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Standard Terminology for Additive
Manufacturing-Coordinate Systems
ASTM D1185-98a(2009) and Test Methodologies
Standard Test Methods for Pallets and Related Structures Employed in Materials Handling and
Shipping ASTM G67-13
Standard Test Method for Determining
the Susceptibility to Intergranular
Corrosion of 5XXX Series Aluminum
Scope Alloys by Mass Loss After Exposure to
Nitric Acid (NAMLT Test)
1.1 These test methods cover the performance of pallets and related structures, functioning as skids, bases, platforms, and bins in materials handling and
shipping. Their use facilitates the protection of both packaged and unpackaged products during storage and transportation. The test methods include
measurements of the relative resistance of pallets and related structures to deformations, damages, and structural failures w hich detrimentally affect the ASTM G150-13
functionality of the unit load. Standard Test Method for
Electrochemical Critical Pitting
1.2 These test methods include conditioning requirements, static stiffness and strength tests, and dynamic tests of structural reliability. These test methods are
Temperature Testing of Stainless
used to evaluate the relative performance of new , used, or reconditioned general and special-purpose pallets fabricated from various materials including solid
Steels
w ood, w ood composites, fiberboard, honeycomb, plastics, or metal, or to compare the performance of such pallets and related structures to specified
performance criteria. Recommended criteria for all tests specified in this standard are listed in Appendix X2.
ASTM F2993-13
1.2.1 These test methods are also used to classify pallets as single- or multiple-use pallets and to determine the safe w orking loads for pallets under specified
load and support conditions. Standard Guide for Monitoring Weather
Conditions for Safe Parasail Operation
1.3 Nonmandatory Preliminary Tests—Because each pallet may be used under several different conditions of load and support, pallet-design considerations
and safe w orking-load estimates shall be based on that condition under w hich the pallet offers least resistance or is most severely stressed.
ASTM F2933-13
1.3.1 Preliminary, short-duration static tests up to the ultimate (see 8.2, 8.3, and 8.4) shall be performed on previously non-tested pallets to determine w hich Standard Consumer Safety
load and support conditions influence most severely the pallet load-carrying capacity and safe w orking loads. Specification for Crib Mattresses

1.3.2 During the development of prototypes leading to designs that w ill be subject to acceptance testing, as described in 1.4, these preliminary tests shall
include the free-fall drop tests in accordance w ith 9.1. ASTM F2907-13
Consumer Safety Specification for
1.4 Mandatory Acceptance Tests: Sling Carriers
1.4.1 General-Purpose Pallets—When the objective of the test is to determine the safe w orking load or to classify a general-purpose pallet as a single- or
multiple-use pallet, all tests described in these test methods shall be performed in the order specified. The same pallet shall be used for all static and dynamic ASTM F2877-13
tests, w here feasible. Standard Test Method for Shock

1.4.2 Special-Purpose Pallets—When the objective of the test is to determine the safe w orking load or to classify a special-purpose pallet, as a single- or Testing of Structural Insulation of A-
multiple-use pallet, only those tests representing the intended condition of use shall be performed. Certain special–purpose pallet designs, because of the Class Divisions Constructed of Steel or
pallet size, its shape, or the material of fabrication, or combinations thereof, cannot be reliably tested using this methodology. When available, alternative test Aluminum
methods should be used.

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1.4.3 Field Testing—It is recommended that pallet designs passing these acceptance tests be further subjected to field testing in the distribution environment. ASTM E740/E740M-03(2010)e2
Standard Practice for Fracture Testing
1.5 Simulation of the Distribution Environment—These test methods are not intended to lead to exact simulations of pallet performance in the distribution w ith Surface-Crack Tension
environment. These test methods are designed to relate to practice w ith the added provision that they are repeatable, do not depend on exceptional skills, and Specimens
are safe to conduct w ithout elaborate precautions. The test findings are not expected to lead to unalterable conclusions. Testing in the distribution environment
may be necessary to verify the results obtained from laboratory tests.
ASTM E74-13a
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated w ith its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to Standard Practice of Calibration of
establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific w arnings are given in 9.5.3.5. Force-Measuring Instruments for
Verifying the Force Indication of
Significance and Use Testing Machines

Static compression and bending tests provide data that are used to estimate stiffness, strength, and safe w orking loads for pallets under specified load and
support conditions. These estimates provide a basis for designing pallets and comparing the performance betw een pallets of different designs and ASTM E647-13e1
constructions. Standard Test Method for
Measurement of Fatigue Crack Grow th
Dynamic tests provide data w hich are used to estimate the physical durability and functionality of a pallet in specified material handling and shipping
Rates
environments. These estimates provide a basis for designing single or multiple-use pallets.

Other tests may be performed to assess the properties of specific materials (Test Methods D 2395, D 4442, D 4444, and T 208 OM) and connecting devices
(Test Methods D 1761, F 680, Test Method F 1575, and Specification F 1667), design features, use applications, and other variables encountered.

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