MIL-STD-1660A APPENDIX G
G.1 SCOPE
MECHANICAL HANDLING TEST
G.1.1 Scope. This test determines the ability of a unit load to withstand handling by mechanical handling equipment. These procedures do not include every conceivable mechanical handling hazard to a unit load. If the unit load must withstand other known hazards not represented by these procedures, other tests should be used. Conversely, any of these procedures not appropriate for a specific unit load should not be applied. This Appendix is a mandatory part of the standard. The information contained herein is intended for compliance.
G.2 APPARATUS
G.2.1 Forklift handling.
a. A forklift truck having hard, rubber tires of sufficient capacity for the weight to be handled. Forks shall be adjusted to a spacing appropriate for the specimen under test, but not greater than 30 inches center to center.
b. Six nominal 1- by 4-inch boards longer than the width of the forklift truck. G.2.2 Hoisting with slings.
a. A crane, hoist, or other arrangement of sufficient capacity for the weight to be lifted. b. Slings of the lengths required to test the specimen (see G.5.3).
G.2.3 Hoisting with grabs.
a. A crane, hoist, or other arrangement of sufficient capacity for the weight to be handled.
b. A pair of chain- or cable-operated gravity-type grabs. The length of the operating chain or cable shall be adjustable if necessary. The gripping surface of each grab shall be appropriate for the specimen being tested. For example, the surface for use on wood boxes or crates might be a flat plate with several conical teeth that with pressure will become embedded into the wood of the unit load and prevent slipping.
G.2.4 Pushing.
a. A vehicle of sufficient capacity to push the specimen. G.2.5 Towing.
a. A vehicle of sufficient capacity to pull the specimen.
b. A towline of sufficient strength. G.2.6 Conveying.
a. A level length of skate-wheel conveyor not less than 10 feet long and wide enough to handle the specimen. Width may be made up of more than one section of conveyor.
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