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 the latch.

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.