Southco, Inc. has completed the acquisition of Darshana Industries Pvt. Ltd, a proven leader in the design and manufacture of access hardware and mechanical components for the India market.

The biggest issue facing logistics firms, as identified by Barclays, is delivering goods when recipients are not present, with over 63% of carriers stating this as a concern.

Southco has expanded its line of VISE ACTION^® Compression Latches with a new covered version that allows the operator to identify whether the latch is open or closed.

By Mark Yarnall, Business Development Manager, Diversified Technologies, Southco Inc

By Jonathan Coulter, Commercial Product Manager, Southco Inc

HandleSmart is an innovative self-cleaning door handle proven to kill 99% of germs. Originally developed in response to poor hand washing practices, it is now playing an important role in helping to reduce the spread of COVID-19

Established in 2017 in the Netherlands, PAZTIR^® is a specialist in access management, track and trace and smart locking systems for urban delivery optimisation

Southco Manufacturing Ltd., a global leader in engineered access solutions, based in Warndon, Worcester, has responded to the challenge presented by COVID-19. As the company’s global Centre of Excellence for plastic injection moulding and accustomed to high-volume manufacturing for the automotive and other industrial sectors, Southco have in record time adjusted course, tooled up a CE-marked full face protective visor and are now able to provide volume support of this vital protective equipment to frontline workers.

Enhance Security, Reduce Infection.

Southco has recently expanded on its successful line of mechanical actuators with a new version that combines reliable actuation with modern design. Constructed of high-strength, corrosion-resistant materials, the AC-11 Actuator features an ergonomic pull handle that is ideal for remotely actuating a latch in heavy duty equipment applications.