New Compression Latch from Southco Withstands High Pressure Cleaning in Food and Medical Applications

HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 20
November 2019 – Southco Asia Ltd., a subsidiary of
Southco Inc., a leading global provider of engineered access solutions such as
locks, latches, captive fasteners, electronic access solutions and hinges/
positioning technology, has expanded its successful line of E3 VISE ACTION® Compression Latches
with a new version designed to resist intensive and forceful chemical cleaning
procedures. Southco’s High Pressure Sealed E3 VISE ACTION® Compression Latch is
sealed to withstand high-pressure, high-temperature wash-down procedures to
meet hygiene requirements.

 

E3 VISE
ACTION® Compression Latch (High Pressure Sealed)

Southco’s
High Pressure Sealed E3 VISE ACTION® Compression Latch is sealed to IP69K to
prevent liquid ingress and is DIN EN1672-2 compliant, making it an ideal
solution for applications where hygiene and cleanliness is essential. With its
robust stainless steel construction, the High Pressure Sealed E3 resists harsh
environments and chemicals typically used in food processing machinery and
medical equipment applications.

The
High Pressure Sealed E3 provides the same quick, secure closure as the standard
E3 series, and delivers robust, vibration-resistant fastening. Additionally,
the High Pressure Sealed E3 features the same panel hole prep as the standard
series for easy retrofit and is available in a variety of grip lengths to
provide optimal door closure.

Global Product Manager Loc Tieu adds, “The
High Pressure Sealed E3 VISE ACTION® Compression Latch is designed to
withstand heavy wash-downs where hygiene and easy cleaning procedures are of
the highest importance. The new E3 latch provides the same consistent
performance as our standard E3 Compression Latch series, and offers
best-in-class compression latching.”

About Southco

Southco, Inc. is the leading global
designer and manufacturer of engineered access solutions. From quality and
performance to aesthetics and ergonomics, we understand that first impressions
are lasting impressions in product design. For over 70 years, Southco has
helped the world’s most recognized brands create value for their customers with
innovative access solutions designed to enhance the touch points of their
products in transportation and industrial applications, medical equipment, data
centers and more. With unrivalled engineering resources, innovative products
and a dedicated global team, Southco delivers the broadest portfolio of premium
access solutions available to equipment designers throughout the world.

Southco Asia
Limited

2401-2406, Tower 2, Ever Gain Plaza

88 Container Port Road, Kwai Chung

Hong Kong