ASTM D6055 Standard Test Methods for Mechanical Handling of Large Carrying Crates and Crates of Combined Loads

EUROLAB laboratory provides testing and compliance services within the scope of ASTM D6055 test standard. The purpose of ASTM D6055 shipping container testing is to determine unit loads, large crates and their integrity. The standard evaluates the ability of components to withstand normal use using mechanical handling equipment. This test standard is not designed for individual drums or track drums.

It covers the following methods:

• Test Method A: Forklift Usage. This method is used to test the transport unit's ability to withstand repeated operations from a forklift. Use a real forklift with fork attachment to lift the transport unit while performing the forklift handling test. The lifting device and blade(s) must be able to lift the size and quantity of products according to the current application.
• Test Method B: Core Removal Test. Test method B is used in conjunction with or lifted with the vane lift attachment to determine the ability of the chassis or transport unit to withstand repeated lifting and handling. When performing the shovel lift test, use a real forklift with a shovel lift attachment to lift the transport unit under the lift wing. The lifting device and blade(s) must be able to lift the size and quantity of product according to the current application.
• Test Method C: Clamp Using Test. This method is used to lift with a hydraulic clamp attachment. This determines the transport unit's ability to withstand clamping, which consists of repeated side clamping and lifting operations. When performing the clamp carry test, use a real forklift with the appropriate load clamping device to lift the handling unit. It will be ensured that the clamping force between the cylinders is measured by using load cell(s) or another suitable device.
• Test Method D: Push-Pull Machining Test. The push-pull bearing test determines the ability of the combined load on a sliding layer to withstand repeated processing with this test method. When performing the push-pull test, use a real forklift with the appropriate gripping jaw to pull the load onto the load plate with the slide plate claw. Alternatively, any suitable pulling device equipped with a gripping jaw can be used.
• Test Method E: Hook Test. This test method uses grahooks to determine the shipping unit's ability to withstand the horizontal pressures of the hooks. When lifting the crate or safe with hooks or slings, a hook or strap winch is the simplest and easiest, but the test can be done by fighting or by lifting a crate or crate with jacks and placing it on supported hooks or slings. a kind of cage.
• Test Method F: Sling Tests. The method is used to lift the transport unit with wire rope, cable or woven fiber slings to determine the slings' ability to withstand compression.

This standard does not purport to address all, if any, safety concerns associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health and environmental practices and to determine the applicability of regulatory restrictions prior to use.

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