A Guide to Popular Locks and Latches

Locks and latches are handy for keeping drawers, doors, sideboards, hatches and more secure, ensuring both safety and functionality. At Ovesco, we offer a wide range of locks and latches tailored for utes, 4WDs, trucks, and trailers. Here, we explore some of the most popular types of locks and latches we provide and their uses.

Anti-Luce Locks

Anti-luce locks, also known as anti-rattle fasteners, are an ideal solution for securing trays and tailgates on utes. Not only are they extremely strong and easy to use, but the tight seal they create also eliminates rattling, which could loosen less robust locks.

Key Features: Anti-luce locks feature a strong and easy-to-use design that ensures secure locking while creating a tight seal to eliminate rattling. Add rubber washers to further reduce noise and vibration.

Applications: Trays, tailgates, and other hatches on work vehicles.

Compression Locks

Compression locks use mechanical compression to secure doors and hatches firmly when locked. They are especially suitable for ute canopies, caravans, and trucks, offering environmental protection thanks to their seals.

Key Benefits: Compression locks prevent debris, dust, and water from entering through gaps around the enclosure or door perimeter. They can be swung, pressed, or depressed into a locked position, providing a reliable and secure closure.

Applications: Doors and hatches on caravans, trucks, and utes.

Drop T Locks

Drop T locks are renowned for their strength and dependable security. These locks are characterised by their T-shaped handle, making them easy to operate.

Key Features: Drop T locks are built to endure tough industrial conditions. Their high resistance to corrosion makes them ideal for environments such as mining, off-road, and worksites. They are also a great choice for securing trucks, ute tray backs, trailers, canopies, and toolboxes.

Applications: Canopies and toolboxes.

Over Centre Catches

Over centre catches are high-strength latches designed for quick and secure closure. These latches create tension when clamped shut, ensuring a tight seal for reliable protection against dust and other environmental particles.

Key Benefits: Over centre catches offer simplicity, reliability, and versatility, making them ideal for a wide range of applications. Their low-profile design ensures easy installation on various components, providing secure and effective closure.

Applications: Doors, hatches, lids, and canopies.

Sideboard Latches

Sideboard latches are designed to secure sideboards on utes, trucks, and trailers, making them a reliable choice for demanding environments. Built for durability, these latches can withstand the rigours of off-road applications.

Key Features: Sideboard latches are designed to be heavy-duty, providing long-lasting security. They also offer easy access to the tray and a flat surface for added functionality.

Applications: Ute tray, truck or trailer sideboards.

Choose the Right Lock or Latch for Your Needs

At Ovesco, we understand the importance of selecting the right hardware to meet your project’s requirements. Our range of locks and latches is designed to deliver security, durability, and ease of use. If you have any questions or need assistance selecting the perfect solution, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team.