When most people think of aircraft, they picture planes flying overhead or taking off and landing at the airport. They rarely consider what goes into an airplane. Certainly, they might consider the engines and wings of the plane, but not anything further. They wouldn’t think about the latches or access hardware which keeps certain and components of the aircraft secure. This can prove important in both securing the exterior and interior areas of the plane. TCH Hardware offers various solutions to meet all of your latching needs by providing superior functionality with cutting edge design.

What Access Hardware Solutions Can Provide

Integrating standardized latching and hinging solutions for both the interior and exterior aircraft applications can provide the following:

• Enhances Functionality
• Provides Superior Safety
• Offers Higher Level of Security
• Compliments Aircraft Design
• Improves Compliance with Safety Guidelines
• Enhances Passenger Comfort

What Kind of Aerospace Applications Can Electronic Access Solutions Help?

With a wide array of various security options, TCH has proven time and time again that their solutions can be seamlessly integrated into numerous aircraft applications.

Some of those applications are listed below:

• Electronic Access Solutions Increase Cabin Security and Safety
• Hinges and Display Mounting Solutions Improve Passenger Experience
• Push-to-Close Latches Offer Secure Latching with Concealed Mounting Styles
• Multi-Point Latching Systems Accommodate Door Misalignment and Provide Flexible Actuation Options, Including Remote Actuation
• Draw and Compression Latches provide Vibration Resistance and Proper Alignment Resilience

How do Dual Point Latching Systems Help Aircraft Cabins?

Integrating dual point latching systems are an excellent way of upgrading the interior of any aircraft.

Installing them can:

• Keep Access Panels Closed Even When the Latch Point Fails
• Reduce Operational Footprint with a Lightweight, Compact Design
• Helps to Prevent Squeaks and Rattles During Flight

How Can Hinges and Mounts Help Aircraft Interiors?

They can add to the aesthetic, as well as, the overall passenger experience. Below are the most impactful:

• Keeps Overhead Compartments Properly Latched to Allow Technicians and Flight Staff to Keep Their Hands Free
• Provides Consistent and Reliable Operation in Lightweight Package
• Helps to Control Motion to Prevent Noise During Flight

Electronic Access Solutions

This type of security helps to not only improve the overall safety of the aircraft by the level of security as well. They provide reliable, secure latching with remote access and control. It allows the following:

• Maintains Security of Access Points During Take-Off, Taxiing, Landing, and Turbulence
• Allows Flight Crew to Remotely Control Access to Luggage Storage, Overhead Bins, and Lavatories
• Secure and Control Crew-Only Areas, Devices, and Storage Areas.

Looking for access hardware for your aircraft security solutions? TCH can provide any sized company the best in access security handles and latches. With our solutions, TCH can provide peace of mind.