Abstract: Methods and bracing systems for packaging circuit boards and other articles in accordance with the present invention dampen shocks and/or vibrations during shipping and storage, while avoiding the use of voluminous packaging materials commonly used for such tasks. A bracing system in accordance with one embodiment uses two load-bearing braces that can be connected with a circuit board and locked in place by a tray and lid. The brace system dampens shock and/or vibration, protecting sensitive, otherwise exposed components. This description is not intended to be a complete description of, or limit the scope of, the invention. Other features, aspects, and objects of the invention can be obtained from a review of the specification, the figures, and the claims.

Abstract: A method for making a packaging frame to protect parts formed from a blank including interior cuts and minimal cutouts, said blank being operable shift to and form a single piece frame having an exterior quadrilateral to interfit within a packing container and conform to the interior thereof and having an interior perimeter to accommodate the reception of a part for shipment.

Abstract: A packaging frame to protect parts formed from a blank including interior cuts and minimal cutouts, said blank being operable shift to and form a single piece frame having an exterior quadrilateral to interfit within a packing container and conform to the interior thereof and having an interior perimeter to accommodate the reception of a part for shipment.