ASTM-D4169:2001 Edition
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D4169-01 Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Shipping Containers and Systems
Published By | Publication Date | Number of Pages |
ASTM | 2001 | 11 |
ASTM D4169-01
Historical Standard: Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Shipping Containers and Systems
ASTM D4169
Scope
1.1 This practice provides a uniform basis of evaluating, in a laboratory, the ability of shipping units to withstand the distribution environment. This is accomplished by subjecting them to a test plan consisting of a sequence of anticipated hazard elements encountered in various distribution cycles. This practice is not intended to supplant material specifications or existing preshipment test procedures.
1.2 The suitability of this practice for use with hazardous materials has not been determined.
1.3 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. Specific precautionary statements are given in 1.1.
Keywords
compression test; distribution cycle; distribution environment; drop test; mechanical handling; package; packaging; random vibration ; shipping container; shipping unit; vibration
ICS Code
ICS Number Code n/a
DOI: 10.1520/D4169-01