Mississippi Industries for the Blind’s cargo tiedown straps

August 1, 2017

Etrack 40076, 40077, 40078Mississippi Industries for the Blind’s heavy-duty cargo tiedown straps now are available to commercial users and are suited for an array of load applications. The straps can be customized from 2 to 4 inches wide and configured with ratchets, hooks, track fittings and other hardware to accommodate a wide range of uses. The sewn strap patterns are consistent due to programmable pattern-tacking sewing machines. Large heavy-duty thread is available for higher-strength applications. Other options include snaps, grommets and buckles.

Mississippi Industries for the Blind, www.msblind.org

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