287486 - Hobart Ironman 240 Replacement Shipping Box and Foam Kit

Protect Your Equipment with the Official Hobart Shipping Kit

The Hobart 287486 Shipping Kit is the essential OEM solution for transporting your Ironman 240 MIG welder. Heavy industrial machinery like the Ironman 240 requires specific support during transit to prevent catastrophic damage. Standard cardboard boxes or generic packing peanuts are insufficient for the weight and weight distribution of a full-sized MIG welder. This kit provides the exact factory-original packaging materials used when the machine first leaves the assembly line, ensuring that your equipment remains secure, stable, and protected against the rigors of freight shipping.

Why OEM Packaging Matters

Welding machines contain sensitive internal components, including heavy transformers, rectifiers, and delicate circuit boards. Without the custom-molded high-density foam inserts included in this kit, the internal mass of the welder can shift during sudden stops or drops, leading to chassis warping or internal disconnections. The Hobart 287486 kit is engineered specifically for the Ironman 240's center of gravity, suspending the unit safely within the reinforced corrugated carton. This isolation protects the drive rolls, front panel controls, and rear gas connections from impact damage.

Essential for Service and Relocation

Whether you are moving your shop to a new location, selling your used equipment, or need to ship the machine to an authorized service center for warranty work, this shipping kit is a necessity. Freight carriers often deny insurance claims for damage if the equipment was not packed in original or equivalent packaging. By using the genuine Hobart 287486 kit, you ensure compliance with shipping standards and protect your financial investment. The kit includes everything required to repack the machine to factory specifications, giving you peace of mind that your Ironman 240 will arrive at its destination in perfect working condition.

Heavy-Duty Construction

This is not just a box; it is a structural protection system. The exterior carton is constructed from heavy-gauge cardboard designed to resist puncture and stacking weight. The internal foam is density-rated to support the specific weight of the Ironman 240 without compressing over time. Don't risk your welder with makeshift packaging; rely on the engineering of the Hobart 287486 Shipping Kit for ultimate protection.