Southco recently collaborated with UL to complete testing of a select portfolio of its latches, hinges and fasteners according to the newly released FTTA2/FTTA8 Recognition Certification from UL. This new Recognition certification for enclosure accessories assists manufacturers who wish to utilize Type rated hinging and latching accessories in enclosures complying with UL50E.
Solving aircraft design challenges with standardized mechanisms before committing to expensive and time-consuming tooling and production. Our proven mechanisms including positioning Technology and Electronic Access Solutions ensure enhanced ergonomics, usability, reliability, and improved inflight safety and security. Integrating validated and standardized mechanisms in aircraft applications allows design flexibility at a much lower cost over time, improves industrial design and ultimately enhances end-user functionality.
Watch Video and learn moreSave 50 days or more of testing time
Accelerate speed of product evaluation and time to market
Eliminate costs like test samples and lab fees
Access hardware tested and regularly inspected by UL
Southco manufactures over 100,000 UL Recognized products
Hardware tested to meet corrosion, ingress and gasket integrity standards
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Global leader in Engineered Access Solutions
70+ years of experience
Serving 100,000+ customers in 83 Countries
Sales, Distribution, Engineering and Customer Service in over 50 countries
15 Manufacturing & stocking locations in 9 countries
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Learn how Southco and UL collaborated to simplify environmental certification of enclosures
Understand how UL Type ratings compare to NEMA and IP
View Southco’s certification on the UL Online Certifications Directory
Enhancing Aircraft Cabin Safety and Security with Electronic Access Control
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70+ years of experience
Serving 100,000+ customers in 83 Countries
Sales, Distribution, Engineering and Customer Service in over 50 countries
15 Manufacturing & stocking locations in 9 countries
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Global leader in Engineered Access Solutions
70+ years of experience
Serving 100,000+ customers in 83 Countries
Sales, Distribution, Engineering and Customer Service in over 50 countries
15 Manufacturing & stocking locations in 9 countries
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Southco’s access hardware has been trusted for over 70 years by enclosure manufacturers, all over the world. Becoming the first manufacturer of FTTA2/FTTA8 recognized access hardware is the latest example of Southco’s commitment to providing solutions that help enclosure manufacturers meet industry standards while adding value to the design, manufacturing and product evaluation processes. Put simply, Southco knows enclosure applications.
From cockpit to cabin, Southco offers a comprehensive product portfolio of latching, fastening and positioning technologies for a wide range of interior and exterior aircraft applications. Our broad offerings meets Aerospace industry requirements for strength and durability, enhances passenger comfort and provides and extra layer of safety and security.
70+ years of access hardware experience
Global footprint with sales, distribution, engineering and customer services in over 30 countries
9 Design and Engineering Centers globally
150+ experienced sales engineres & 75+ design engineers globally
Provide total program managment from design concept to production
70+ years of access hardware experience
Global footprint with sales, distribution, engineering and customer services in over 30 countries
9 Design and Engineering Centers globally
150+ experienced sales engineres & 75+ design engineers globally
Provide total program managment from design concept to production
Trusted supplier to the Aerospace Industry