Worcester, UK, March 2017—Southco has recently expanded its Positioning Technology portfolio with the addition a system designed to neutralise the weight of heavy doors and covers. The CB Lift-A-Syst® series combines assisted lifting force and positional stability through the full range of motion for opening and closing to make equipment operation safe and reliable. This series is designed specifically for controlling the exact weight of heavy flip-up countertops and covers, allowing them to be lifted and positioned with ease. The Lift-A-Syst series allows a heavy door to be lifted with minimal operating effort and will continue to hold it securely in any position. Available with an optional hinge point, Southco’s Lift-A-Syst series can be fine-tuned to the feel of the door, eliminating the need for constant maintenance and readjustment. Additionally, the system offers safe operation and a repeatable cycle life.

Global Product Manager James Stroud adds, “Southco’s CB Lift-A-Syst series is engineered specifically for controlling the exact weight of heavy flip-up countertops and covers, and can balance heavy loads, allowing them to be safely lifted and positioned with minimal operating effort.”

Southco is a leading global provider of engineered access solutions, including latches, locks, captive fasteners, hinges, handles, and other accessories for applications in the marine, networking, telecommunications, computer, automotive, aerospace, mass transit, off-highway/construction, RV/caravan, industrial machinery and HVAC industries.