1、Designation: D6881/D6881M 03 (Reapproved 2013)Standard Classification forStandard Plastics Industry Bulk Box/Pallet Unit SizeClassified By Bulk Density1This standard is issued under the fixed designation D6881/D6881M; the number immediately following the designation indicates theyear of original ado
2、ption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of lastreapproval. A superscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.INTRODUCTIONAn ad-hoc survey in 2000 showed about 40 different box sizes in use by
3、the plastic resin industry;the purpose for this classification is to quantify a box/pallet unit size acceptable for this industry withinthe limits of the scope.1. Scope1.1 This classification covers containers used to hold plasticresins with bulk density (Test Methods D1895)of27to39lb/ft3(0.432 to 0
4、.625 g/cm3).1.2 This classification does not apply to any plastic resinswith bulk density below 27 lb/ft3(0.432 g/cm3) or above39lb/ft3(0.625 g/cm3).1.3 This classification does not apply to bulk boxes contain-ing hazardous materials.1.4 This classification does not address box/pallet unitiza-tion r
5、equirements.1.5 This classification does not address requirements ofplastic bag liners normally placed inside the corrugated bulkbox before filling with plastic resin.1.6 This classification does not address tamping, shaking, orother compression methods of the resin filled bulk box tocondense entrai
6、ned air and increase headspace in the bulk box.1.7 This classification does not address blocking and brac-ing or other shipping requirements normally associated withbulk box unit deliveries.1.8 This classification does not address filled bulk box/palletunit stack height.1.9 This classification does
7、not address international ship-ping regulations of bulk box/pallet units.1.10 This classification does not address pallet openingsizes for pallet trucks.1.11 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound unitsare to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated ineach system may not be
8、exact equivalents; therefore, eachsystem shall be used independently of the other. Combiningvalues from the two systems may result in non-conformancewith the standard.1.12 This standard does not purport to address all of thesafety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is theresponsibility of
9、 the user of this standard to establish appro-priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-bility of regulatory requirements prior to use.1.13 This classification offers an organized collection ofinformation or a series of options and does not recommend aspecific course of action. Th
10、is document cannot replace edu-cation or experience and should be used in conjunction withprofessional judgement. Not all aspects of this classificationmay be applicable in all circumstances. This ASTM standard isnot intended to represent or replace the standard of care bywhich the adequacy of a giv
11、en professional service must bejudged, nor should this document be applied without consid-eration of a projects many unique aspects. The word “stan-dard” in the title of this document means only that thedocument has been approved through the ASTM consensusprocess.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Stan
12、dards:2D1895 Test Methods for Apparent Density, Bulk Factor, andPourability of Plastic Materials3. Terminology3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:1This classification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D10 onPackaging and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D10.12 on
13、 ShippingContainers, Crates, Pallets, Skids and Related Structures.Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2013. Published November 2013. Originallyapproved in 2003. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as D6881 03 (2008).DOI: 10.1520/D6881_D6881M-03R13.2For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM webs
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15、s13.1.1 bulk box, plastic resin, na container used to enclose,protect, hold, and transport plastic resin, with net weights ofabout 1000 to 1600 lb (453.6 to 725.7 kg); it will havesemi-rigid sidewalls that resist bulging of the sidewall whenloaded, retain the approximate size of the empty assembledb
16、ox, and prevent collapse of the container during removal ofthe product.3.1.1.1 DiscussionNormally, the box is placed on a palletor skid, filled, and stacked one pallet load on the other for astack height selected by the user.3.1.2 freeboard, namount of bulk box set back from palletedge on all sides
17、to offset the bulge of the container when filledwith resin (typically 7 to 8 % of pallet dimension).3.1.3 pinwheeling, vwhen lengthwise loading vans orcontainers, the turning of a bulk box 90 and loading width-wise.3.1.4 plastic resin, norganic compounds produced bypolymerization that are flowable f
18、orms of filled or unfilledpowder, flake, chips, pellets, or granules originating fromeither virgin, compounded, regrind, or reclaim polymer.4. Significance and Use4.1 This standard classification will be used to:4.1.1 Standardize the package size increasing availability,versatility, and acceptabilit
19、y of bulk box/pallet units.4.1.2 Lower transport package manufacturing costs.4.1.3 Lower cost/lb of packaged resin because of higher netweight/package.4.1.4 Reduce environmental impact of pallets and bulkboxes by reducing waste.4.1.5 Support reuse of bulk boxes and pallets throughout thesupply chain
20、.4.1.6 Optimize lifecycle package cost.4.1.7 Improve both inbound and outbound freight cost incomparison to non-optimal packaging.4.1.8 Lower inventory/storage cost of raw materials (needless on hand).4.1.9 Reduce warehouse space for resin storage.4.1.10 Reduce forklift trips (carrying higher weight
21、).4.1.11 Promote multi-industry usage of common footprintboxes and pallets (examples are the automotive and chemicaldrum industry).4.1.12 Guide the first-time resin packager as to a successfulbulk box/pallet unit now in use in the resin industry.4.1.13 Optimize net product weight in truckload traile
22、r vansand oversea containers.4.2 This standard classification will be used by:4.2.1 Resin producers/converters/compounders/customersto compare with their current practice.4.2.2 Bulk box manufacturers to recommend a provencost-effective package for plastic resins in the targeted bulkdensity range.4.2
23、.3 Pallet manufacturers as a common bulk box footprintpallet for the targeted bulk density ranges used by the plasticresin industry.4.2.4 Box liner manufacturers to size their liners to aspecified volume dimension.4.2.5 Warehouses to provide space layout plans based ondimensions of the standard box/
24、pallet unit.5. Basis of Classification5.1 The bulk box will contain about 1000 to 1600 lb (453.6to 725.7 kg) of plastic resins with typical bulk densities of 27to 39 lb/ft3(0.432 to 0.625 g/cm3).5.2 Minimum performance of the bulk box pallet unitduring pack out, storage, and transit will be specifie
25、d by theuser.5.3 Total height of box, cap, and pallet (container height)equals 44 634-in. (1118 6 19 mm).5.4 Total width of pallet (container footprint width) equals45 614-in. (1143 6 6.35 mm).5.5 Total length of pallet (container footprint length) equals48 614-in. (1219 6 6.35 mm).5.6 Bulk box “fre
26、eboard” on all sides of the pallet will bespecified by the user.5.7 Corrugated fiberboard bulk boxes are normally used inthis application; the octagon-shaped box is preferred becauseof the superior strength/capacity weight over rectangular cor-rugated boxes.5.8 Wooden pallets are typically used in t
27、his application butmay be of other materials of construction; the required foot-print will allow the user an option to choose either four- ortwo-way entry.5.9 The eight corners of the octagon bulk box must besupported on top and on the bottom by the pallet; box cornersmust align top and bottom on de
28、ck boards of wooden pallets.6. Test Method and Retest6.1 The bulk density performance properties enumerated inthis classification may be estimated with Test Methods D1895.7. Ordering Information7.1 The purchaser should select the preferred permittedoptions and include the following information in pr
29、ocurementdocuments:7.1.1 Standard title, number, and date.7.1.2 Bulk density of the plastic resin to be packaged.7.1.3 Expected gross weight of packed out box and pallet.7.1.4 Form for deliveryassembled or knocked down.7.1.5 Unitization requirements.7.1.6 Liner or bag requirements.7.1.7 Stacking, en
30、vironmental, and shelf life requirements.7.1.8 Graphic requirements.7.1.9 Transport package requirements.8. Keywords8.1 bulk box; bulk package; containers by bulk density;paperboard containers; plastic resin ; resin package; returnablebox system; transport packageD6881/D6881M 03 (2013)2ANNEX(Mandato
31、ry Information)A1. BULK BOX STANDARD CLASSIFICATION SUMMARYA1.1 Criteria in setting dimension limits include:A1.1.1 The height requirement is to insure that the doublestack container (normal fork truck load) will enter the oceancontainer that has an opening of 90 in. (2286 mm) at thecontainer entran
32、ce door.A1.1.2 The width requirement is to insure two containerswill fit side by side in truck vans and ocean containers withadequate space for fork truck loading. Inside ocean containerwidth equals 92 in. (2337 mm).A1.1.3 The width requirement is to insure the bulk box orpallet/skid may be suitable
33、 for use in multi-industry applica-tions (for example, the automotive and chemical drum indus-tries).A1.1.4 The length requirement is to insure the bulk box orpallet/skid may be suitable for use in multi-industry applica-tions (for example, the automotive and chemical drum indus-tries).A1.1.5 The we
34、ight requirement is based on the volume ofthe bulk box and bulk density of the plastic resin.APPENDIX(Nonmandatory Information)X1. GENERAL USE AND GUIDANCEX1.1 The size requirements are based on being able to loadocean freight containers as well as truck load vans using palletswith a two-way entry (
35、no “pinwheeling” of the load isnecessary). User may specify pallets with four-way entry.X1.2 Since the box will be used by a wide variety of userswith different storage and transit requirements, each user mayutilize their own performance standards and specifications.X1.3 Organizations that may be in
36、terested in this standardinclude:X1.3.1 Society of Plastic Engineers.X1.3.2 National Wooden Pallet and Container Association.X1.3.3 Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Indus-try.X1.3.4 American Plastics CouncilAmerican ChemicalCouncil.X1.3.5 Society of Plastics Industries.D6881/D6881M 03 (20
37、13)3Top, Length and Width ViewFIG. X1.1 Example of Bulk Box/Pallet Unit (Not to Scale)D6881/D6881M 03 (2013)4ASTM International takes no position respecting the validity of any patent rights asserted in connection with any item mentionedin this standard. Users of this standard are expressly advised
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40、 feel that your comments have not received a fair hearing you shouldmake your views known to the ASTM Committee on Standards, at the address shown below.This standard is copyrighted by ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959,United States. Individual
41、reprints (single or multiple copies) of this standard may be obtained by contacting ASTM at the aboveaddress or at 610-832-9585 (phone), 610-832-9555 (fax), or serviceastm.org (e-mail); or through the ASTM website(www.astm.org). Permission rights to photocopy the standard may also be secured from the ASTM website (www.astm.org/COPYRIGHT/).End ViewThree high stack of boxes and pallets showing deck board placement. See Fig. X1.1 for example of Width view.FIG. X1.2 Drawing 2 (Not to Scale)D6881/D6881M 03 (2013)5
