New Compact Electronic Slide Bolt from Southco Offers Door and Latch Status Monitoring

HONG KONG, CHINA -�Media OutReach - 3 July 2019 –
Southco Asia Ltd., a subsidiary of Southco Inc., a leading global provider of
engineered access solutions such as locks, latches, captive fasteners,
electronic access solutions and hinges/ positioning technology, has expanded its line of electronic
access control solutions with a compact electronic slide bolt that simplifies
the upgrade from mechanical to electromechanical latching. The new EM-05 4
Series Slide Bolt integrates an electronic lock with latch bolt position
sensing and door sensing, allowing for simple monitoring of door and latch
status.

EM-05 4 Series Electronic Slide Bolt

Southco’s EM-05 4 Series Electronic Slide Bolt
features high energy efficiency, requiring no power draw to maintain its
retracted or extended position. With its compact size, the lightweight 4 Series
Electronic Slide Bolt can be easily installed in tight spaces and is adaptable
to various mounting requirements. Simple to install and operate, the economical
4 Series uses a spring-loaded, gear motor-driven mechanism that provides a
secure and reliable alternative to solenoid solutions in high-volume dispensing
and storing applications.

General Manager Steve Spatig adds, “The new EM-05 4
Series Slide Bolt offers a simple, cost-effective upgrade to electromechanical
access control that offers more energy efficiency and reliability than
traditional solenoid solutions. With integrated latch bolt position sensing and
door sensing, the 4 Series allows simple monitoring of door and latch status
for added security.

About Southco

Southco, Inc. is the leading global
designer and manufacturer of engineered access solutions. From quality and
performance to aesthetics and ergonomics, we understand that first impressions
are lasting impressions in product design. For over 70 years, Southco has
helped the world’s most recognized brands create value for their customers with
innovative access solutions designed to enhance the touch points of their
products in transportation and industrial applications, medical equipment, data
centers and more. With unrivalled engineering resources, innovative products
and a dedicated global team, Southco delivers the broadest portfolio of premium
access solutions available to equipment designers throughout the world.

Southco
Asia Limited

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2, Ever Gain Plaza

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Hong Kong