Small Quick Action Fastener For Glider

Glider safety and protection equipment is the latest application area to benefit from the strength and security of Protex over-centre latches and draw latches.

Several draw latch models from the company's quick-action fastener range are employed by the makers of wing and tail dollies used to protect gliders when they are stationary or being manoeuvred on the ground.

The over-centre fasteners are normally riveted or bolted to the two hinged GRP mouldings that allow the wheeled dollies to be quickly located on the aircrafts' wing and fuselage sections. Once in position, the mating profiles are clamped securely together using the hand-operated latches.

Protex supplies rigid, spring claw and adjustable grip fastener variants to meet the application requirements of several different manufacturers' products. In addition, leading gliding equipment supplier, AFE of Kidlington, Oxford has specified Protex's light duty 29-619 non-adjustable toggle latch and medium duty 61-1610 screw adjustable fasteners with safety catch for their gas-strut suspension wing and castoring tail wheel dolly units.

Mild Steel and Stainless Steel Draw Latches from Protex

At Protex, we manufacture and supply a wide range of draw latches and over centre latches from stock. Our range of draw latches feature fastening solutions ranging from light duty fasteners to super heavy duty fasteners and the majority are available in a range of finishes, including zinc plated mild steel, stainless steel and more.

If you can’t find what you’re looking for from our catalogue of products or need advice on the best draw latch for your requirement, get in touch with out experts. call +44(0)1527 63231 or email sales@protex.com.