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Solidworks is at the heart of HTF Hardware’s custom part design process. Although we are happy to handle all the modeling ourselves, some of our clients are eager to learn about Solidworks so they can better communicate their ideas and requirements.

If you are interested in learning how to use

At HTF Hardware, we create custom parts for our customers through our parts engineering program. As part of this, we model parts in Solidworks to get the details worked out before they are ready for prototyping and production. While we are happy to do the full design process, or work collaboratively

Tilt trailers are extremely valuable in a wide range of construction, agricultural and other applications. There are several types of tilt trailer layouts. However, they all rely on tilt or pivot hinges and other key hardware to operate. HTF Hardware offers numerous options to suit your unique requirements.

Cam locks and quarter-turn latches are two different families of parts that often get confused for each other due to their similar qualities and features. However, there are many aspects of these parts which can

An eyebolt combines a threaded shaft (or shank) with a complete, round loop at one end. The typical application of an eyebolt is to be threaded to the top of a structure so that a rope or cable can be fed through the ring. This may be used to lift or secure the object. In other cases, it may also be

A defeater handle provides added safety and security. By making use of a special mechanism that requires a two-handed operation to open a box or enclosure, a defeater handle helps ensure the contents remain secured. These parts feature a heavy-duty handle design on a quarter turn latch body and come

Tie down rings are a common type of hardware used to fasten a rope, cord, cable or chain to an anchor point as a way to secure cargo. HTF Hardware has a wide variety of these rings for applications on trailers,

Rubber and Plastic Latches for Any Application

When your latch application requires a part that will never corrode, is non-conductive and/or has excellent resistance to many chemicals, you will want to choose a non-metallic latch. These parts are made from highly durable plastic or rubber components

While it may seem like a simple mechanism that holds things together, toggle clamps provide outstanding locking action, reliable holding power, and a super level of force when the situation demands it. These versatile tools are perfect for mass production industrial applications or even small machine

Both HVAC products and installations can be made better with high-quality custom HVAC parts and supplies and HTF Hardware has them! Whether you are looking to add a locking latch to an access panel or want to install superior hinges on moving parts for ease of use we have what you are looking for.