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Scope

1.1 This practice describes the procedures for testing loaded shipping containers that would be sold to the United States government. The following tests are performed to measure the ability of the shipping container to protect the contents from the environment, shock, and vibration during wartime conditions. This practice is not intended to supplant material specifications or existing pre-shipment test procedures. The suitability of this practice for use with hazardous materials has not been determined.

1.2 The procedures covered in this practice are suitable for all types of laboratory apparatus including reusable and disposable macro and micro products.

1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units shall be regarded standard.

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

Keywords

apparatus; government; packaging; procurement; ICS Number Code 71.040.20 (Laboratory ware and related apparatus)

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14.04 (Laboratory Apparatus; Degradation of Materials; SI; Oxygen Fire Safety)

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