HONG KONG, CHINA - Media OutReach - 23September 2020 - Southco Asia Ltd., asubsidiary of Southco Inc., a leading global provider of engineered accesssolutions such as locks, latches, captive fasteners, electronic accesssolutions and hinges/ positioning technology, has expanded its successful E5 Cam Latch series, including anextended housing version designed for increased panel thickness, a roller camoption that compensates for inadequate gasket compression and a flush mountingcup that provides sealing capability.

Extended Housing E5 Fixed Grip Cam Latch

Southco'sextended housing E5 Fixed Grip Cam Latch accommodates panel and doorthicknesses up to 52mm. The extended housing E5 Fixed Grip Cam Latch deliverslight compression, and is ideal for applications where energy efficiency is akey design consideration, such as enclosures with thermal insulation used inthe commercial HVAC industry.

Southco's E5Cam Latch series is now available with a plastic roller-style cam that reducesoperational force and provides light compression for simple enclosureapplications. Providing secure cam engagement and up to 2mm of light-dutycompression, the Roller Cam eliminates vibration and rattling during operation.The cam roller rotates smoothly onto the frame when the user operates thelatch, minimizing the frictional force that traditionally occurs when using aflat cam, which can make a door more difficult to open or close.

Available withan optional keeper that constrains the roller to the flat surface of theenclosure frame, the Roller Cam delivers robust, scratch-free engagement andprotects decorated or coated finishes. The Roller Cam offers an economic,secure solution for overcoming inadequate gasket compression with low operatingefforts and is compatible with our E5 Cam Latches as well as other Southcoproduct series including H3 Swinghandle Cam Latches, E3 VISE ACTION® Compression Latches, M1Compression Latches and 92 T-& L-Handle Style Cam Latches.

Southco hasalso released a Flush Cup accessory that can be combined with any of Southco'sE5 Cam Latches or E3 VISE ACTION® Compression Latches tomeet NEMA 4 and IP65 requirements for water anddust protection. The FlushCup allows the latch to be mounted flush to the panel by recessing the mountingpoint, and is available with stud or through-hole mounting styles, offeringdesign flexibility to best fit the requirements of the application.

 "The E5 Cam Latch series delivers affordablesimplicity by offering quick access with just a quarter turn, and offersflexibility of modular design for numerous actuation and dimensional options,"said Commercial Product Manager Todd Schwanger. "These new product releasesoffer reliable performance for a variety of applications where lightcompression and sealing is required, including HVAC and industrial enclosures."

About Southco

Southco, Inc. is the leading global designer and manufacturer ofengineered access solutions. From quality and performance to aesthetics andergonomics, we understand that first impressions are lasting impressions inproduct design. For over 70 years, Southco has helped the world's mostrecognized brands create value for their customers with innovative accesssolutions designed to enhance the touch points of their products intransportation and industrial applications, medical equipment, data centers andmore. With unrivalled engineering resources, innovative products and adedicated global team, Southco delivers the broadest portfolio of premiumaccess solutions available to equipment designers throughout the world.

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