southco

About southco

Southco, Inc. is a leading global provider of engineered access solutions, including latches, locks, captive fasteners, hinges, handles, and other innovative products for a wide range of industries. The company was founded in 1899 in Concordville, Pennsylvania, USA, and has since expanded its operations worldwide, maintaining a strong presence in over 30 countries with manufacturing facilities, sales offices, and R&D centers strategically located across North America, Europe, Asia, and the rest of the world.

Southco's mission is to help its customers improve their products and gain a competitive advantage by providing innovative access solutions that enhance the touch points between users and their products. The company serves a diverse range of industries including automotive, , commercial transportation, industrial machinery, marine, networking, telecommunications, and computers.

One of Southco's key strengths is its commitment to innovation. The company invests heavily in research and development to ensure that it stays at the forefront of technology and design. Southco's engineering teams are skilled at working collaboratively with customers to develop customized solutions that meet specific needs and challenges. This customer-centric approach has led to the development of some of the most advanced access hardware technologies in the market today.

Southco's product portfolio is extensive and includes over 25,000 standard products. However, the company's capabilities go beyond standard product offerings. Southco is well-known for its ability to provide custom-engineered solutions that integrate seamlessly with the customer’s own manufacturing processes, thereby enhancing functionality, reducing assembly time, and improving overall product performance.

Quality is a cornerstone of Southco’s operational philosophy. The company is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality in all of its products and processes. Southco's manufacturing facilities are certified to ISO 9001 for quality management systems, and many of its products are compliant with international standards such as RoHS, REACH, and UL.

Sustainability is also a key focus for Southco. The company strives to minimize its environmental impact through waste reduction, energy conservation, and sustainable manufacturing practices. Southco also works closely with its suppliers and partners to ensure that they adhere to responsible environmental practices.

In terms of customer service, Southco is dedicated to providing exceptional support throughout the entire lifecycle of its products. From initial design and engineering through manufacturing and after-sales support, Southco’s team of experts is available to provide assistance and advice to ensure customer satisfaction.

In summary, Southco is a global leader in engineered access solutions, renowned for its innovative products, customer-focused engineering, and commitment to quality and sustainability. With over a century of experience and a broad portfolio of advanced products, Southco continues to set the standard for design and manufacturing excellence in the access hardware industry.