Hardy-Built Fastners
The Hardy Built Fastening System: An Advanced Solution for Reusable Crates
The Hardy Built Fastening System is a heavy-duty, reusable hardware system engineered for creating durable, knockdown containers. Unlike one-time-use containers, this system allows for the rapid assembly and disassembly of wood, plywood, or plastic panels. This capability makes it an ideal solution for shipping and storing valuable, sensitive, or heavy items, as containers can be repeatedly used, reducing waste and long-term costs. The system’s robust construction ensures that crates maintain their structural integrity over many cycles, even under demanding military and industrial conditions.
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Military Applications and Specifications
The military relies on Hardy Built Fasteners for their reliability and durability in a variety of logistical scenarios. The system is often used for creating knockdown crates for the secure transport and storage of high-value and sensitive equipment.
- Secure Transport: Used to assemble containers for shipping electronics, precision optics, avionics, and other mission-critical equipment. The fasteners provide a strong, reliable closure that protects against rough handling and extreme environments.
- Logistical Efficiency: The knockdown design of the crates allows for easy disassembly and stacking, which significantly reduces the space required for return shipping and storage. This is a crucial feature for military logistics, where space and weight are at a premium.
- Standardized Procurement: Key components of the system are assigned National Stock Numbers (NSNs), such as NSN 5340-01-422-8615 for the HBS-II-7 Angle Bracket. This standardization simplifies the military’s procurement process, ensuring that the hardware is readily available and consistent in quality.
The fasteners are designed to meet or exceed the performance requirements of military crate specifications like ASTM D7478 and ASTM D6251, which cover sheathed wood and wood-cleated panelboard containers. They are also compliant with environmental standards like ISPM-15, which is required for international shipments of wood packaging.
Industrial Applications
In the industrial sector, the Hardy Built Fastening System is used to create reusable shipping containers for a variety of purposes.
- Automotive and Aerospace: Used for shipping expensive parts, such as engines, transmissions, and avionics, to manufacturing plants and service centers.
- Electronics and High-Tech: Provides a safe, reusable solution for shipping servers, medical devices, and other fragile equipment.
- Sustainable Packaging: Companies use the system to reduce their environmental footprint by eliminating single-use crates and minimizing waste.