Southco expands its E5 Cam Latch range with fresh offerings
Southco, a leading manufacturer of access hardware, has announced the addition of two new features to its E5 line of quarter-turn cam latches: the Grip Protected Cam and the Adjustable Grip option. These enhancements aim to improve the versatility and durability of the E5 cam latches.
Grip Protected Cam: Enhanced Durability and Smoothness
The Grip Protected Cam is an upgrade over existing flat cams. It features a plastic cover at the end of the cam, which prevents wear and cosmetic damage caused by a flat cam scraping against the enclosure frame. This design results in smoother latch actuation and protects the frame from damage. The Grip Protected Cams are compatible with all E5 and H3 latches.
Adjustable Grip: Customizable Latch for Varying Frame Sizes
The Adjustable Grip option provides more flexibility for users of the E5-9 hand-operated cam latches, including those with Wing Knob, T-Handle, and L-Handle designs. This feature allows users to manually adjust the cam location on each latch, enabling control over the grip strength and compensation for variations in frame dimensions. This adjustability allows manufacturers to use a single latch design across different frame configurations, enhancing design and inventory efficiency.
In summary, the new Grip Protected Cam reduces wear and frame damage while improving smoothness, and the Adjustable Grip increases functionality by letting users adapt the latch’s grip to varying frame sizes or preferences without changing the hardware. These options enhance the durability, flexibility, and adaptability of Southco's E5 cam latch line.
[1] Southco (2022). Press Release: Southco Introduces Protected Cams and Adjustable Grips for E5 Cam Latches
[2] Southco (2022). E5 Cam Latches Product Page
The integration of Grip Protected Cams and Adjustable Grip options into Southco's E5 cam latches signifies a strategic move towards the advancement of manufacturing in the industry, offering enhanced durability and smoother operation due to reduced wear and cosmetic damage on frames. Additionally, the Adjustable Grip feature is a technological innovation that caters to the varying needs of the finance sector, enabling manufacturers to optimize costs by using a unified latch design across diverse frame configurations.
