Performance Oriented Packaging Testing of MIL-B-2427 Wood Box for Various 60MM Cartridges for Packing Group II 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 various 60MM cartridges could be utilized to contain properly dunnaged solid type hazardous materials weighing up to a gross weight of 35 kg (77 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 various 60MM, Cartridges

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1993
Accession Number
ADA269538

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  • Kerry J. Libbert

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