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ASTM D 6055 : 1996 : R2019

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Standard Test Methods for Mechanical Handling of Unitized Loads and Large Shipping Cases and Crates
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Published date

08-01-2019

These test methods are suitable for testing the integrity of unitized loads and large cases and crates, but not individual drums or palletized drums, as well as the ability of the contents to endure normal handling, using standard mechanical handling equipment. Not all of the test methods are applicable to all products containers and loads.

1.1These test methods are suitable for testing the integrity of unitized loads and large cases and crates, but not individual drums or palletized drums, as well as the ability of the contents to endure normal handling, using standard mechanical handling equipment. Not all of the test methods are applicable to all products containers and loads. These test methods are applicable to common means of material handling, including pull pack, clamp truck, and spade lift-type handling equipment as follows:

1.1.1Test Method A—Fork Truck Handling—For testing the ability of the shipping unit to withstand repeated handlings by this test method.

1.1.2Test Method B—Spade Lift Test—For lifting by spade lift attachment to determine the ability of the handling flap of the case or shipping unit to withstand repeated lifting and handling by this test method.

1.1.3Test Method C—Clamp Handling Test—For lifting by hydraulic clamp attachment, to determine the ability of the shipping unit to withstand squeeze clamp handling consisting of repeated side compression and lifting.

1.1.4Test Method D—Push-Pull Handling Test—For testing the ability of a unitized load on a slip-sheet to withstand repeated handling by this test method.

1.1.5Test Method E—Grabhook Test—For lifting by grabhooks to determine the ability of the shipping unit to withstand the horizontal pressures of grabhooks.

1.1.6Test Method F—Sling Tests—For lifting by wire rope, cable, or woven fiber slings to determine the ability of the shipping unit to withstand the compression of slings.

1.2Additional Test Methods:

1.2.1Additional test methods that apply to mechanical handling and rough handling tests of unitized loads and large cases and crates include incline impact tests, described in Test Method D880; horizontal impact tests, described in Test Method D4003.

1.2.2Practice D4169 provides a series of options for selecting and running performance tests on all types of shipping containers and systems.

1.3This 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.4This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

Committee
D 10
DocumentType
Test Method
Pages
5
PublisherName
American Society for Testing and Materials
Status
Current
Supersedes

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ASTM D 6179 : 2007 : R2014 Standard Test Methods for Rough Handling of Unitized Loads and Large Shipping Cases and Crates
ASTM D 6537 : 2000 : R2014 Standard Practice for Instrumented Package Shock Testing For Determination of Package Performance
ASTM D 6198 : 2018 Standard Guide for Transport Packaging Design
ASTM D 4169 : 2016 Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Shipping Containers and Systems
ASTM D 5276 : 2019 Standard Test Method for Drop Test of Loaded Containers by Free Fall

ASTM D 996 : 2023 Standard Terminology of Packaging and Distribution Environments
ASTM D 4332 : 2022 Standard Practice for Conditioning Containers, Packages, or Packaging Components for Testing
ASTM D 880 : 1992 : R2021 Standard Test Method for Impact Testing for Shipping Containers and Systems
ASTM D 996 : 2016 Standard Terminology of Packaging and Distribution Environments
ASTM D 4169 : 2022 Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Shipping Containers and Systems
ASTM D 4332 : 2014 Standard Practice for Conditioning Containers, Packages, or Packaging Components for Testing
ASTM D 880 : 1992 : R2015 Standard Test Method for Impact Testing for Shipping Containers and Systems
ASTM D 996 : 2010 Standard Terminology of Packaging and Distribution Environments
ASTM D 4003 : 1998 Standard Test Methods for Programmable Horizontal Impact Test for Shipping Containers and Systems
ASTM D 4332 : 1999 Standard Practice for Conditioning Containers, Packages, or Packaging Components for Testing
ASTM D 4169 : 2023 Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Shipping Containers and Systems

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