Modular Storage and Transport Frame (MSTF) Low, MIL-STD-1660, "Design Criteria for Ammunition Unit Loads" Testing
Abstract
The U.S. Army Defense Ammunition Center (DAC), Validation Engineering Division (SJMAC-DEV) was tasked by Mobile Shelter Systems, Inc. to conduct testing to determine if the Modular Storage and Transport Frame (MSTF) Low, manufactured by Mobile Shelter Systems, Inc., was adequate for unitization and transportation of boxed ammunition. The MSTF Low was evaluated by the testing procedures set forth in MIL-STD-1660. Stacking, repetitive shock, edgewise rotational drop, incline impact, sling compatibility, forklifting, and disassembly testing were conducted on the MSTF Low units. Improvements over the previously tested MSTF Low (see DAC Report 03-05-2) include removal of excessive tolerance in the top shelf securement slot and the addition of a top shelf securement mechanism. The MSTF Low does not, however, have any means of identifying whether the top shelf is in a locked or unlocked position. This deficiency needs to be corrected in order to prevent improper shelf placement. Following the completion of the testing of the MSTF Low units, inspection revealed bent wire mesh, cracked welds along the wire mesh and one cracked weld in the base structure. The MSTF Low remained intact and was capable of safely handling ammunition after completion of testing. The MSTF Low units with wooden dunnage successfully completed the test requirements of MlL-STD-1 660.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 2003
- Accession Number
- ADA417250
Entities
People
- Philip W. Barickman
Organizations
- Defense Ammunition Center