From the resistance of a control knob to the feel of a handle, Rencol Components explores how seemingly minor design decisions can have a major influence on perceptions of quality.
20th August 2026
Indexing plungers can be found practically everywhere. And Berger Tools has them in every shape, size and type. Now the company added yet another version: the indexing plunger with operating lever.
10th August 2026
In today's premium marine environments, design consistency has become as critical as performance. As darker finishes and contrast driven interiors define modern vessels, even small hardware details play an outsized role in the overall experience. Responding to this shift, Southco has introduced Black PVD coated versions of its M1 Compression Latch and E6 Constant Torque Hinge - bringing a cohesive, refined look to visible marine access points without compromising durability.
3rd August 2026
For many manufacturers, production data exists - but getting it into the hands of the people who can act on it is often the real challenge. At William Hughes that has changed with the introduction of a new real-time production dashboard that gives shop floor teams instant visibility of manufacturing priorities, enabling them to make informed decisions without waiting for updates from the office.
9th July 2026
Access hardware success is built around customer commitment, agility and product innovation. In this conversation with Alex Picarelli, Commercial Director at Southco Manufacturing, he reveals all.
29th June 2026
CSignum, a leader in subsea wireless communication, turned to Intertronics when developing the EM-2 - a pioneering device that transmits data from beneath the water's surface using electromagnetic (EM) fields.
25th June 2026
Discover how Southco's rail access hardware solutions help improve safety, reliability, and operational efficiency across modern rail networks in a new video.
23rd June 2026
Rotech Systems and Encoders manufactures rotary encoders and vibration sensors for mining equipment: products that need protection to survive dust and debris. When Rotech's potting compound went obsolete, the search for a replacement led to a collaboration with electronics materials supplier Intertronics that yielded process improvements, a reliable order schedule, and nearly tripled annual sales from 1,500 to 4,000 units.
29th May 2026
How can automakers maintain aesthetics and functionality while ensuring that interior components do not disrupt the cabin's serene atmosphere? This question is now at the forefront of the industry. Southco's response is anechoic performance testing to help customers prevent noise issues from electronic actuation components during the design phase.
24th April 2026
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions in India announces the development of its new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Bengaluru, Karnataka, a greenfield investment that increases production capacity by 30%.
10th April 2026