aesthetics.
The DZUS® quick-access fastener is one of the foremost names in the world of quick-access fastening and a popular solution for securing interior access panels in the rail industry.
Southco’s extensive selection of DZUS® quarter-turn fasteners satisfies a broad range of requirements for quick access, high strength and economical performance.
Overall, Southco provide:
An expanded selection of Southco® E5 cam latches now adds intuitive push-to-close convenience to the existing versatility and affordability of this modular line. Styling and access control options include hand, tool, and key-actuated models. The new designs satisfy both single-point and two-point
Southco® announces the release of the EA-R01 wireless FRO remote controller. The EA-R01 provides a durable method of controlling access to multiple locked compartments from distances up to 100 feet. Designed to meet harsh environmental needs across a wide range of industrial and commercial
Engineered access products specialist Southco has published a new brochure to illustrate its expertise as a single supplier for all latching, locking, electronic and positioning control solutions for the railway industry. The brochure demonstrates Southco's ability to relate to the n
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