For most fabric patches on a container panel, there is not enough area to perform a proper French fell seam patch. Consequently, the single-side patch is the most common technique used. By using matching fabric and thread, a large damaged area may be covered to affect the necessary repair. While called a single-side patch, in effect it is an enlarged version of the overlay patch. A smaller piece of webbing or fabric is used to cover the damaged area on the inside and the outside is covered with the single-side patch. This technique is used where there may be large holes or widespread damage and replacement of the panel is not practical.

There are many types of grommets used in parachute container manufacture. Older style military surplus containers used flat grommets made of brass with a chrome finish, which were designed to work with cones. Most modern container systems use rolled rim spur grommets and washers. The most common size is the “O.” For many years, regular brass grommets were used and then nickel plated ones became the norm. In recent years, stainless steel has come to be the preferred type due to the ability to resist deformation and corrosion. Today, there are two types of “O” stainless grommets. The first is the regular or “short shank.” Recently, a long shank version has become available. It has proven to be very versatile and popular. This repair procedure focuses primarily on the “O” spur grommet and washer, but the technique can be applied to all types of grommets.