Visible Record Equipment - France (FR)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 7460

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 7460

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 74 Office Machines, Text Processing Systems and Visible Record Equipment

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 74 Office Machines, Text Processing Systems and Visible Record Equipment

Items Managed by France (FR) - NCB is 14

NATO Supply Class 7460 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 74, which is dedicated to Office Machines, Text Processing Systems, and Visible Record Equipment.

NATO Supply Class 7460 specifically focuses on Visible Record Equipment. Visible Record Equipment refers to devices or systems used for recording and storing information in a visible format, such as paper documents or microfilm. This class includes various types of equipment used for document management, storage, and retrieval.

Some examples of visible record equipment that fall under NATO Supply Class 7460 include:

1. Filing cabinets: These are storage units with drawers or compartments designed to hold and organize paper documents.

2. Microfilm readers and scanners: These devices are used to view or digitize microfilm records, which are a compact and durable format for storing large amounts of information.

3. Document shredders: These machines are used to securely destroy sensitive or confidential documents by cutting them into small pieces.

4. Paper cutters and trimmers: These tools are used to precisely cut or trim paper documents to a desired size or shape.

5. Indexing systems: These systems help organize and categorize documents for easy retrieval, typically through the use of indexing cards or electronic databases.

6. Document storage boxes: These are containers designed to store and protect paper documents, often used for long-term archival purposes.

It's important to note that NATO Supply Class 7460 is just one of many classifications within NATO's supply system. This classification system helps standardize the identification and categorization of various military and non-military items for procurement and logistical purposes within NATO member countries.