Performance Oriented Packaging Testing of MIL-B-2427 Wood Box for M375A2 WP Smoke 81MM Cartridges for Packing Group 2 Solid Hazardous Materials
Abstract
Qualification tests were performed to determine whether the in- service MIL-B-2427 wood box used for shipping and storage of M375A2 white phosphorous smoke 81MM cartridges could be utilized to contain properly dunnaged solid type hazardous materials weighing up to a gross weight of 27 kg (60 pounds). The tests were conducted in accordance with Performance Oriented Packaging (POP) requirements specified by the United Nations Recommendations on the Transportation of Dangerous Goods, ST/SG/AC. 10/1 and the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49 CFR, Parts 107 through 178. The MIL-B-2427 wood box has conformed to the POP performance requirements; i.e., the box successfully retained its contents throughout the specified tests. POP Test of MIL-B-2427 Wood Box for M375A2 WP Smoke 81 MM Cartridges.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1993
- Accession Number
- ADA269474
Entities
People
- Kerry J. Libbert
Organizations
- Naval Surface Warfare Center