In conversation with Alex Picarelli, Commercial Director at Southco Manufacturing Ltd, on how Southco is helping manufacturers meet the demands of electrification, automation and connected technologies through innovative access hardware.

Cost-effective zinc version of the E3 latch adds reflective red wings for clear open-status visibility from five meters.

Available in multiple head styles and a zinc-nickel corrosion coating, the R4-15 lets manufacturers match existing latches while giving operators a single, comfortable key for field access.

New Foshan Facility Strengthens Southco’s Commitment to Innovation, Operational Excellence, and Growth in the Asian Market.

Southco, the leading global designer and manufacturer of engineered access solutions, is excited to announce their participation at the upcoming AGRITECHNICA trade fair for agricultural machinery, taking place in Hanover, Germany, 9-15 November 2025.

Southco is adding two options to its E5 line of quarter-turn cam latches, opening up a variety of new functionalities.

Southco unveils cutting-edge access hardware for trucks, transforming standard components into high-performance solutions, with live demonstrations and insights from Andy Thornton’s webinar.

The Next-Generation 4D Captive Screw: Innovative Design with Self-Aligning Knob and Enhanced Tolerance for Seamless Manufacturing.

With improved strength, new installation options, and over double the cycle life, Southco’s latest ST Torque Hinges redefine performance in hinge technology.

Southco’s AC-50 Squeeze Handle Actuator Offers Enhanced Ergonomics and Flexible Multi-Point Latching for Large Panels.