IQWQ-FT-BSPDS-00-120111 - 0 Packing Spec

ISSUED FOR
USE (IFU)
10-JUN-2011
WEST QURNA I SPECIFICATION-EXPORT PACKING
REQUIREMENTS FOR MATERIALS
Scope
This Specification defines the minimum packing and handling requirements for maximum protection of
equipment and materials. The degree of protection specified will vary according to storage conditions
and duration, shipping environment, and handling conditions. The requirements of this specification are
intended as an addition to industry classifications or tariff rules already established in the transportation
industry. This document is not intended to reduce the minimum standards established by the regulatory
agency rules.
09-Jun-2011, Rev. 0 IQWQ-FT-BSPDS-00-120111

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Table of Contents
Table of Figures ............................................................................................................ 5
1. Required References ............................................................................................ 6

1.1. Specifications–ExxonMobil Engineering Practices ....................................... 6
1.2. ASTM–American Society for Testing and Materials ..................................... 6
1.3. CFR–U.S. Code of Federal Regulations....................................................... 6
1.4. IMO–International Maritime Organization ..................................................... 6
1.5. ISO–International Organization for Standardization ..................................... 7
1.6. MIL–U.S. Military Standards ......................................................................... 7
1.7. SIS–Swedish Standards Institute ................................................................. 7
1.8. Other References ......................................................................................... 7
1.9. Interstate Shipments..................................................................................... 8
2. Description of Activity .......................................................................................... 8
3. Locations ............................................................................................................... 8
4. Standards/Specifications/Certifications.............................................................. 8
5. General Packaging Requirements ....................................................................... 8

5.1. Consolidation of Like Items, Kits, Subassemblies, and Accessories ............ 8
5.2. Waterproofing ............................................................................................... 8
5.3. Moisture Vapor-Proof Packaging.................................................................. 9
5.4. Fragile Items................................................................................................. 9
5.5. Preservation and Protection of Equipment and Materials............................. 9
5.6. Wrapping ...................................................................................................... 9
5.7. Cushioning ................................................................................................... 9
5.8. Dunnage....................................................................................................... 9
5.9. Shipping Container Quantity....................................................................... 10
5.10. Shipping Container Restrictions ................................................................. 14
5.11. Tracking and Receiving .............................................................................. 15

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6. Materials............................................................................................................... 15
6.1. Lumber ....................................................................................................... 15
6.2. Nails, Staples, Fasteners............................................................................ 16
6.3. Strapping .................................................................................................... 16
7. Export Packaging for Shipment......................................................................... 16
7.1. Bundling ..................................................................................................... 16
7.2. Palletizing ................................................................................................... 16
7.3. Skidding...................................................................................................... 17
7.4. Container Loading ...................................................................................... 17
7.5. Wood Containers–General ......................................................................... 17
8. Export Box/Crate Construction.......................................................................... 18
8.1. Solid Wood Boxes ...................................................................................... 18
8.2. Blocking/Bracing......................................................................................... 20
8.3. Crates–Wood, Open Style.......................................................................... 20
8.4. Crates–Wood, Fully Sheathed.................................................................... 23
9. Marking/Specifications ....................................................................................... 24
9.1. Marking Requirements–General................................................................. 24
9.2. Marks and Symbols .................................................................................... 24
10. Tools/Equipment/Personnel Protection ............................................................ 26
10.1. Tools and Equipment.................................................................................. 26
10.2. Personnel Protection .................................................................................. 26
11. Miscellaneous Comments .................................................................................. 26

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Table of Figures
Figure 1: Case Construction ..................................................................................... 19
Figure 2: Typical Style I Box ..................................................................................... 22
Figure 3: Typical Style II Box .................................................................................... 23
Figure 4: Accepted Symbols ..................................................................................... 25

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1. Required References
This Section lists Specifications and Standards that are generically referenced and assumed to be a part of
this document. Unless otherwise specified herein, use the latest edition.
All interstate, international, and transcontinental shipments shall conform to applicable rules and
regulations of the defined governmental Department of Transportation, as specified in the appropriate
freight classification.
1.1. Specifications–ExxonMobil Engineering Practices

IQWQ-FT-RSPDS-00- Preservation and Protection During Shipping and Construction
120103
IQWQ-FT-RSPDS-00- Procedure for Long-Term Tropical Preservation of Operational Spares
120101
1.2. ASTM–American Society for Testing and Materials

ASTM D 880 Standard Test Method for Impact Testing for Shipping Containers and
Systems
ASTM D 999 Standard Test Methods for Vibration Testing of Shipping Containers
ASTM D 5276 Standard Test Method for Drop Test of Loaded Containers by Free Fall
ASTM D 6251/D Standard Specification for Wood-Cleated Panelboard Shipping Boxes
6251M
1.3. CFR–U.S. Code of Federal Regulations

49 CFR 452 Coast Guard, Department of Transportation – Examination of Containers
49 CFR 453 Coast Guard, Department of Transportation – Control and Enforcement
1.4. IMO–International Maritime Organization

IMDG Code International Maritime Dangerous Goods
CSC International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC)

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1.5. ISO–International Organization for Standardization

ISO 668 Series 1 Freight Containers - Classification, Dimensions and Ratings
ISO 1496-1 Series 1 Freight Containers - Specification and Testing - Part 1: General
Cargo Containers for General Purposes
ISO 3874 Series 1 Freight Containers - Handling and Securing
ISO 6346 Freight Containers - Coding, Identification and Marking
ISO TC 104 ISO Technical Committee 104 – Freight Containers
TC 104/SC1: General purpose containers
TC 104/SC2: Special purpose containers
TC 104/SC4: Identification and communication
http://www.iso.ch/iso/en/stdsdevelopment
1.6. MIL–U.S. Military Standards

MIL-C-104 Crates, Wood: Lumber and Plywood Sheathed, Nailed, and Bolted
MIL-C-3774 Crates, Wood; Open 12,000- and 16,000-Pound Capacity
1.7. SIS–Swedish Standards Institute

SIS 05 59 Sa2 1/2 Near White Blast Cleaning
1.8. Other References

Uniform Freight Uniform Freight Classification to Standard Transportation Commodity
Classification Code or Hazardous Materials Code Cross-reference
CCCN Custom Cooperation Council Nomenclature, formerly Brussels Tariff
Numbers (BTN)
Cortec Corporation Temporary Protection, Lay-Up, and Mothballing: Equipment, Systems
and Plant. (Manual available from Cortec Corporation.) Preservation
products and processes manufactured by Cortec Corporation are
distributed by Gulf Corrosion Control of Houston, TX.

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1.9. Interstate Shipments

All interstate, international, and intercontinental shipments shall conform to applicable rules and
regulations of the Interstate Commerce Commission and the U.S. Department of Transportation, as
specified in the appropriate freight classification.
2. Description of Activity
The purpose of this activity is to define minimum preservation, packing, and handling requirements for
maximum protection of equipment, materials, and systems. The degree of protection specified will vary
according to storage conditions and duration, shipping environment and handling conditions. The
requirements of this specification are intended to be in addition to industry classifications or tariff rules
already established in the transportation industry. This document is not intended to reduce the minimum
standards established by the regulatory agency rules.
3. Locations
Services will involve the seamless, integrated, 'door to door' Export Packing Services associated with the
handling requirements for maximum protection of all project materials, equipment, and systems.
4. Standards/Specifications/Certifications
Items shall be processed in accordance with the methods defined in this SPECIFICATION, which details
material and workmanship, conflict, waiver policy, and general packaging and packing requirements.
These requirements are based on the protection that materials and equipment should receive during
shipping, handling, and storage.
5. General Packaging Requirements

5.1. Consolidation of Like Items, Kits, Subassemblies, and
Accessories
Consolidation of like items, nesting, stacking, and minor disassembly shall be accomplished to reduce
volume to the least possible cubic displacement of each shipping container, pallet, bundle, or skid.
5.2. Waterproofing
Case liner and/or over wrapping of equipment using asphalt laminated craft paper shall not come in direct
contact with the packaged item. Containers in which contents are not wrapped shall be lined with the
same material, following industry practices, to ensure that all seams are sealed when the container is
closed. Before the sealing container, all folds and/or sealed areas shall be positioned to eliminate
entrapment of moisture, general contamination, or water.

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5.3. Moisture Vapor-Proof Packaging

1) Equipment of subassemblies which are susceptible to damage from moisture or water vapor shall be
packaged in a container and over packed in a moisture vapor-proof barrier material Cortec VpCI
MilCor plastic wrap with desiccant, or other compatible dehydrating agents.
2) Complete evacuation of air voids shall be accomplished, followed by heat sealing.
3) Silica-based desiccant should not be allowed to come in direct contact with the packaged item.
4) Bentonite-based desiccants should be used in situations when contact with the item packed is
unavoidable. Vapor corrosion inhibitors, VpCI, capsules shall be used.
5) Humidity indicators shall be enclosed within the moisture vapor-proof barrier when packing in this
manner. The minimum quantity of desiccant per unit package shall be determined using the
following equation:
Units of Desiccant = 1.6 x Area
Area = Square Feet of Vapor Barrier
5.4. Fragile Items

Fragile items shall be cushioned within their container to prevent damage from shock, vibration, and
rough handling. Finished or critical surfaces shall be protected from abrasion.
5.5. Preservation and Protection of Equipment and Materials

All machined, bright finished, close tolerances, or surfaces not painted shall be protected by preserving,
wrapping, taping, capping, plugging, blocking, coating, and covering to assure protection from dust, dirt,
moisture, or abrasion. For details refer to the following IQWQ-FT-RSPDS-00-120103 and IQWQ-FT-
RSPDS-00-120101.
5.6. Wrapping
Structural or surface protection by wrapping shall be required to eliminate the variables to which an item
is subjected to in transit, storage, and handling.
5.7. Cushioning
Cushioning is the protection from physical and mechanical damage to an item by means of compressible
and resilient materials. These materials absorb the energy of shock and vibration caused by external
forces. Fragile or delicate components require adequate cushioning to protect against physical damage.
5.8. Dunnage
Water resisitant dunnage shall be applied where voids exist and are required in any area of a container left
unsupported. Appropriate materials to prevent damage or movement during shipment shall be used.

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5.9. Shipping Container Quantity

1) Consolidation of items, physical characteristics, weight, size imitations, pallet load limits, box load
capabilities, and other restrictions and considerations shall dictate shipping container quantities.
Note: Need to identify issues such as door seals, special weatherpoof coating.
2) Containers shall be marked to assist with project material identification for operational, start-up, and
commissioning. Tagging will indicate project name and materials, for example:
Angola Kizomba " A " Two Year Operational AOKA-2Y

Angola Kizomba " A " Start-Up and AOKA-SU
Commissioning
Angola Kizomba " A " Capital AOKA-CP
3) All marking shall be stenciled in black waterproof ink, with not less than ½ in. (13 mm) to 1 in. (25
mm) high lettering on two opposite sides of the packaged item(s).
5.9.1. General
5.9.1.1. Operational Environment
The container (20 ft x 8 ft x 8 ft 6 in.) (6.1 m x 2.4 m x 2.6 m) shall be designed and constructed for the
transportation of general cargo on sea (above or under deck) and land (road and rail) throughout the
world, and shall be suitable for the environmental conditions imposed by those modes of transport.
All materials used in construction shall be able to withstand extremes of temperature, ranging from -40F
to +158F (-40C to +70C) without effect on the container's strength and water tightness.
5.9.1.2. Standards and Regulations
To satisfy the requirements of Rules of BUREAU VERITAS Classification Society or equivalent
regulatory entity approval and certificates, the following data should be provided:
1) Type approval certificate to be issued by the classification society.
2) Production Certificate of series containers to be issued by the classification society. The society's seal
should be affixed to the container.
3) Customs approval and Certificate to be issued by the customs.
4) Custom's approval plate should be affixed to the container.
5) International Union of Railways (UIC) registration, and UIC mark should be affixed to the container.
6) International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC) approval and registration by the authority of an
approval classification society's native country via the society's CSC. That Society's approval plate
should be affixed to the container. Trans Ocean's approved continuous examining program (ACEP)
number shall be permanently etched into the appropriate area on the CSC plate.

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5.9.2. Handling
The container should be constructed so that it can be handled without any permanent deformation
rendering it unsuitable for use or without any abnormality during the following conditions:
1) Lifting, full or empty, at top corner fittings vertically by means of spreaders fitted with hooks,
shackles, or twistlocks.
2) Lifting, full or empty, at bottom corner fittings using slings with appropriate terminal fittings at any
angle between vertical and 45 degrees to the horizontal.
3) Lifting, full or empty, at two fork pockets using a forklift truck.
5.9.3. Transportation
The container should be constructed to be suitable for transportation in the following modes without any
permanent deformation rendering it unsuitable for use or any abnormality.
1) Marine:
a) In the ship cell guides: stacked 9 high, and vertical acceleration limits of 0.8 g.
b) On the deck: stacked 4 high and secured by suitable vertical and diagonal wire lashings.
2) Road: on flat bed or skeletal chassis: secured by twistlocks, or equivalent, at the four bottom corner
fittings.
3) Rail: on flat cars or special container cars: secured by twistlocks, or equivalent, at the four bottom
corner fittings.
5.9.4. Construction
The container shall be constructed with a steel frame, fully vertically corrugated steel side and end walls,
die-stamped corrugated steel roof, wooden flooring, corrugated steel double-hinged doors, and ISO corner
fittings at eight corners.
1) Container shall comply with the following, unless otherwise specified:
a) One pair of fork pockets and two ventilators shall be provided. All steel work shall be built up by
means of automatic and semi-automatic CO2 gas arc welding (MIG welding). All exterior welds,
including those of the base structure, shall be continuous on both sides, except welds of joints for
flooring.
b) Interior welds shall be intermittent with a minimum bead length of 1 in. (25.4 mm) for every 6 in.
(152.4 mm)..
c) Welds shall be even bead and have full penetration with no undercutting or porosity.
d) Gaps between adjacent components to be welded will not exceed 0.118 in. (2.99 mm), or the half-
thickness of the material being welded, whichever is the smaller.
e) The internal bend radius of the pressed sections of the steel will not be less than 1.0 times the
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f) Each top side rail shall be made of a square steel pipe of 2.36 in. x 2.36 in. (60 mm x 60 mm)
thickness.
2) Roof
a) The roof shall be constructed with five 0.079 in. (2.0 mm) thick die-stamped corrugated steel
sheets having 0.197 in. (5 mm) upward camber at each trough of the corrugate, butt jointed
together to form one panel by automatic MIG welding.
b) Each pattern of die-stamped corrugation is shaped in 65.6 ft (19 m) depth, 3.58 in. (90.9 mm)
outer face, 0.53 in. (13.5 mm) slope, and 3.58 in. (91 mm) inner face, making a pitch of 8.23 in.
(209 mm).
c) A 12 in. x 12 in. x 0.118 in. (304.8 mm x 304.8 mm x 2.99 mm) thick steel plate shall be
provided at each roof corner for the reinforcement around corner fittings.
d) All overlapped joints of inside unwelded seams are to be caulked with sealant.
3) Sealant for Joints
All joints between each board/plank and the perimeter of the floor are to be sealed with elastic sealant
to prevent water entry.
4) Doors
a) Doors will consist of two-door leaves, two sets of locking devices per leaf, four hinges and pins
per leaf, seal gaskets and two door holders.
b) These doors shall be installed using hinge-pins to the rear end frame and be capable of swinging
through about 270 degrees.
5) Seal Gaskets
The door seal gaskets (black color) shall be of an extruded "J" type, special E.P.D.M. rubber,
assembled with stainless steel rivets at an approx. 5.9 in. (149.9 mm) pitch, using angle type retainers
of stainless steel strips and adhesive sealant.
6) Hinges and Pins
a) Four hinges, provided with bushing hole, are to be welded to one door leaf. Each door is installed
using hinge pins and washers (at one end of the pin).
b) The hinges are to be of steel forgings, pins of stainless steel, self-lubricating synthetic,
"OILLESS" bushing, and brass washers.
7) Locking Devices
Locking bars are to be hot dipped galvanized at 75 microns. Locking bars and hardware are to be left
unpainted. Two locking bars, 1.34 in. (34 mm) diameter, steel tube with handles, anti-racking rings
and cam ends, BE2566 modified, shall be fixed to each door leaf with bolts and nuts, using top and
bottom bearing brackets and one bar guide bracket. Suspension of the bars in bearing brackets is in a
bushing of self-lubricating synthetic material NYLATRON, the turn direction of the locking handles
on one door is opposite. Cam-keepers shall be welded to the door header and sill.
8) Door Holder and Receptacle

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A door holder per door made of mixed nylon rope, is to be tied to the center side locking rod and the
receptacle (hook type) is to be welded to each bottom side rail to retain the door in the open position.
5.9.5. Special Features

1) Customs Seal Provision: Customs seal provision are to be made on each locking handle and retainer
in accordance with TIR requirements, with "huck bolt" rivets.
2) Shoring Slots: A shoring slot having a side of about 2 in. wide x 1.5 in. deep (50.8 mm wide x 38.1
mm deep), is to be provided on each rear corner post so that 2 in. (50.8 mm) thick batlons are capable
of protecting doors against shifting cargo.
3) Lashing Fittings
a) Five 0.5 in. (12.7 mm)-diameter lashing rings are to be welded to each bottom and top side rail at
corresponding recessed areas of side wall at equal spacing.
b) Three 0.5 in. (12.7 mm)-diameter lashing rods are to be welded in each shoring slot and on each
corner post, positioned 7.87 in. (199.9 mm) apart. Installation shall be positioned from top to
bottom with one positioned in the center.
c) All inner lashing rods are to be recessed in respect to their surroundings.
d) Capabilities of pull load of every lashing point shall be as follows:
 Lashing rings on the side rails—3307 lb (1500 kg) each
 Lashing rods on the corner posts—3307 lb (1500 kg) each
4) Ventilators
One (ABS) ventilator with EPDM seal gasket shall be fixed to the upper portion of front or rear
recessed areas on each side wall. That means a total of two ventilators per container with huck bolts,
rivets, and elastic seal shall be applied after completion of coating.
5.9.6. Preservation
1) Surface Preparation of Steelwork:
a) All steel surfaces prior to, or after, forming shall be degreased and shot-blasted to SIS 05 59 Sa2
1/2 with near-white metal surfaces, and surface droughness of 25 microns to 35 microns to
remove all rust, dirt, mill scale, and all other foreign materials.
b) Locking rod assemblies (which are to be welded with gear cams), bar, holder, and handle hinges,
shall be hot dipping galvanized with a thickness of 75 microns.
c) All fasteners, such as bolts/nuts, washers, etc., shall be electro zinc plated. Self-tapping screws
shall be electro cadmium plated. Both plating thicknesses shall be 15 microns.
d) Hinge blades, hinge lugs, lashing rings, lashing bars, gear cam-keepers shall be electro zinc or
cadmium plated to a thickness not less than 8 microns.
2) Primer Coating

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a) Prior to assembly, all steel surfaces shall be coated with 10 microns thick two-pack polyamide
cured zinc-rich epoxy primer immediately after shot blasting, and then dried in drying room.
b) After assembly, all weldments shall be shot blasted to remove all welding fluxes, spatters, burnt
primer coatings caused by welding heat, and other foreign materials, and then immediately coated
with zinc-rich epoxy primer.
c) All surfaces of the assembled container will have the coating system as shown in Table 1:
Table 1: Surface Coating
Coating Thickness
Epoxy zinc-rich primer Before assembly: Approx. 10 microns

After assembly: Approx. 20 microns
Epoxy resin Approx. 50 microns
Chlorinated rubber (RAL 5015) Approx. 45 microns
Total DFT*: Approx. 125 microns
Inside:
Epoxy-rich primer Before assembly: Approx. 10 microns
Pure epoxy (RAL 6027) Approx. 50 microns
Total DFT: Approx. 80 microns
Underside
Epoxy-rich primer: Before assembly: Approx. 10 microns
Bitumen: Approx. 200 microns
Total DFT: Approx. 240 microns
* DFT = Dry film thickness
5.10. Shipping Container Restrictions

1) Corrugated containers (all sizes, all types, and all tests) will not be allowed as exterior shipping
containers of items and commodities for export shipment.
2) Items packed in corrugated containers shall be containerized in wood or export containers by
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3) The only exceptions to these rules shall be high priority airfreight shipments and items to be stuffed in
Sea Van containers.
5.11. Tracking and Receiving

MEPAW™, a material export packing and warehousing computerized logistics system, shall be used for
coordinating shippers and third party logistics providers to control, direct, and track complex freight
movement on the basis of all container and contents.
1) Freight forwarder assigned parameters for the MEPAW™ bar coding system shall be used to track
expediting activities through delivery to Company warehouse for containers and packing list.
2) Packing labels shall be placed on each packed and/or over packed package. The label consists of a
bar code, using bar code symbology code 39 (or Code 3 of 9), representing a unique package number
which corresponds to a given packing list number. Also on the label shall be the Purchase Order (PO)
numbers of the material packed in the package, and the packing list and packing list box number of
the packed package. The dimensions of the packing label shall be 3 in. (76.2 mm) high by 4 in.
(101.6 mm) wide.
3) A packing list created by MEPAW™ shall be provided for both container and the contents of the
container.
6. Materials
6.1. Lumber
1) Lumber used in crate construction shall be new, sound, and well seasoned, and shall be free of defects
that would materially weaken the container.
2) Knots or knot clusters that exceed one-fourth the width of a structural member or that exceed one-
third the width of a sheathing board are prohibited.
3) Moisture content shall not be more than 19 percent and not less than 12 percent of its oven dry weight
when tested in accordance with commercial standards for standard grade No. 4 pine, utility grade
Douglas fir, or better.
4) Minimum thickness exterior grade CDX plywood shall be used as determined by type of load, weight
of contents, and estimated worst conditions the container will encounter. Plywood (if applicable)
shall be type 3 weather resistant and exterior grades of a minimum of not less than 1/2 inch.
5) To assure waterproofing of wood boxes or crates, case lining shall be required. When applied, case
lining shall totally waterproof the contents.
6) Blocking and bracing should be at least 2 in. x 4 in. lumber or greater, depending on the weight and
nature of items being packed. The construction of the boxes and crates shall be determined by the
types of loads, weight, and size of contents.

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6.2. Nails, Staples, Fasteners

1) Nails, staples, fasteners, and hardware used in construction of boxes and crates, tie down of items on
skids, or other applicable uses shall be those used generally by the industry. Selection of these
materials shall be dictated by the weight and size of the item being packed, and these materials shall
be capable of loads beyond those for which they are used.
2) Nails shall be cement coated and of length, size, and strength as defined by this SPECIFICATION or
by industry standards. Use of lag screws and nails for mounting will not be permitted.
3) All hardware holding equipment or items shall be bolted through skid runners and/or deck boards.
All hold-down hardware shall require washers and counter sinking into bottom of runners or deck
boards, as applicable.
6.3. Strapping
Strapping shall be applied perpendicular to the edges of the surfaces over which they pass. They shall be
straight and drawn tight so as to sink into the wood at the edges. Only flat (hardened) industry brands and
grades shall be used. Banding should not be applied to any box or crate in a way that allows band
breaking or weakening by forklifts, slings, or other material handling devices during shipment and
storage.
7. Export Packaging for Shipment

7.1. Bundling
1) Materials that require bundling shall be segregated into common lengths and sizes.
2) Bundling shall be limited to items such as structural steel, bars, tubing, lumber, and plywood.
3) When applicable, a bundled load should be limited to 3500 lbs (1588 kg).
4) Steel banding 11/4 in. (31.6 mm) x 0.035 in. (0.89 mm) high density (HD) or greater shall be required.
A minimum of two skids should be placed under straps to permit forklift and sling access.
7.2. Palletizing
1) Many products or commodities lend themselves economically to only palletized or unitized loads to
facilitate handling, stowage, and protection of cargo. Items such as bulk containers, drums, long or
odd shaped items, and castings fall into this category. These are items that are not subject to water
damage or pilferage and that permit multiple stacking and loading.
2) If items are not plated, painted, or otherwise protected from the environment, pallet loads should be
shrink-wrapped or shrouded.
3) Pallets shall be constructed with a minimum of five deck boards (1 in. x 6 in. lumber), three stringers
(2 in. x 4 in.), and three bottom boards (1 in. x 6 in.). These minimums will be increased as required
by the weight and distribution of the load. Pallet shall generally be 40 in. (1.02 m) x 48 in. (1.22 m),

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and 48 in. (1.22 m) x 48 in. (1.22 m), except where dimensions are varied to accommodate special
items. Pallet loads shall not exceed 2200 lbs (997.9 kg).
7.3. Skidding
1) Skidding shall be used to provide a foundation for heavy equipment or items that are not protected by
other methods of packing. Machinery and like equipment shall be bolted through the skids (runners)
or otherwise blocked, braced, or secured to the base to ensure protection during transit and handling.
2) If the skidded object is constructed to support weights stacked atop the skidded unit, and needs no
protection to eliminate damage, then the skidded object needs no further upper crating.
3) If the skidded object can be damaged by freight stacked atop the unit, or is irregular in shape, and
does not lend itself to stacking, open crate framing should enclose the unit.
4) Skids shall be placed no further apart than 48 in. (1.2 m), center to center, across the width of the skid
base. Where a heavy concentration of skids is involved, intermediate skids may be placed closer
together under the points of load concentration.
7.4. Container Loading

1) Container (Sea Van) loading shall be accomplished in a manner that precludes the possibility of cargo
shifting or crushing while the van is in transit.
2) All excess materials, such as pieces outstanding, lumber, or general scrap, must be removed prior to
loading.
3) Blocking, bracing, and/or other methods of securing freight firmly in the container must be in place
and inspected before the container is closed and sealed.
7.5. Wood Containers–General

1) A fully sheathed export box, with skid, is preferred for equipment over 1000 lbs (454 kg).
2) Boxes and crates shall be constructed to support their own gross weight when suspended by grab
hooks at the top or slings around the ends or base.
3) Skidded-framed boxes shall be constructed on skid members, joined by headers, and floored with 2
in. lumber.
4) Headers shall be bolted to each skid member.
5) The bearing surfaces of machinery or equipment shall rest over a skid member and be bolted,
securing the object through the skid members. Lag screws will not be permitted for this purpose.
6) All bolting shall include the requirements described in Section 6.2.
7) All boxes having a gross weight of 250 lbs (113 kg) or more shall have a minimum of two skids to
permit forklift handling. When needed to meet the particular requirements of special loads, boxes
shall be modified or reinforced by added skids, battens, or diagonal bracing.

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8. Export Box/Crate Construction

8.1. Solid Wood Boxes
1) Solid wood boxes (see example in Figure 1) having a gross weight of 250 lbs (113 kg) or more shall
have a minimum of two skids to permit sling and forklift access.

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Figure 1: Case Construction

EXAMPLE A
Style 2 Box (Pull cleated ends. But joints)
Top
End
Side Side
End
Over 500 lbs (227 kg) to 1,000 lbs (454 kg)
Shall be style 2 constructed with nominal 1 in. sheathing and modified to include a
skid-type base of nominal 1 in. floor, nominal 2 in. x 4 in. lumber skids and minimum
1 in. x 4 in. diagonal frame. Case shall be strapped with a minimum of two (2) 1-1/4 in.
unannealed flat sheet strapping secured with steel seals.
EXAMPLE B
Top
End
Side
Side
End
Weight of Contents to 500 lbs (227 kg)

Shall be style 2 constructed with 1 in. cleats and nominal 1 in. lumber. Boxes shall be
strapped with two (2) 3/4 in. unannealed flat steel strapping secured with crimped steel
seals.
2) When utilizing solid wood boxes, they shall not be permitted for loads greater than 1000 lbs (454 kg).
3) Minimum thickness of lumber for solid wood boxes shall be 1 in. nominal lumber or 1/2 in. CDX
plywood exterior grade. Greater thickness shall be required as needed for type of load and weight of
contents.

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4) Boxes containing net loads over 1000 lbs (454 kg) shall require 2 in. lumber tops and flooring. One
inch nominal lumber is permissible for sides and ends.
1
5) /2 in. or greater exterior grade plywood can be used as an alternate (as applicable) with the sides,
ends, and top cleated with 1 in. x 4 in. or 1 in. x 6 in. cleats.
6) Waterproofing is required as the nature of the contents dictates.
8.2. Blocking/Bracing
1) Items that do not completely fill the shipping container shall be blocked, braced, anchored, or
otherwise immobilized within the container.
2) Items, or movable parts of items, mounted on springs or other flexible supports shall be braced
securely to prevent movement, except where such mounting is:
a) part of the package cushioning.
b) designed to protect against shock and vibration during shipment.
8.3. Crates–Wood, Open Style

1) Open crates are suitable for the shipment of items that are not readily susceptible to damage from
outside forces and which require only limited protection.
2) Generally defined, open crates have interior 2 in. x 4 in., or greater, framing, 2 deckings, headers, and
skids of at least 3 in. x 4 in. lumber (see Table 2).
Table 2: Recommended Skid and Header Sizes
Sizes of Skid Runners

Net Weight of Load Maximum Length of Crate
and Headers
(lbs) (ft)
(in.)
200–500 8 2x4
501–1000 8 2x4
1001–2000 16 3x4
2001–10000 20 4x4
10001–20000 30 4x6
20001–30000 30 6x6
30001–50000 30 6x8
50001–80000 35 8x8
80001–100,000 35* 8 x 10

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Sizes of Skid Runners

Net Weight of Load Maximum Length of Crate
and Headers
(lbs) (ft)
(in.)
Notes: * If length exceeds limit shown in the table above the next larger size should be used. The
headers shall be the same size as the skid runners and shall be bolted into each skid
runner.
The deck of the skid should be all 2 in. lumber.
Side and end construction shall have sheathing with a minimum thickness of ¾ in. dried
lumber. All internal frameworks shall be a minimum of 2 in. lumber and shall have
diagonal bracing commensurate with the size of the container.
3) An intermediate skid shall be required when distance between skids exceeds 48 in. (1.22 m), center to
center.
4) Headers shall also be 3 in. x 4 in. lumber and shall be bolted through the skid runners with a
minimum of 3/8 in. (9.5 mm) diameter electro zinc plated carriage bolts with washers.
8.3.1. Shrouds
1) In general, items suitable for shipment in open crates will not require complete coverage against
moisture. However, some parts or items may require partial coverage. In such cases, full or partial
shrouds shall be constructed from construction grade polyethylene, 4 mil (100 micrometers) thickness
or greater.
2) When shrouds are installed, they shall be secured to prevent damage or loosening by storms, and shall
be arranged to avoid formation of water pockets.
3) All sharp points of contact between the item and the shroud shall be cushioned to prevent rupture or
chafing of the shroud.
8.3.2. Rubbing Strips

1) Rubbing I-strips (when applicable) shall be required on each skid.
2) Material shall be 2 in. x 4 in., or greater, when weight exceeds 500 lbs (227 kg).
3) Rubbing strips shall be attached to each skid and beveled the full depth at an angle of 45 degrees.
Provisions shall be made at each end for sling handling, and for forklift handling at the center of
balance.
4) Openings for fork access shall be not less than 12 in. (304.8 mm) and 30 in. (762 mm), center to
center.
5) Center rubbing strip pieces shall be not less than 16 in. (406.4 mm)long.
6) Sling access shall be not less than 4 in. (101.6 mm) or more than 8 in. (203.2 mm) long.

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7) On smaller crates, forklift openings can also serve as sling openings when crate length will not permit
both.
8) All load-bearing members shall be selected based on the item weight, length, and width and placed
where the concentrated loads occur. (See Figure 2 and Figure 3.)
Figure 2: Typical Style I Box
4 ft
8 ft 1
4 ft
1 1
3
2
3
LEGEND
1 1/2 in. CDX Plywood
2 2 in. X 4 in. Pine
3 2 in. Nominal Pine
4 4 4 in. X 4 in. Pine

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Figure 3: Typical Style II Box
4 ft
8 ft 1
4 ft
1 1
LEGEND
1 1/2 in. CDX Plywood
2 2 in. X 4 in. Pine
3 2 in. Nominal Pine
4 4 4 in. X 4 in. Pine
8.4. Crates–Wood, Fully Sheathed

1) Items packed in fully sheathed wood crates will generally be of the following categories:
a) Heavy, bulky machinery or equipment which must be secured to a heavy-duty base.
b) Multi-packed materials, which are pilferable or subject to weather, water, and general
contamination damage.
2) Base construction shall consist of longitudinal skids and rubbing strips, headers, load-bearing
floorboards, and flooring.
3) Skids shall consist of not less than 2 in. x 4 in. lumber and shall increase in size as the load increases.
4) Intermediate skids of the same material shall be required when the distance between skids exceeds 48
in. (1.22 m) center to center.
5) When the length of net load exceeds the maximum shown, the next larger skid shall be used.
6) Rubbing strips of 2 in. x 4 in. lumber shall be required when weights are less than 2000 lbs (907 kg).
For loads greater than 2000 lbs (907 kg), lumber size shall be increased to 3 in. x 4 in.

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7) Rubbing strip location and beveling shall be as defined in Section 8.3.2.

8) Headers shall be 3 in. x 4 in. or greater, depending on weight of contents, and shall be bolted through
each skid with applicable size carriage bolts. Materials selected for all blocking and bracing shall be
compatible with the load to be supported and with the size, shape, and strength of bearing areas of the
item.
9. Marking/Specifications
9.1. Marking Requirements–General
1) All specialized containers (canisters), bundles, pallet loads, skidded units, and/or otherwise packaged
item(s) shall be clearly identified as defined in this SPECIFICATION. Marking as indicated on the
Purchase Order and/or instructions to suppliers are the minimum markings acceptable for export
shipment.
2) All marking shall be stenciled in black waterproof ink, with not less than ½ in. (13 mm) to 1 in. (25
mm) high lettering on two opposite sides of the packaged item(s).
3) Advertising shall not be permitted on any shipping container.
4) The following are the minimum markings required in customary English units:
P.O. #: BOX ___ OF ________

PACKING LIST #:
DESTINATION:
VIA:
GROSS WT: LBS
NET WT: LBS
SIZE: CFT
Note: As applicable, the marking shall require additional markings of gross, net, size, and cubic
volume of containers identified in metric units. Sequential numbering of boxes, bundles, and/or units
shall be shown as 1 of , 2 of , 3 of , etc. If each load consists of several items, indicate each
item in the container. In cases where a container, bundle, or other packaged item does not lend itself
to marking, a plywood board shall be securely affixed to the item for identification purposes.
9.2. Marks and Symbols

1) Various material handling messages such as "Center of Gravity, "Sling Here," "Use No Hooks," and
cautionary marks, arrows, "This Side Up," "Handle With Care," and "Fragile" shall be required as
applicable to specific loads or containers. When applied, these markings should be not less than 1 in.

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(25 mm) high stencil and applied in the best position to assure safe handling, slinging, or general
movement.
2) Cautionary stencils should be in the languages of both Origin and Destination countries.
3) The seven international symbols depicted in Figure 4 have been accepted by the International
Organization for Standardization (ISO). The three U.S. Standards symbols depicted in Figure 4 are
additional markings which have been accepted by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI),
but are not yet included as an international standard.
Figure 4: Accepted Symbols

INTERNATIONAL
Sling here Fragile. Handle with care Use no hooks
This way up Keep away from heat Keep dry
Center of gravity
U.S. STANDARDS
Do not roll Hand truck here Keep away from cold

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10. Tools/Equipment/Personnel Protection

10.1. Tools and Equipment
1) Contractor shall provide and use tools and equipment appropriate for the intended tasks and generally
accepted industry practice.
2) All tools and equipment shall be maintained in good working condition, and shall be inspected on a
periodic basis. Defective items shall be repaired or replaced.
10.2. Personnel Protection

Contractor shall provide for the following:
1) Safety Shoes
2) Glasses
3) Helmets
4) Other personal protective equipment for employees and subcontracted personnel
11. Miscellaneous Comments

The Contractor shall ensure that all items are clearly marked with their Custom Cooperation Council
Nomenclature (CCCN), formerly Brussels Tariff Numbers (BTN), and that the CCCNs are consistent
with the requirements contained in the Convention of Establishment.

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Attachment: Purpose Codes Definitions
Code Description
C Assigned to paragraphs containing specifications whose primary purpose is reduced costs.

Reduced cost in this context refers to initial investment cost and does not include Life-Cycle
cost considerations. Life-Cycle cost considerations are captured under reliability,
maintainability, or operability purpose codes.
E Assigned to paragraphs containing specifications whose primary purpose is driven by
environmental considerations. Environmental considerations typically include specifications
intended to protect against emissions/leakage to the air, water, and/or soil. Deviations from the
specifications contained in such paragraphs require formal review and approval according to
local environmental policy.
I Assigned to paragraphs that provide only clarifying information such as Scope statements,
definitions of terms, etc.
M Assigned to paragraphs containing specifications whose primary purpose is to provide for
maintainability of equipment or systems. Maintainability provisions are those that facilitate the
performance of maintenance on equipment/systems either during downtimes or during on-
stream operations.
O Assigned to paragraphs containing specifications whose primary purpose is to assure operability
of equipment or systems. Operability is the ability of the equipment/system to perform
satisfactorily even though conditions are off-design, such as during startups, process swings,
subcomponent malfunction, etc.
R Assigned to paragraphs containing specifications whose primary purpose is to improve or assure
the reliability of equipment or systems. Reliability is a measure of the ability of
equipment/systems to operate without malfunction or failure between planned maintenance
interventions.
S Assigned to paragraphs containing specifications whose primary purpose is avoidance of
personnel or operational safety incidents. Any deviation from the specifications contained in
such designated paragraphs requires formal review and approval according to local safety
policy.
Personnel Safety: Refers to the avoidance of recordable personnel injuries; i.e., burns, cuts,
abrasions, inhalation, or exposure to dangerous substances, etc., that could
result in medical treatment, restricted work, lost-time incidents, or
fatalities.
Operational Safety: Refers to the prevention and control of process releases, fires, explosions,
etc.

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Table of Figures ............................................................................................................ 5

1. Required References ............................................................................................ 6

5. General Packaging Requirements ....................................................................... 8

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Figure 1: Case Construction ..................................................................................... 19

Figure 2: Typical Style I Box ..................................................................................... 22

Figure 3: Typical Style II Box .................................................................................... 23

Figure 4: Accepted Symbols ..................................................................................... 25

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1.1. Specifications–ExxonMobil Engineering Practices

1.2. ASTM–American Society for Testing and Materials

1.3. CFR–U.S. Code of Federal Regulations

1.4. IMO–International Maritime Organization

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1.5. ISO–International Organization for Standardization

1.6. MIL–U.S. Military Standards

1.7. SIS–Swedish Standards Institute

1.8. Other References

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1.9. Interstate Shipments

5. General Packaging Requirements

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5.3. Moisture Vapor-Proof Packaging

5.4. Fragile Items

5.5. Preservation and Protection of Equipment and Materials

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5.9. Shipping Container Quantity

Angola Kizomba " A " Two Year Operational AOKA-2Y

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5.9.5. Special Features

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Table 1: Surface Coating

Epoxy zinc-rich primer Before assembly: Approx. 10 microns

5.10. Shipping Container Restrictions

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5.11. Tracking and Receiving

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6.2. Nails, Staples, Fasteners

7. Export Packaging for Shipment

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7.4. Container Loading

7.5. Wood Containers–General

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8. Export Box/Crate Construction

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Figure 1: Case Construction

Weight of Contents to 500 lbs (227 kg)

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8.3. Crates–Wood, Open Style

Table 2: Recommended Skid and Header Sizes

Sizes of Skid Runners

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Sizes of Skid Runners

8.3.2. Rubbing Strips

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Figure 2: Typical Style I Box

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Figure 3: Typical Style II Box

P.O. #: BOX _ OF ______