1、 MIL-PRF-32176 22 October 2004 INCH-POUND PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION BAG, HOT BEVERAGE This specification is approved for use by all Departments and Agencies of the Department of Defense. 1. SCOPE 1.1 Scope. This specification covers a hot beverage bag, to be used in conjunction with a flameless rati
2、on heater (FRH), a beverage powder and potable water. This item is for use by the Department of Defense as a supplement to operational rations. 2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS 2.1 General. The documents listed in this section are specified in sections 3, 4 or 5 of this specification. This section does not i
3、nclude documents cited in other sections of this specification or recommended for additional information or as examples. While every effort has been made to ensure the completeness of this list, document users are cautioned that they must meet all specified requirements of documents cited in section
4、s 3, 4 or 5 of this specification, whether or not they are listed. AMSC N/A FSC 8970 DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A. Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited. Comments, suggestions or questions on this document should be addressed to US Army Research, Development and Engineering Command, Nat
5、ick Soldier Center, AMSRD-NSC-CF-F, 15 Kansas St., Natick, MA 01760-5018 or emailed to Donald.Hamlinnatick.army.mil. Since contact information can change, you may want to verify the currency of this address information using the ASSIST Online database at www.dodssp.daps.mil. Provided by IHSNot for R
6、esaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-PRF-32176 22.2 Government documents, drawings and publications. 2.2.1 Specifications, standards and handbooks. None. 2.2.2 Other government documents. The following other Government documents drawings and publications form
7、 a part of this document to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of these documents are those cited in the solicitation or contract. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act and regulations (21 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR),
8、Parts 170-189) (Copies of this document are available from www.access.gpo.gov/nara or Superintendent of Documents, ATTN: New Orders, P.O. Box 371954, Pittsburgh, PA 15250-7954.) 2.3 Non-government publications. None. 2.4 Order of precedence. In the event of a conflict between the text of this docume
9、nt and the references cited herein, the text of this document takes precedence. Nothing in this document, however, supersedes applicable laws and regulations unless a specific exemption has been obtained. 3. REQUIREMENTS 3.1 First article. When specified (see 6.2), a sample shall be subjected to fir
10、st article inspection in accordance with 4.2. 3.2 Material. The contractor shall select materials capable of meeting all operating, interface, interoperability, and environmental requirements specified herein. 3.3 Operating requirements. 3.3.1 Chemical and physical properties. The material shall sho
11、w no evidence of degradation or foreign odor when heat sealed or fabricated into bags. The material shall be suitably formulated for hot beverage packaging and shall not impart an odor or flavor to the product. 3.3.2 Color. The material shall be clear or translucent so that the water level is visibl
12、e through the bag. Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-PRF-32176 33.3.3 Food safety. The material used in the hot beverage bag itself shall be safe for use with food by reference to, and in accordance with 21 CFR, Parts 170-189, appli
13、cable material safety datasheets, or other recognized health standards and regulations. 3.3.4 Bag. 3.3.4.1 Bag integrity. The bag body, bottom and sides shall not leak. 3.3.4.2 Heat seals. Heat seals shall have an effective seal width. Seals shall be free of wrinkles or misalignment. 3.3.5 Interlock
14、ing closure. 3.3.5.1 Closure integrity. The interlocking closure and sides shall not leak more than 20 ml of water. 3.3.5.2 Closure operation. The interlocking closure shall be aligned as observed visually and shall open and close with ease without damage to the closure or bag. 3.4 Interface and int
15、eroperability requirements. 3.4.1 Bag. The bag shall conform to design and dimensions of Figure 1 that will allow it to fit in the FRH and Meal, Ready-to-Eat (MRE) entre carton. 3.4.2 Interlocking closure. The interlocking closure shall conform to design of Figure 1 that will allow it to be used for
16、 drinking or pouring a beverage from an MRE entre carton. 3.4.3 Labeling. One side of the plastic heating bag shall be correctly and legibly printed with permanent black ink or other, dark, contrasting color which is free of carcinogenic elements. The instructions printed on the bag shall not obscur
17、e the fill lines. The following information shall be printed on the bag: Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-PRF-32176 4HOT BEVERAGE BAG WARNING To avoid a burn, beverage heating time should not exceed 6 minutes. Use caution when hand
18、ling HOT beverage bag. DIRECTIONS 1. Open beverage bag. Fill with water to appropriate fill line. Add beverage powder. 2. Remove air from bag, then secure closure. 3. Place beverage bag in FRH as you would an MRE entre. 4. Activate FRH. 5. Load FRH/beverage bag into an MRE carton. 6. Heat 4 to 6 min
19、utes. Remove HOT beverage bag. Discard FRH. Save carton. 7. Place beverage bag back in carton. Carton insulates hot beverage and protects hands from heat. 8. Open beverage bag. Drink beverage. 3.5 Environmental requirement. The bag shall operate after exposure to the FRH thermal process. The bag sha
20、ll exhibit no failures, deformities or degradation. Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-PRF-32176 54. VERIFICATION 4.1 Classification of inspections. The inspection requirements specified herein are classified as follows: a. First art
21、icle inspection (see 4.2). b. Conformance inspection (see 4.3). 4.2 First article inspection. The first article shall be inspected in accordance with the provisions of this document and evaluated for overall appearance and performance. Any failure to conform to the performance requirements or any ap
22、pearance or performance failure, shall be cause for rejection of the lot. The approved first article shall be used as the product standard for periodic review evaluations. Defense Supply Center Philadelphia (DSCP) shall select sample units during production of contracts and submit them to the follow
23、ing address for evaluation: US Army Research, Development and Engineering Command Natick Soldier Center AMSRD-RCF-F(N) 15 Kansas Street Natick, MA 01760-5018 Six (6) sample units of each item produced shall be randomly selected from that one production lot. The six (6) sample units shall be shipped
24、to Natick within five working days from the end of the production month and upon completion of all inspection requirements. The sample units shall be evaluated for the characteristics of appearance, odor, performance and overall quality. Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking per
25、mitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-PRF-32176 64.3 Conformance inspection. Conformance inspection shall include the examination of 4.4 and tests from Table I, performed on specified samples (see 6.2). TABLE I. Verification methods 1/ Title Requirement Verification Operating requirements 3.3 4.5.
26、1 Chemical and physical properties 3.3.1 4.4 Color 3.3.2 4.5.1.1 Food safety 3.3.3 4.4 Bag 3.3.4 4.5.1.2 Bag integrity 3.3.4.1 4.5.1.2.1 Heat seals 3.3.4.2 4.5.1.2.2 Interlocking closure 3.3.5 4.5.1.3 Closure integrity 3.3.5.1 4.5.1.3.1 Closure operation 3.3.5.2 4.5.1.3.2 Interface and interoperabil
27、ity requirements 3.4 4.5.2 Bag 3.4.1 4.5.2.1 Interlocking closure 3.4.2 4.5.2.2 Labeling 3.4.3 4.4 Environmental requirement 3.5 4.5.3 1/ Compliance to these requirements may be verified by certificate of conformance. 4.4 Bag examination. The bag shall be examined for compliance with the requirement
28、s in 3.3.1, 3.3.3, 3.4.2 and 3.4.3. Defects and defect classifications are listed in Table II. TABLE II. Bag defects 1/ 2/ Category Defect Major Minor 101 Tear, hole, or open seal. 102 Unclean bag. Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-
29、PRF-32176 7103 Bag has foreign odor. 104 Interlocking closure missing. 201 Label missing, incorrect, or illegible. 1/ Presence of any foreign materials such as, but not limited to dirt, insect parts, hair, wood, glass, metal, or any foreign odors such as, but not limited to burnt, scorched, shall be
30、 cause for rejection of the lot. 2/ Any evidence of rodent or insect infestation shall be cause for rejection of the lot. 4.5 Tests. 4.5.1 Operating requirements. 4.5.1.1 Color. Fill the bag with minimum 4 oz. of water. The water level in the bag shall be easily discernible through the bag material.
31、 Inability to discern the water level shall constitute a test failure. 4.5.1.2 Bag. 4.5.1.2.1 Bag integrity. Fill the bag to the 12 oz. line with minimum 140F (+ 5F) water. Seal the bag at the closure. Wipe any water off exterior of bag. Suspend bag in upright position for 10 minutes above a clean p
32、an. The collection of any water in the pan shall constitute a test failure. 4.5.1.2.2 Heat seals. Visually examine the heat seals. Heat seals with severe wrinkles, that are misaligned or that are improperly formed shall constitute a test failure. 4.5.1.3 Interlocking closure. 4.5.1.3.1 Closure integ
33、rity. Fill the bag to the 12 oz. line with minimum 140F (+ 5F) water. Seal the bag at the closure. Wipe any water off exterior of bag. Suspend bag in upside down position for 15 seconds above a clean pan. Collect and measure leaked water. Leaked water in excess of 20 ml shall constitute a test failu
34、re. 4.5.1.3.2 Closure operation. The interlocking closure shall be aligned and the closure shall easily open and close without excessive care or force when applying pressure with the fingers. Misalignment or difficulty opening or closing the bag shall constitute a test failure. Provided by IHSNot fo
35、r ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-PRF-32176 84.5.2 Interface and interoperability requirements. 4.5.2.1 Bag. Visually examine the bag design and measure the dimensions. Fill the bag with 12 oz. of water. Place filled bag into an FRH. Then place filled b
36、ag in an MRE entre carton. A bag that does not fit in the FRH or the MRE entre carton shall constitute a test failure. 4.5.2.2 Interlocking closure. Visually examine the bag to confirm that the design complies with Figure 1. Any nonconformance shall constitute a test failure. 4.5.3 Environmental req
37、uirement. Fill the bag with 12 oz. of minimum 70F water. Heat the filled bag with an FRH in accordance with the directions. Remove from FRH and put filled bag in an MRE entre carton. Hold for 5 minutes. Remove bag from carton and inspect for leakage, deformities or degradation. Open the interlocking
38、 closure and pour the water out. Again inspect for leakage, deformities, degradation or another defect that hampers bag operation. Leakage, deformities, degradation or another defect that hampers bag operation shall constitute a test failure. 5. PACKAGING 5.1 Packaging. For acquisition purposes, the
39、 packaging requirements shall be as specified in the contract or order (see 6.2). When packaging of materiel is to be performed by DoD or in-house contractor, these personnel need to contact the responsible packaging activity to ascertain packaging requirements. Packaging requirements are maintained
40、 by the Inventory Control Points packaging activities within the Military Service or Defense Agency, or within the military servicess system commands. Packaging data retrieval is available from the managing Military Department or Defense Agencys automated packaging files, CD-ROM products or by conta
41、cting the responsible packaging activity. 6. NOTES (This section contains information of a general or explanatory nature that may be helpful, but is not mandatory.) 6.1 Intended use. The hot beverage bag covered by this specification is intended for use as a supplement in operational rations. The ba
42、g may be used for direct drinking of a hot beverage when the heated beverage in the bag is placed in an MRE entre carton. The bag is also used as a hydrating bag. The hot beverage bag is military unique since it must withstand high temperatures when heated in the FRH, and interface with the FRH and
43、the MRE entre carton. 6.2 Acquisition requirements. Acquisition documents should specify the following: Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-PRF-32176 9a. Title, number and date of this specification. b. When first article is required
44、(see 3.1). c. Packaging requirements (see 5.1). 6.3 Bag material and design. During the developmental work for this item, it was determined that a high density polyethylene film (HDPE) of a minimum 0.002 inch thickness performed adequately. The bag was constructed with 1/8 inch wide heat sealed side
45、s and a folded bottom (a heat sealed bottom would also be acceptable). Figure 1 shows the basic design and dimensions of the bag tested during the developmental efforts. 6.4 Shelf life. Not applicable. 6.5 Subject term (key word) listing. Ration Meal, Ready-to-Eat Custodians: Preparing activity: Arm
46、y - GL Army-GL Navy - SA (Project 8970-0185) Air Force - 35 Review Activities: Army MD, QM Navy MC DLA - SS NOTE: The activities listed above were interested in this document as of the date of this document. Since organizations and responsibilities can change, you should verify currency of the infor
47、mation above using ASSIST Online database at www.dodssp.daps.mil. Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-PRF-32176 10FIGURE 1. Hot Beverage Bag (Not actual size) Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-
