What do the markings on a drum mean?

What do the markings on a drum mean?

Here, the number “1” is used because that is the UN code for drums. The letter “A” denotes the container is made of steel and the number “2” indicates it is an open head style. The “S” indicates that the drum has been approved for holding solids, and the “13” denotes what year the drum was manufactured.

What do UN markings mean?

UN/HAZMAT markings are a series of six codes that are separated by slashes. Each group of codes provides relevant identifying information about that specific package. A UN marking is required to appear on any package that has been UN certified and is to be used for the transportation of hazardous materials.

How do you read and identify UN packaging codes?

The first letter indicates the material of the inner receptacle while the second letter indicates the outer material. After the two letters, the final number indicates the outer material. For instance, 6HA1 stands for composite packaging that consists of a steel outer drum and plastic inner receptacle.

What is un number in packaging?

UN Packaging symbol: the symbol indicates that items are being tested and qualified for all the performance parameters which is required for UN certification. After all the test has been passed, a UN number is given to the particular packaging consignment for the particular supplier for the product.

What are the two types of marking on a DG package?

Limited Quantity and Excepted Quantity Marking The picture below shows the marking for limited quantity and excepted quantity dangerous goods.

What is un box?

4G UN boxes (or 4G boxes) are UN packaging systems which includes specific inner packages contained within a single outer box. the exact type/number of inner packages need be assembled inside the outer package as per the packing instruction.

What is United Nation packaging?

UN approved packaging is a destination for packaging that has been built, tested, and certified to carry liquid or solid dangerous materials. This is a unified means to ensure dangerous materials are transported safely.

What is a 1A1 drum?

Tight head drums, also known as closed head or 1A1 drums, have a non-removable top. Because of the limited access to the contents, tight head drums are often used for liquids, especially lower viscosity liquids. For example, Skolnik’s stainless steel wine drums are tight head containers.

What is the difference between labeling and marking?

Marking and labeling are important steps when preparing a dangerous good package for transportation. Labels often communicate the hazards associated with the package, and markings ensure the shipment is handled so that spills, accidents and exposure are prevented.

What are the different packaging codes for drums?

Packaging Codes 1 – Drum A – Steel 1 – Tight Head (non removable head) 2 – Wooden Barrel B – Aluminum 2 – Open head (removable head) 3 – Jerrican C – Natural Wood 4 – Box D – Plywood 5 – Bag F – Reconstituted Wood

What does the UN rating for the drum mean?

The UN rating for the drum (or other packaging) would show you if that particular package is suitable for your use. Decoding the UN number The numbers and letters in a UN rating all indicate information about the package. Each section separated by a “/” refers to a separate bit of information.

What are the top 5 drum manufacturers?

List of drum manufacturers 1 Adams Musical Instruments 2 Alesis 3 American Drum Manufacturing Company 4 Avedis Zildjian Company (AKA Zildjian) 5 Axis Percussion 6 Ayotte Drums

How do the UN codes work on your products?

Many of our products such as our drums and carboys meet UN specifications. Here is some information on how these codes work. United Nations Symbol: A lower case “u” over a lower case “n” in a circle or upper case “UN” signifies that a container is UN performance packaging.