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Southco Inc.

Southco Inc. is the world's leading designer and manufacturer of engineered access hardware, offering latches, hinges, locks, and fasteners for diverse industrial applications.

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Southco Inc. is the leading global designer and manufacturer of engineered access solutions. Founded in 1899 as a specialty pipe manufacturer for the Pennsylvania oil industry, Southco entered the specialty fastener and latch business in 1945 and has since grown into a global leader through innovation and strategic acquisitions.

Southco's extensive product range includes:

  • Panel and door latches with manual and electronic locks
  • Quick-access fasteners and captive screws
  • Hinges and handles for various applications
  • Electronic access solutions and monitoring systems
  • Inject/eject mechanisms, inserts, and standoffs

Southco's engineered access hardware serves diverse markets including marine, automotive, off-road vehicles, construction, RV/caravan, industrial machinery, enclosures, HVAC systems, medical equipment, and network/telecommunications infrastructure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What products does Southco Inc. manufacture?
Southco manufactures latches, locks (manual and electronic), hinges, handles, quick-access fasteners, captive screws, monitor mounts, inject/eject mechanisms, and various access hardware components.
What industries use Southco products?
Southco serves marine, automotive, off-road, construction, RV/caravan, industrial machinery, enclosures, HVAC, medical equipment, and telecommunications industries.
How long has Southco been in business?
Southco was founded in 1899 as a pipe manufacturer and entered the specialty fastener and latch business in 1945, with over 125 years of company history.
Does Southco offer electronic locking solutions?
Yes, Southco offers a comprehensive range of electronic access solutions alongside their mechanical latches and locks for enhanced security applications.