TORRINGTON, CT Norse announces the opening of a satellite office in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The company’s decision to have a physical presence in the Southeast is directly tied to sales and support of its ShutterUp Latches storm shutter fastening systems. The office opened in July of 2015. According to Christopher Langer, the company’s…
Spacers Improve Latch/Receiver Installations on Vinyl Siding
TORRINGTON, CT Spacers are now available for use with Norse “Big T” receivers. The new spacers are used to shim out receivers installed on compressible exterior surfaces, particularly vinyl siding. Spacers build the receiver out to a position flush with the latch to which it mates without compromising the clamping power and performance abilities of…
Norse Adds 110-Ton Minster Press
TORRINGTON, CT Norse has acquired a 110-ton Minster No. 9 standing press. The press came online at Norse’s Torrington, CT, factory in March 2015. It will be used for multiple stamping operations, though primarily dedicated to Type 1 Large latches used in its ShutterUp Latches hurri- cane shutter latching systems. Norse’s acquisition will allow the…
Norse Names New Shop Manager
TORRINGTON, CT Norse has placed Mitchell Lenart in position over its floor manufacturing activ- ities. He was chosen for his experience in hardware manufacturing and his willingness to manage diverse duties in a fast-paced environment. His chief responsibilites are for production output, product quality and on-time shipping. He will oversee materials requisition and vendor perform-…
Hurricane Season 2014 and a 15% Discount on ShutterUp® Hurricane Latches for a Limited Time
TORRINGTON, CT Hurricane season is upon the nation. Norse’s ShutterUp® quick-hang hurricane latching system for storm shutters has been discounted 15% until August 31, 2014. Contractor discounts are always available. ShutterUp Latches provide a rugged, affordable alternative to expensive custom window shutters. Installation is easy for do-it-yourselfers. ShutterUp Latches protect any opening from small to…
CAD Drawings of Norse Latches and Receivers Now Available for Download
TORRINGTON, CT Norse, Inc., announces that 3D representations of its most widely specified latches and receivers are now available to assist customers in their design applications. The two available 3D formats are .STEP per ISO 10303-21, and AutoCAD’s .DWG format. In addition 2D versions are available as PDFs. Latches and receivers that can be downloaded…
Norse ShutterUp® Hurricane Latches Receive Product Approvals After Stringent Agency Reviews
Norse’s quick-hang hurricane latching system for storm shutters has received product approvals in two of America’s most hurricane-prone states. The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation has issued ShutterUp Latches a Florida Building Code Product Approval (FPA# 15640). Additionally, the Texas Department of Insurance has approved ShutterUp Latches (SHU-197) for use in designated catastrophe…
Latches for Rapid, Secure Assembly of Sectional Flooring
Norse latches are designed for concealed installation in sectional flooring. Multiple configurations of latches and receivers are possible to suit many applications, and offer numerous advantages: Exceedingly strong section-to-section compression, with a clamping force of 500 to 550 lbs. Yieldable, with forgiveness of installation tolerances to 1/4 inch due to a unique spring loading mechanism….