HDT Reaches Key Milestone on Rigid Wall Shelter Program
SOLON, Ohio – June 3, 2025 – HDT Global (HDT), a leading provider of mission-critical solutions for military and defense applications, is proud to announce that its double-expandable Rigid Wall Shelter (RWS) has received its certification from the International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC) – a critical enabler for multimodal transportation. This certification marks a pivotal milestone for the Army Standard Family of Rigid Wall Shelters (ASF-RWS) program, confirming the shelter’s readiness for rigorous field conditions.
The CSC certification is a critical validation of the shelter’s structural integrity, confirming that the system meets the stringent requirements for shipping, storage, and deployment in extreme conditions. It reflects the successful culmination of extensive engineering, design, and testing efforts, demonstrating the shelter’s durability and capability to meet the needs of the U.S. Army.
“Achieving CSC certification for our double expandable rigid wall shelter is a significant accomplishment for HDT Global,” stated Bob Joyce, HDT Global CEO. “It underscores our team’s ability to meet and exceed the rigorous demands of the military and provide a mission-ready solution for the U.S. Army.”
The double-expandable RWS meets the unique needs of military personnel while maintaining a lightweight, high-strength structure. The shelter’s design includes composite insulated panels and a custom steel frame, offering strength and durability without added weight. A key feature of the design is the use of a common frame architecture, which allows for greater manufacturing efficiency and easier adaptation to various mission-specific configurations.
“The design and certification of the double-expandable RWS required us to push the boundaries of innovation to deliver a lightweight, nine-high stackable RWS capable of supporting the warfighter in a contested logistics environment” added Jeremy Alford, SVP of Business Development. “We developed custom structural components that balanced weight, payload capacity, and durability. Passing the CSC certification proves that our design is not only functional but meets the highest standards for military deployment.”
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About HDT: Headquartered in Solon, Ohio, USA, HDT Global is a leading manufacturer and integrator of state-of-the-art, integrated mission systems, robotic solutions, missile defense systems and flight line ground support solutions. We design and produce unmanned robotic systems, shelters, power generation equipment, environmental control systems, air filtration devices, specialty transport vehicles, and other engineered technologies that are currently used by U.S. and allied defense, aerospace, commercial and government customers worldwide. Proven solutions for extreme environments. We’re there with you. For more information, visit www.hdtglobal.com.