G GN 210
G GN 210
G GN 210
GENERAL STANDARD
FOR
ORIGINAL EDITION
MAY 1997
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Neither whole nor any part of this document may be disclosed to any third party, reproduced, stored in
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Iranian Ministry of Petroleum.
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FOREWORD
The Iranian Petroleum Standards (IPS) reflect the views of the Iranian Ministry of Petroleum and are
intended for use in the oil and gas production facilities, oil refineries, chemical and petrochemical
plants, gas handling and processing installations and other such facilities.
IPS is based on internationally acceptable standards and includes selections from the items
stipulated in the referenced standards. They are also supplemented by additional requirements
and/or modifications based on the experience acquired by the Iranian Petroleum Industry and the
local market availability. The options which are not specified in the text of the standards are
itemized in data sheet/s, so that, the user can select his appropriate preferences therein
The IPS standards are therefore expected to be sufficiently flexible so that the users can adapt
these standards to their requirements. However, they may not cover every requirement of each
project. For such cases, an addendum to IPS Standard shall be prepared by the user which
elaborates the particular requirements of the user. This addendum together with the relevant IPS
shall form the job specification for the specific project or work.
The IPS is reviewed and up-dated approximately every five years. Each standards are subject to
amendment or withdrawal, if required, thus the latest edition of IPS shall be applicable
The users of IPS are therefore requested to send their views and comments, including any
addendum prepared for particular cases to the following address. These comments and
recommendations will be reviewed by the relevant technical committee and in case of approval will
be incorporated in the next revision of the standard.
GENERAL DEFINITIONS:
Throughout this Standard the following definitions shall apply.
COMPANY:
Refers to one of the related and/or affiliated companies of the Iranian Ministry of Petroleum such as
National Iranian Oil Company, National Iranian Gas Company, National Petrochemical Company
and National Iranian Oil Refinery And Distribution Company.
PURCHASER:
Means the “Company” where this standard is a part of direct purchaser order by the “Company”,
and the “Contractor” where this Standard is a part of contract documents.
CONTRACTOR:
Refers to the persons, firm or company whose tender has been accepted by the company.
EXECUTOR:
Executor is the party which carries out all or part of construction and/or commissioning for the
project.
INSPECTOR:
The Inspector referred to in this Standard is a person/persons or a body appointed in writing by the
company for the inspection of fabrication and installation work.
SHALL:
Is used where a provision is mandatory.
SHOULD:
Is used where a provision is advisory only.
WILL:
Is normally used in connection with the action by the “Company” rather than by a contractor,
supplier or vendor.
MAY:
Is used where a provision is completely discretionary.
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1. SCOPE ............................................................................................................................................ 1
2. REFERENCES ................................................................................................................................ 1
3. UNITS .............................................................................................................................................. 2
4. PACKING ........................................................................................................................................ 3
4.1 General Requirements ............................................................................................................ 3
4.2 Dimensions of Packages ........................................................................................................ 5
4.3 Packing Case Materials .......................................................................................................... 5
4.4 Packing Case Lining ............................................................................................................... 6
4.5 Treatment of Packaging Materials ......................................................................................... 6
4.6 Packing Instruction for Panels and Instruments ................................................................. 6
4.7 Method of Packaging .............................................................................................................. 6
4.8 Packing List ............................................................................................................................. 7
4.9 Liability and Guarantee .......................................................................................................... 7
5. PAPER AND THERMOPLASTIC SACKS...................................................................................... 7
5.1 Definition .................................................................................................................................. 7
5.2 Type of Paper and Thermoplastic Sacks .............................................................................. 8
5.3 Description and Method of Measurement ............................................................................ 8
5.4 Drop Testing of Paper Sacks ................................................................................................. 8
5.5 Dropping Procedure ............................................................................................................... 8
5.6 Identification of Surfaces of Filled Sacks for Testing ......................................................... 8
5.7 Dropping Types of Sacks ....................................................................................................... 9
6. MARKING ....................................................................................................................................... 9
6.1 Marking of Packages .............................................................................................................. 9
6.2 Marking of Packing Cases.................................................................................................... 10
6.3 Pictorial Marking for Handling of Goods ............................................................................ 10
6.4 Number, Location, and Position of the Symbols ............................................................... 11
6.5 Handling Instructions ........................................................................................................... 11
7. TESTING ....................................................................................................................................... 16
7.1 General ................................................................................................................................... 16
7.2 COMPILATIONS OF TEST SCHEDULES ............................................................................. 16
8. CASES 1 ...................................................................................................................................... 16
8.1 Preferred Test Sequence ..................................................................................................... 16
8.2 Preferred Test Parameters .................................................................................................. 17
8.3 Atmospheric Conditioning (Performed in accordance with ISO 2233) ........................... 17
8.4 Low Pressure Tests (Performed in accordance with ISO 2873) ...................................... 18
8.5 Horizontal Impact (Performed in accordance with ISO 2244) .......................................... 18
8.6 Vertical Impact (Performed in accordance with ISO 2248) .............................................. 19
8.7 Random Vibration Tests (Performed in accordance with ISO 13355) ............................. 21
8.8 Stacking ................................................................................................................................ 23
8.9 Test Simulating Different Hazards ...................................................................................... 24
9. CASE 2 .......................................................................................................................................... 24
10. SHIPPING ................................................................................................................................... 27
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1. SCOPE
1.1 This General Standard covers the minimum requirements for packaging, packing, marking,
testing and shipment of supplies and equipment for delivery to provide full protection against
physical and mechanical damage during transit and multiple handling and possible long periods
under adverse storage condition. It also provides for package quantities suitable for redistribution
without additional repackaging or marking.
Vendors shall remain fully responsible for selecting suitable packing material, and for efficiency of
packaging.
Seller’s own experience and practice should be used to decide whether certain items require more
than the minimum requirements specified in this Standard.
1.2 Those (IPS) Standards that have packing arrangement, shall have precedence to this Standard.
Note 1:
This standard specification is reviewed and updated by the relevant technical committee on
Oct. 2003. The approved modifications by T.C. were sent to IPS users as amendment No. 1
by circular No. 179 on Oct. 2003. These modifications are included in the present issue of
IPS.
Note 2:
This standard specification is reviewed and updated by the relevant technical committee on
Apr. 2014. The approved modifications by T.C. were sent to IPS users as amendment No. 2
by circular No. 425 on Apr. 2014. These modifications are included in the present issue of
IPS.
2. REFERENCES
Throughout this Standard the following dated and undated standards/codes are referred to. These
referenced documents shall, to the extent specified herein, form a part of this standard. For dated
references, the edition cited applies. The applicability of changes in dated references that occur
after the cited date shall be mutually agreed upon by the Company and the Vendor. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced documents (including any supplements and
amendments) applies.
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3. UNITS
This Standard is based on International System of Units (SI), as per IPS-E-GN-100 except where
otherwise specified.
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4. PACKING
4.1.1 Equipment must be carefully protected and packed to provide adequate protection during
transit to destination and shall be in accordance with any special provision contained in the
specification or purchase order. Special attention must be given for protection against corrosion
during transit.
4.1.2 Ancillary items forming an integral part of the equipment should be packed preferably in a
separate container if the equipment is normally cased or crated.
Alternatively the ancillary items should be fixed securely to the equipment and adequate precaution
should be taken to ensure that items do not come loose in transit or be otherwise damaged.
4.1.3 The packing of the equipments and other materials shall be carried out in order to comply with
transport conditions.
4.1.4 Individual packages must be kept as small in bulk as possible.
4.1.5 For non containerized cargo, individual packages exceeding a gross weight of 2000 Kg should
be avoided.
4.1.6 Kind and dimensions of packages shall be chosen to suit overseas transport in containers so
that the space in the containers can fully be utilized.
4.1.7 If required the contents of cases shall be protected by waterproof and suitable foil according to
the nature of material, which shall be sealed properly. An adequate of moisture absorbent (silica
gel) shall be added to protect the contents sufficiently a long time from corrosion.
4.1.8 Felt, cellophane paper, polyester cuttings, crepe-cellulose and some equally efficient material
may be used for padding or cushioning. The addition of paddings weight shall not jeopardise the
case and this shall be avoided.
Wood shavings and other paper shall not be used.
4.1.9 Materials shall be protected against corrosion during transit as necessary. All bright and
machined parts shall be coated with a recognized rust preventative suited to the particular
application concerned. All internal parts shall be treated with lubricant containing rust and oxidation
inhibitors to protect equipment. Such lubricant shall be compatible with those which shall
subsequently be used in service and should be identified by appropriate tagging. The coating used
shall not deteriorate while material in service and manufacturer shall advise the removal of the
coating if required.
4.1.10 When required, packages shall be painted in accordance with the particulars contained in the
order and/or requisition.
For Color Coding of pipes, Fittings and Flanges reference is made to IPS-E-TP-100.
4.1.11 All machined working surfaces and threaded parts of all materials shall be suitably protected.
4.1.12 Units or parts belonging to main equipment but separately packed shall be clearly marked for
easy identification with the main equipment to which they relate.
4.1.13 Packages containing "Fragile" articles shall be appropriately packed and in addition the
words "Fragile" and "Handle With Care" stenciled on two opposite sides, as per Table No. 1 of
internationally recognized symbols.
Other packages shall also follow the recognized international symbols.
4.1.14 Spare parts for two years’ operation shall be individually tagged. They shall be covered with
a suitable preservative and wrapped with greaseproof paper and packed in separate cases from the
prime item. The cases shall bear the markings as specified and in addition the words "Spare Parts
for Two Years Operation".
4.1.15 Commissioning spares shall be individually tagged and marked "Commissioning Spares" and
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Note:
Should consignments arrive visually damaged at the departure port, the shipping agent shall
report and await instructions before onward shipping:
a) All bulk items, lighting fittings, cable glands, switches, etc. shall be packed in
batches sufficient for a specific section of work.
b) Cases and crates shall depending on their weight and size, be provided with two
or more steel straps made of unannealed steel, applied with a stretching tool and
secured with crimped steel seals.
4.1.17 Apparatus and vessels shall, if required, be packed on skid constructions and secured with
adjustable steel straps. All unprotected surfaces are to be sprayed with TECTYL. Manholes and
other major openings must be protected with either plastic caps or wooden lids, which are to be
firmly secured. Smaller openings are to be closed with plastic plugs.
4.1.18 Should any materials be scheduled to be freighted as deck cargo, additional packing
instructions may be required of which the Vendor will advise, for vessels and columns, shipment
cradles will be used throughout the transportation.
Cradles to be secured to vessels and columns, by strapping.
4.1.19 Paper bags (suitably boxed), or water tight Steel Drums will be used for shipping cement.
4.1.20 Fire bricks, and special tiles shall be boxed after sealing in a polyethylene liner.
Insulation refractories shall be boxed properly.
These boxes should be skid mounted. Instructions regarding storages prior to installation to be
stenciled on each box with particular reference to adverse weather/temperature conditions.
4.1.21 All vessel internals and items not installed by the vendor at works including accessories such
as small parts, bolts, nuts, gaskets etc. should be packed in wooden cases separately for each
vessel or apparatus and marked with the same item number as the vessel/apparatus in order to
protect all parts from loss or damage in transit. Internals, bolts and gaskets for service/testing
operations shall be supplied with the vessels/item by the vendor for all internals, boxed separately,
and marked according to marking procedures of this standard. Each item shall be supplied correctly
and identified for field installation by others.
Note:
It is imperative that all these items be clearly listed on the packing-list.
4.1.22 All vessels/heat exchangers or items of such construction shall be dried, thoroughly cleaned
inside and be free of all dirt and loose foreign materials.
4.1.23 Pipeline/vessel insulation shall be packed in double water-proof wooden plywood cases and
secured to pallets.
4.1.24 All electrical equipment must be suitably protected to withstand 1 year transit conditions and
Vendors should give recommendations for a further, 2 years storage under adverse site conditions.
Batteries shall be shipped dry with electrolyte packed separately and shall include charging
instructions.
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4.2.1 This Standard sets forth a series of dimensions for rigid rectangular transport packages,
based on the standard plan dimension (module) of 600 mm × 400 mm, 600 mm × 500 mm and 550
mm × 366 mm, as outlined in ISO 3676, which defines the plan dimensions of four series
(1 219 mm × 1 016 mm, 1 200 mm × 1 000 mm, 1 200 mm × 800 mm, 1 100 mm × 1 100 mm).
4.2.2 Examples of combination multiples and submultiples, arranged to interlock is shown as Fig. 1.
Fig. 1
4.3.1 Cases and crates shall be made from new, sound and seasoned lumber. Sheathing shall be
of min. 24 mm thickness.
If so required for static reasons, thicker sheathing shall be used, in accordance with size and weight
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of the package.
Timber crates and boxes shall be strong enough to withstand vertical pressure when stacked
without any damage to the materials during the transport on board of ocean steamers and
numerous handlings, between the works and the port of departure.
4.3.2 All wood shall be thoroughly seasoned and thoroughly sound without knot, knot holes, shakes
and checks. Wane and cross-grained wood shall not be used.
4.3.3 Woods which can cause metallic corrosion, such as oak, western red cedar and sweet
chestnut shall not be used.
4.3.4 The case shall be of the sill base type. All sheathing shall be tongued and grooved.
4.4.1 The packing case as necessitate or required shall be completely lined with multi-layer
waterproof paper.
4.4.2 The lining shall have as a few joints as possible. If joints are necessary, the pieces shall be
arranged so that any rain water which may penetrate the case is shed out when the case is upright.
Over laps shall be 75 mm minimum. Joints shall be made with a suitable sealing.
4.5.1 Paper, fiberboard and timber can be effectively treated with anti-microbial agents. Insecticide
and insect repellents can be applied to a variety of materials and specific treatments are available to
improve the termite resistance timber.
The choice of proofing agents is a complex matter and expert guidance should always be sought in
the selection and application of these special processes.
4.5.2 Many processes exist for the chemical treatment against deterioration of commodities and
packaging materials.
In the case of latter some are specially designed to prevent penetration by living organisms.
4.6.1 All electronic and pneumatic instruments shall be packed in accordance with given
instructions and must be suitably protected to withstand one year transit conditions and to give
recommendation for a further two years storage under site conditions.
4.6.2 Electrical panels and instruments for export delivery shall be packed to provide full protection
against physical damage and atmospheric attack during transit and possible min. 2 years under
adverse storage conditions.
4.6.3 The package seller shall remain fully responsible for selecting suitable materials for packing
and for the efficiency of the packaging.
4.6.4 The package seller shall provide written instruction for the removal of protective coatings on
devices.
4.7.1 Shroud
The instrument or panel which shall be thoroughly cleaned, dry and free from rust and shall be
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totally enclosed in a polyethylene shroud after sharp projections on the instrument or panel have
been padded.
Silica gel or other approved desiccant shall be strapped inside the shroud, but shall not come into
contact with the paintwork.
After the desiccant is strapped into position, the open ends of the shroud shall be heat sealed, only
leaving an opening large enough for the insertion of an air extracting pipe. After extraction, of the air
from the shroud, the opening shall be completely sealed.
4.8.1 Packing lists shall be prepared on buyer’s standard forms. The necessary number of forms
will be made available to Seller, who shall advise of the quantity required.
4.8.2 Packing list forms shall be filled out in the English Language. Buyer shall supply seller with a
specimen packing list showing how it shall be filled out.
At the same seller will be informed of the package numbers required for marking the packages.
4.8.3 One column of the packing list is to be filled out with buyer’s item numbers. These item
numbers are to be taken from the order form. Special attention must be paid to the order form that
the item numbers are correctly attributed to the goods to which they belong. If any question should
arise in this respect, seller shall contact the buyer’s representative.
4.8.4 Special care shall be taken that all accessory parts, loose or detachable, belonging to the
main item under dispatch, shall also individually be listed in the packing list. In the event these
accessory parts are not listed in the packing list, they shall be considered by buyer as not delivered.
4.8.5 Two copies of the packing list in a water-proof plastic envelope shall securely be put under a
galvanized steel sheet on the outer surface of the package. One copy shall be put inside the case.
4.8.6 The final packing list in 3-fold must be available in buyer representative’s office 14 (Fourteen)
working days prior to dispatch of the goods from the manufacturer’s representative Seller’s
premises.
4.9.1 The packing contractor shall be fully responsible for proper, sufficient and adequate packing,
completeness of the contents and shall guarantee the packing for a storage time of Twelve (12)
months, and the correct preparation of the packing list.
4.9.2 All cost whatever deriving from inadequate or insufficient packing or discrepancies between
the contents and the packing list shall be fully charged to the packing contractor.
5.1 Definition
A container made essentially from one or more flattened tubular piles of paper, or thermoplastic
flexible film closed at least at one end, possibly in combination with other flexible material to provide
the properties required for filling at the chain of distribution of goods.
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5.3.1 Sacks are described by an indication of their type (Open-mouth sewn flat sack, valved sewn
flat sack, etc.) followed by the dimensions as indicated in section 4.1 and 4.2 of ISO-6591/1.
5.3.2 The dimension of the sacks shall be expressed in millimeters to the nearest 1 mm. Unless
otherwise stated, all dimensions are external.
5.3.3 For measurement of dimensions of sacks, each sack shall be placed on flat horizontal
surface, and smoothed out any wrinkles.
The dimensions at the measuring points shall be measured for the type of sack concerned, to an
accuracy of 1 mm. A ruler or instrument graduated in millimeters, and capable of measuring
dimensions of the sack, shall be used.
5.4.1 The filled sack shall be raised above a rigid plane surface and released to strike this surface
after a free fall. The atmospheric conditions, the height of drop and the position of the package shall
be set in advance, according to ISO 7965/1.
5.4.2 The various drop test methods as described in ISO 7965/1 shall be carried out in the same
atmospheric conditions as used for conditioning of empty sacks.
5.5.1 The sack shall be placed under test centrally on the platform which is then raised to a height
that is within ±2% of the predetermined drop height as defined by the distance between the lowest
point of the sack at the time of release and the nearest point of the impact surface.
5.5.2 The sack shall be released from its predetermined position within the following tolerances:
- For drops on any side or edge: there shall be no variation of more than 2° between the
impacting surface of the sack, and the horizontal surface;
- For edge or corner drops: the angle between a prescribed surface of the sack and the
horizontal surface shall be 45 ±5°;
- The velocity at impact shall be within ±1% of that which would be achieved by a free fall.
5.6.1 The sack shall be placed on the back side (3) (i.e., the side containing the longitudinal seam)
downwards, and the top (6) (i.e., the filling end) of the sack positioned away from the observer, as
Fig. 2 the different surfaces are identified as:
Surface 1: Face side
Surface 2: Right side
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SURFACE IDENTIFICATION
Fig. 2
5.7 Dropping Types of Sacks
5.7.1 The following types of dropping shall be carried out and the sacks shall be dropped
successively on the various surfaces of the filled sacks (Fig. 2).
- Flat dropping: Surfaces (1), (3)
- Side dropping: Surfaces (2), (4)
- Butt dropping: Surface (5), (6)
- Edge and corner dropping: Any corner or any edge.
5.7.2 For dropping height, number of drops to breakage and the type of drops (i.e. flat, side or butt
drops) shall be calculated as per ISO-7965/1.
5.7.3 The test report shall include full details of size, construction and type of all sacks tested
together with information on type and weight of contents and type of closure.
All results shall be given and shall include details of position and type of failures.
5.7.4 Typical examples of apparatus for drop testing are shown in the following Figures 3 and 4.
6. MARKING
6.1.1 Minimum markings shall include the name and address of manufacturer and purchaser and
any applicable precautionary markings. The indent number, port of destination and project number
shall also be marked on the packages.
6.1.2 Marking shall be adequate for identifying a particular equipment in the event that a recall or
inspection becomes necessary.
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6.1.3 Identification should remain intact from the time of initial dispatch at work to the final
destination.
6.1.4 The marking and labels of products should be legible, durable and in accordance to
specification.
6.1.5 All packages are to be clearly stenciled on three sides with black, indelible and sea waterproof
paint. Whenever possible, the stenciled character should be 80 mm height.
In case the surface of a package are too small to permit stenciling, sheet metal tags are to be
embossed with the above marking and to be securely fixed on two opposite upright sides of
package.
6.1.6 If necessary, packages are to be additionally marked with cautionary symbols on two opposite
ends. These symbols are to be in accordance with the specification, table1.
6.1.7 Packages which may be stored in the open, but under a tarpaulin shall be marked with a red
"single roof" symbol.
6.1.8 Packages which are to be stored in closed and dry places must be marked with a red "double
roof" symbol.
6.1.9 The gross weight shall be determined by the Seller who is responsible for the packing.
6.1.10 Spare-parts for two years operation shall be marked:
6.1.12 Equipment items, exceeding a gross weight of 1000 kg each shall be marked with the
international Centre of Gravity symbol as per Table 1.
6.2.1 Cases which are for carriage by sea shall be marked "Hold Storage".
6.2.2 All cases which are carried by sea shall be marked to indicate the correct way up and bear the
marking "Hold Storage" plus the general marking as mentioned in 6.3.
6.2.3 Cases and crates with a gross weight up to 1000 kg shall be provided with bottom cleats of
min. 40 mm thickness to ensure clearance for handling by fork-lift.
Cases and crates exceeding a gross weight of 1000 kg shall be marked with numbers and sizes
and weights of packages and the marking symbols indicating how and where package can be lifted.
6.3.1 This Standard specifies a set of symbols, conventionally used for marking of transport
packages to convey handling instructions.
6.3.2 Symbols may appear on a label or should preferably be stenciled directly on the package. It is
recommended that the symbols be painted, printed or otherwise reproduced as specified in the
followings.
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6.3.3 The overall size of the symbols shall be 100, 150 or 200 mm, for normal purposes.
6.4.1 The number of identical symbols to be affixed to any package depends on its size and shape,
for symbols numbering 1, 3, 6 and 8 (see the Table 1), the following rules are to be applied.
- Symbol 1 "fragile" shall be shown near the left-hand upper corner on all four upright sides
of the packages (see example of display No. 1 in the table 1).
- Symbol 3 "this way up" shall appear in the same position as required for symbol 1 [see
example of display a) under No. 3 in the table]. Where both symbols are required, symbol 3
shall appear nearer to the corner [see example of display b) under No. 3 in the table 1].
- Symbol 6 "sling here" shall be placed on at least two opposite faces (see example of
display No. 6 in the table 1).
- Symbol 8 "centre of gravity" shall be placed on all six sides relating to the real position of
the centre of gravity (see example of display No. 8 in the table 1).
6.4.2 When transport packages are formed into a unit load, symbols should be located so as to
ensure they are visible [(see example of display c) under No. 3 in the table 1].
6.4.3 Particular attention shall be paid to the correct application of the marks, as faulty application
may lead to misinterpretation.
Symbols 6 and 8 shall be applied in their correct respective positions and in appropriate respective
places in order to convey their meanings clearly and fully.
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1 FRAGILE To indicate:
HANDLE WITH
CARE a) That the contents of the transport
package are fragile;
Example of display:
Example of display:
(to be continued)
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TABLE 1 (continued)
IMPLICATION OF
NO. SYMBOL FUNCTION
SYMBOL
(to be continued)
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TABLE 1 (continued)
IMPLICATION OF
NO. SYMBOL FUNCTION
SYMBOL
(to be continued)
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TABLE 1 (continued)
IMPLICATION OF
NO. SYMBOL FUNCTIONS
SYMBOL
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7. TESTING
7.1 General
For compilation of performance test schedules for complete field transport package within any
distribution system whether transported by road, rail, sea or air or by combination of these modes of
transport, the following shall be considered.
7.1.1 Distribution system exist in great variety and complexity, they may be considered to be
combinations of a numbers of simple elements. These simple elements are:
a) Transport of packages from one point to another, with or without change of mode of
transport. Transport shall be considered to include the loading and unloading operations;
b) Storage.
7.1.2 During distribution, a transport package is subjected to a number of hazards which may cause
damage.
These hazards are the result of number of factors, the most important of which are:
a) The characteristics of the distribution system, i.e. the carrier, the mode of transport, the
geographic area;
b) The design of the package, i.e. its dimensions, mass and shape, and integral handling
aids (for example handles).
7.1.3 Packaging used shall successfully pass the test levels of following test methods.
7.2.1 Case 1: Distribution system well defined and intensity of hazards determined
In this case, the performance test schedule shall be written using the experimental test data
acquired in accordance with ISO 4178. Applicable tests shall be chosen depending on the
distribution system. Appropriate test sequence and test intensity shall be chosen.
The steps of the procedure are as follows:
a) Identify the simple elements in the distribution system;
b) Decide what hazards these elements involve;
c) Decide which tests are necessary to represent or simulate these hazards (including, for
example, decisions concerning appropriate conditioning, package attitude, interposed
hazards, duration of vibration and number of impacts);
d) Decide the test sequence;
e) Decide what are the test intensities associated with the particular package and
distribution system combination concerned.
8. CASES 1
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These shocks can also be defined in terms of wave shape, peak acceleration and duration. This
method of defining shocks is only possible where a test lab has a sophisticated acquisition system
and suitable accelerometers. Recording these data improves the quality of the test. The severity is
well determined and the reproducibility is assured.
In this case, test parameters are given in Tables 5 to 7.
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Preferred duration
ms
6
11
20
30
40
50
100
50
100
150
200
300
400
500
600
800
1 000
The horizontal impact test is defined by choosing an impact velocity or duration and peak
acceleration from Table 4, Table 6 or Table 7 for the type of waveform desired (see Table 5).
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These shocks can also be defined in terms of wave shape, duration and peak acceleration. This
method of defining shocks is only possible where a test lab has a sophisticated acquisition system
and suitable accelerometers. Recording these data improves the quality of the test. The severity is
well determined and the reproducibility is assured.
In this case, test parameters shall be from Table 5, Table 9 and Table 10.
TABLE 9 - SHOCK DEFINITIONS: PREFERRED DURATIONS
Preferred durations
ms
6
11
20
30
40
50
70
100
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50
100
150
200
300
400
500
600
800
1 000
1 200
1 500
The vertical impact test is defined by choosing a fall height (i.e. impact velocity) or duration
and peak acceleration from Tables 8 to 10, for the type of waveform desired (see Table 5).
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When recordings relevant to the distribution system are available, the test spectrum derived from
the recordings shall not have a number of break points exceeding 15.
The preferred test parameters are given in Tables 12 to 15.
3 to 200
5 to 300
5 to 500
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1.50
1.80
2.50
3.50
8.8 Stacking
1 day
2 days
3 days
1 week
2 weeks
3 weeks
4 weeks
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8.8.2 Stacking test using a compression tester (Performed in accordance with ISO 12048)
Preferred loads
N
250
500
750
1 000
1 500
2 000
2 500
3 000
multiples of 1 000
9. CASE 2
For the reasons given in 7.2.2, this clause provides recommended performance test schedules.
The test schedules may be changed as agreed by the involved stakeholders. In this case, the
change and the reason should be added to the test report. Drop heights for these test schedules
are given in Table 20.
Choice criteria are the mass and the destination of the package.
The following three classes of packages exist, depending on the mass of the package.
a) Gross mass ≤ 30 kg (see Table 19).
b) Gross mass > 30 kg and ≤ 100 kg (see Table 21).
c) Gross mass > 100 kg (see Table 22).
The following three classes of severities exist, depending on the destination of the package.
− Level 1: Very long range transportations (> 2500 km), or expected poor conditions of
transport infrastructures.
− Level 2: Long range national transportations or international transportations, with adequate
roads and rails, in a temperate climate.
− Level 3: Short range national transportations (< 200 km), without particular hazards.
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TABLE 19 - TEST SCHEDULES AND INTENSITIES FOR PACKAGES OF MASS LESS THAN 30
kg
Intensity
Basic Reference lowest highest Notes
Test type 2
sequence standard 3 1
If other conditions are desired
Conditioning Atmospheric ISO 2233 23°C at 50% relative humidity choose atmospheric
conditioning from Table 2
PREFERRED TEST
Perform the test along the
vertical axis
Random Nominal PSD Nominal PSD Nominal PSD If the vertical axis is undefined
PSD ISO ISO 13355 ISO 13355 ISO 13355 and the orientation of the
Transport 13355 15 min 90 min 180 min package during transportation
Vibration is unpredictable, perform the
vibration
test along three axis (the test
time along each axis is 5 min,
30 min or 60 min)
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Test intensity
(height in cm)
Mass
3 2 1
(kg)
0 to 10 60 80 100
10.1 to 20 45 60 80
20.1 to 30 30 45 60
Intensity
Basic Reference lowest highest Notes
Test type 2
sequence standard 3 1
If other conditions are desired
Conditioning Atmospheric ISO 2233 23°C at 50% relative humidity choose atmospheric conditioning
from Table 2
Horizontal Apply impact once on each side
Shock ISO 2244 1 m/s 1,5 m/s 2 m/s
impact test face
Maximum load [package mass ×
Maximum Maximum Maximum load
Compression Static load ISO 12048 (number of stacked elements − 1)]
load load × 2 ×3
Apply load and release
PREFERRED TEST
Perform the test along the vertical
Nominal Nominal axis.
Nominal PSD If the vertical axis is undefined
Random PSD PSD ISO PSD ISO
ISO 13355 and the orientation of the package
Transport ISO 13355 13355 13355
Vibration 180 min during transportation
vibration 15 min 90 min
unpredictable, perform the test
along three axis (the test time
2 2 2
along each axis is 5 min 30 min
ISO 8318 7 m/s 7 m/s 7 m/s It is recommended to conduct the
Sinusoidal
15 min 90 min 180 min test with variable frequency
Nominal Nominal
Nominal PSD
Transport Repetitive Random PSD PSD ISO PSD ISO Use random PSD with no
ISO 13355
vibration shock ISO 13355 13355 13355 clamping of units to table surface
30 min
10 min 20 min
Impose maximum expected load
Compression Static load ISO 12048 Apply maximum load for 24 h [package mass × (number of
stacked elements − 1)]
ISO 2248 Perform one drop on the base,
For package one drop on each edge of the
Shock Vertical 15 cm 30 cm 40 cm
≤70 Kg base and one drop on each
impact
corner of the base
Drop tests EN 14149 Perform drop on two adjacent
Shock for package Rotational 10 cm 20 cm 30 cm edges of the base of the package
> 70 Kg drop from the prescribed height
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TABLE 22 - TEST SCHEDULES AND INTENSITIES FOR PACKAGES OF GROSS MASS > 100 kg
Intensity
Notes
Basic Reference lowest highest
Test type 2
sequence standard 3 1
If other conditions are desired
Conditioning Atmospheric ISO 2233 23 °C at 50 % Relative Humidity choose atmospheric
conditioning from Table 2
Shock Horizontal ISO 2244 1 m/s 1,5 m/s 2 m/s Apply impact once on each side
impact test face
Maximum load [package mass
Maximum Maximum Maximum × (number of stacked elements
Compression Static load ISO 12048
load load ×2 load ×3 − 1)]
Apply load and release
10. SHIPPING
Preparation for shipment shall be in accordance with manufacturer’s standards unless otherwise
noted on the request for Quotations and/or purchase order.
10.1 The manufacturer shall be solely responsible for adequacy of the preparation for shipment
provisions employed in respect of material and application, to provide materials to their destination
in ex-works condition by commercial carrier systems.
10.2 The preparation shall be suitable for at least one years of outdoor storage from the time of
shipment in a manner requiring no disassembly prior to operation.
10.3 All materials shipped in separate crates shall be suitably identified with securely affixed
corrosion resistant metal tags indicating the items and serial number of the equipment for which it is
intended.
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10.4 The greatest care must be taken to ensure that shipping description of packages for custom
release are accompanied with the shipment.
10.5 Unit packages and intermediate packages not meeting the requirements for a shipping
containers, shall be packed in shipping containers.
10.6 Items requiring protection from physical and mechanical damage or which are fragile in nature
shall be protected by wrapping, cushioning of other means to prevent shock and vibration during
handling and shipment.
10.7 The shipping container (including any necessary blocking, bracing, cushioning, or
waterproofing) shall comply with the regulations of the carrier used and shall provide safe delivery
to the destination at the lowest tariff cost. It shall be capable of multiple handling and storage under
favorable conditions for a minimum of two years.
10.8 The requirements of above items shall not relieve the supplier/contractor of any of his
responsibilities and his obligations for delivery of equipment in a sound undamaged and operable
conditions at site.
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