Preservation, packaging, packing, labeling, and marking (DoD). Military packaging shall be specified when shipments are to be overseas Department of Defense. (DoD) consignees. Commercial packaging may be specified for shipments to DoD consignees within the Continental United States and to non-DoD consignees worldwide. When a suppliers normal packaging will satisfy the requirements for military packaging, it may be used.
Military packaging. Each hose shall be preserved and packed to protect it against physical damage and deterioration in a logistic environment characterized by the following:
1. Multiple handling during transportation and intransit storage.
2. Shock, vibration and static loading forces during worldwide shipment by all transport modes.
3. Uncontrolled warehouse storage for extended periods.
4. Weather exposure during shipment and intransit transfers.
5. Stacking loads during shipment and storage.
Quantities of hose destined to a single addressee may be unitized into one or more loads.
Commercial. Each hose shall be packaged in accordance with the suppliers normal method for retail distribution. Hoses shipped to a single destination may be unitized to handling as a single unit. Shipping containers shall comply with Uniform Freight Classification or National Motor Freight Classification rules.
Marking. Unit, intermediate (when provided), and exterior packs shall be marked with the nomenclature, stock or part number, quantity per pack and contract number as a minimum; additional marking shall be as specified in the contract or order. Exterior packs shall have in addition the complete consignee’s address. Markings shall be applied in a legible manner, in a contrasting color, of an appropriate size and of waterproof materials.
Notes: Users should select the options permitted by this commercial item description and should specify the following in contract or purchase documents:
1. Size of hose required.
2. Length of hose required.
3. If coupling threads are to be other than NH series.
4. If specific, coupling material is required.
NFPA standards are available from National Fire Protection Association, Battery March Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
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