Southco, Inc., a leading name in engineered access solutions, presents its Universal Latch Sensor (ULS) designed for heightened security and continuous monitoring. It belongs to Electronic access and locking latches which will be explained further.
The ULS by Southco is a straightforward system: a magnet that affixes to a current latch and a magnetic sensor that mounts on the interior of a door frame.
The magnet aligns with the sensor when the door is shut, and the latch is in place. This triggers an electronic notification to your security setup, notifying users that the door is closed and latched correctly.
The ULS's signal can be employed in numerous ways, from being integrated into security systems to activating interior lights within a compartment. No matter its use, the ULS seamlessly merges with systems, offering more consistent monitoring of latch statuses. Unlike some door sensors that might indicate a door as “closed” even if it isn't locked, the ULS specifically checks the latch, ensuring users are always informed about the door’s state and latch security.
As an illustration, the ULS can power dashboard indicator lights when a latch is not closed or activate lights within a compartment or storage area before the hinges start moving.
Additionally, Southco provides a sensor model that has embedded LEDs. These light up automatically as the latch is released, eliminating the need for extra illumination in confined areas.
Industry Ripples
- Access Solutions Sphere : With its novel approach to security and surveillance, the 'Universal Latch Sensor' promises transformational changes in access solutions.
- Security Solutions Landscape : The ULS offers groundbreaking avenues for the security sector, endorsing tighter access management and heightened vigilance.
- Illumination Sector : The ULS's capability to harness enclosure lights introduces pioneering avenues in the lighting domain, emphasizing user comfort and energy stewardship.
Short Brief of Southco Latches:
Compression Latch:
When sealing against dust and water using compressed gaskets or minimizing noise and vibration through clamping, Southco offers a comprehensive range of compression latches to keep doors and panels shut securely.
Cam Latch:
With a 90-degree turn, Southco Cam Latches reliably secure doors, offering robust closure. Their diverse selection includes various handles, tools, and critical locking choices. Dust and water-resistant options also cater to almost every application's security and sealing needs.
Push to Close Latch:
Southco Push-to-Close Latches delivers the ease of a simple slam-to-shut mechanism, ensuring panels stay firmly connected. These latches are easy to install and come in visible, hidden mounting varieties. Suitable for heavy-duty indoor and outdoor tasks, they're available in various sizes, designs, and actuation choices.
Rotary Latching System:
Southco Rotary Latch Systems deliver a sturdy method for securing panels with the ease of a push-to-close feature, facilitating concealed latching at one or multiple points in the application.
These latches come in an expansive array of mechanical and electromechanical designs, built from materials that withstand various environments. The automatic actuator variants ensure adaptable security through hand or keyed usage, whereas the electromechanical actuators present a more discreet option.
Draw Latch:
Southco Draw Latches offer versatile options to pull panels together firmly. With styles ranging from over-center and adjustable to heavy-duty, these latches optimize mechanical leverage, enabling manual efforts to produce the required force to compress gaskets, seal containers, and prevent rattling.
Swing Handle & Multipoint System:
This enhanced modular design delivers exceptional adaptability in a sleek, ergonomically appealing low-profile format tailored for industry-standard panel preparations. With options like multiple offset cams, multi-point latching, and various locking and non-locking features, achieving a cost-effective setup's easier than ever.
Entry Door Latch & Lock:
Southco Entry Door Locksets offer an elegant and secure choice for doors, hatches, and access panels. Apt for indoor and outdoor latches uses Southco's span slide latches, swinging latches, and magnetic latches.
They present a premium appearance and tactile experience and are available in diverse finishes made from entirely marine-grade, corrosion-resistant materials, ensuring chic door setups.
Electronic Access & Locking Solution:
Southco's Electronic Access Solutions (EAS) merge our trusted mechanical locks and latches with electronic activation, offering heightened security and remote and monitored access capabilities.
These electronic locking systems facilitate a shift from traditional key-based security to sophisticated electronic access. They incorporate smart locking mechanisms and a comprehensive suite of access control systems, which can be operated using RFID cards, PIN codes, or Bluetooth technology.
Cam Lock & Lock Plug:
With a straightforward 90-degree turn, Southco cam latches ensure doors are firmly and reliably closed. Their diverse selection includes various handles, tools, and key-locking mechanisms. Coupled with options resistant to dust and water, they cater to multiple applications, ensuring security and sealing.
Product Demo: Southco Universal Latch Sensor
