An open coiled spring, wound in various forms and from different shapes and types of materials and finished at the ends, designed to provide resistance to compression forces. Excludes springs designed for thermal actuation (springs in which the torsion forces are designed to be counteracted by changes in temperature) and spring, reinforcing, hose.
Packing shall be accomplished to meet the performance test requirements of astm-d4169, distribution cycle 18, assurance level 1.
Packing shall be accomplished in accordance with table c.Ii for the packing level specified. closure, sealing and reinforcement shall be in accordance with the appropriate shipping container specification.
Options can be exercised as to specific method of preservation or dod approved packaging materials to be used. however, basic preservation method shall be retained, supplemental data shall be complied with, and unit package dimensions shall not be increased by more than one inch. equal or better protection shall be given the item and there shall be no increase in the package cost.
No special marking.
Physical protection.
No requirement.
No requirement.
OPI: Optional Procedure Indicator Code. A one position alpha code that indicates the allowable deviations from the prescribed requirements.
SPI No.: Special packaging instructions number.
LVL A/B/C: Indicates the type of shipping container required for level A, B, or C maximum packing protection.
SPC Mkg: A two position code that identifies the special markings applied to the container, which is part of the total pack to protect the contained item during preservation, packing, storage, transit and removal from the pack.
MOP: Method of Preservation. Preventive measures to protect from deterioration resulting from exposure to atmospheric conditions during storage and shipment.
CUSH: Resilient material or devices used to absorb and dissipate energy from shock and vibration to adequately protect the contents and packaging components from physical damage during handling, shipment, and storage.
PRES MAT: Preservation Material. Identifies the material used to prevent or inhibit corrosion or deterioration of an item.
THK: Thickness of cushioning. Minimum thickness of material used to cushion the item.
TOS: Type of Storage. Type of storage space and environment conditions to be maintained for an item during storage and shipment.
No special type of cargo code applicable.
Steel springs, (less than 35 feet).
Trailers, vehicles, machinery, shop and warehouse equipment and supplies including special tools and equipment, ground servicing.
Shipment is not a consolidation and does not exceed 84 inches in any dimension.
Other or no special handling required (sh)
NAIC: North American Industry Classification. Classifies items and business activity for the purpose of collecting, analyzing, and publishing statistical data related to the U.S. business economy.
SITC: Standard International Trade Classification.
NMFC: National motor freight classification. A six position numeric code, which divides articles into groups or classes according to physical characteristics. the classification is based on truckloads vs. less than truckload.
UFC: Universal freight classification. a five position numeric code, which divides articles into groups or classes according to physical characteristics. the classification is based on carload vs. less than carload.
LTL: Less than a truckload rating.
LCL: Less than a carload rating.
WCC: Water commodity code. A three position code that indicates all shipments via water.
TCC: Type of Cargo Code. A one position code for all shipments via water to identify the type of cargo included within the shipment unit.
SHC: Special Handling Code. A one position code for all shipments via water to identify the exception handling required for cargo included within the shipment unit
ADC: Air Dimension Code. A one position alpha code that identifies dimensional characteristics of air shipments by relating the length, width, or height dimensions of the largest piece to the minimum size cargo door opening of an aircraft
ACC: Air Commodity Code. A one position code for all shipments via air to identify material for manifesting and customs requirements