ASTM D996

1.1 This terminology is a compilation of definitions of technical terms used in the packaging and distribution environments. Terms that are generally understood or adequately found in other readily available sources are not included.

1.2 A definition is a single sentence with additional information included in discussions.

1.3 Definitions that are identical to those published by another standards organization or ASTM committee are identified with the name of the organization or ASTM committee.

1.4 The definitions in this terminology are grouped into related areas under principal concepts. The broad discriptor term for each group is followed in alphabetical order by narrower terms and related terms. Cross-references are included where the concept group is not obvious.

2. Referenced Documents

Federal Standard
PPP-F-320 Fiberboard, Corrugated and Solid, Sheet Stock (Container Grade), and Cut Shapes
Other Standards
NationalMotorFreightClassification
ASTM Standards
D1596 Test Method for Dynamic Shock Cushioning Characteristics of Package Materials
D3288 Test Methods for Magnet Wire Enamels
D907 Terminology of Adhesives
E176 Terminology of Fire Standards
G15 Terminology Relating to Corrosion and Corrosion Testing

Index Terms

definitions; technical terms; terminology; packaging; ICS Number Code 01.040.55 (Packaging and distribution of goods (Vocabularies)); 55.020 (Packaging and distibution of goods in general)

Citing ASTM Standards

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