Service and Trade Equipment

NATO Supply Group 35: Equipping the Service and Trade Industries

What is it?

NATO Supply Group (NSG) 35, also known as Federal Supply Group (FSG) 35 in the US, is a standardized classification system for a broad category of service and trade equipment. It encompasses various tools, machinery, and devices used in various service and trade sectors across the globe.

What types of equipment are included?

NSG 35 covers a diverse range of equipment, categorized into different classes:

• FSC 3510: Laundry and Dry Cleaning Equipment: Washing machines, dryers, ironers, and other equipment used for laundering and dry cleaning textiles.
• FSC 3520: Shoe Repairing Equipment: Shoe repair tools, machines, and supplies for fixing and maintaining footwear.
• FSC 3530: Industrial Sewing Machines and Mobile Textile Repair Shops: Industrial sewing machines, mobile repair units, and associated tools used for tailoring, garment production, and textile repairs.
• FSC 3540: Wrapping and Packaging Machinery: Machines used for packaging and wrapping various goods, including boxes, bags, and pallets.
• FSC 3550: Vending and Coin Operated Machines: Vending machines for dispensing food, drinks, or other products, as well as coin-operated equipment like amusement machines.
• FSC 3590: Miscellaneous Service and Trade Equipment: This class encompasses a broad range of equipment not categorized in other classes, including tools for various trades, catering equipment, and hairdressing equipment.