ASTM E1133

The test procedure in this practice is proposed as a package performance test to be met for items shipped for United States government procurements. This practice will apply only when requested by the buyer.

1. 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.

2. Referenced Documents

D1083 Methods of Testing the Mechanical Handling of Utilized Loads and Large Shipping Cases and Crates
D4169 Practice for Performance Testing of Shipping Containers and Systems
D4332 Practice for Conditioning Containers, Packages or Package Components for Testing
D685 Method for Conditioning Paper and Paper Products for Testing
D951 Test Method for Water Resistance of Shipping Containers by Spray Method
MIL-STD-810D Environmental Test Method

Index Terms

apparatus; government; packaging; procurement

Citing ASTM Standards

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