Southco, global designer and manufacturer of engineered access solutions, has launched a new latching offering pitched at those who prioritise safety and security across industries including for rail, semiconductor and industrial machinery.
Southco’s E3 VISE ACTION® Compression Latch with Visual Indicator (now available in zinc) features red, reflective indicator wings that can be easily viewed when open, so users can tell if the latch is secure with a quick glance. This offering further expands the line of MAKE SAFETY VISIBLE BY SOUTHCO™ products, which provide visual indication for increased safety and monitoring in a wide range of applications.
When Southco’s E3 VISE ACTION Compression Latch with Visual Indicator is open, it displays reflective wings that can be seen from a minimum of five metres away, making it an ideal choice for rail, semiconductor and industrial machinery enclosures where an unsecured door or panel could impact safety during operation, said the firm. By allowing operators to easily see when a latch is open, the E3 VISE ACTION Compression Latch with Visual Indicator improves efficiency, enhances safety, and reduces maintenance errors.
Commercial Product Manager Jonathan Coulter said: “The E3 VISE ACTION® Compression Latch with Visual Indicator provides visual feedback of whether a panel is fully closed, semi-closed or not secured at all. Like Southco’s standard E3 line, the indicator version delivers vibration-resistant fastening and is available in a variety of grip lengths, providing a simple upgrade for enhancing enclosure safety and security.”
