ASTM E920-97(2019)

ASTM E920-97(2019)

Standard Specification for Commercially Packaged Laboratory Apparatus

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1.1 ,This specification covers the procedures for testing loaded shipping containers. Drop and vibration tests are performed to measure the ability of the shipping container to protect the product from the shock and vibration the container receives during normal handling and transporting. This specification is not intended to supplant material specifications or existing preshipment test procedures. This specification is not intended for use with hazardous materials.

1.2 ,These procedures are suitable for all types of laboratory apparatus, including reusable and disposable macro and micro products.

1.3 ,The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.4 ,The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the test method portion, Section 4, of this specification: This 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.

1.5 ,This 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.


Rationale:

This specification covers the procedures for testing loaded shipping containers. Drop and vibration tests are performed to measure the ability of the shipping container to protect the product from the shock and vibration the container receives during normal handling and transporting. This specification is not intended for use with hazardous materials. The procedures are suitable for all types of laboratory apparatus, including reusable and disposable macro and micro products.

Additional Info

Author American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM International)
Committee E41.01 - Committee E41 on Laboratory Apparatus
Published by ASTM
Document type Standard
Theme ,Complete, filled transport packages
Confirmation date 2019-07-01
ICS 55.180.40 : Complete, filled transport packages
Number of pages 2
Replace ASTM E920-97(2013)
Set ASTM Volume 14.04 - Multi-User - Single-Site Online
Document history ,,,
Keyword E920

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