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3.3.2.2 Disassembly of item. Disassembly of the item to provide maximum reduction in
cubage shall be considered in the design of the container, provided no special tools or
instructions are required to reassemble the item.
3.3.2.3 Inspection hinges. When specified (see 6.2) for Type IV or Type V containers,
inspection hinges shall be installed on the side and end panels as required. Openings for
inspection hinges shall not be constructed in a manner which damages the container integrity
(see 4.6.3.1).
3.3.2.4 Drainage. Sufficient drainage shall be provided in the base of the container to
prevent trapped water (see 4.6.3.2).
3.3.2.5 Ventilation. Sufficient ventilation shall be provided to ensure that the container
internal humidity and pressure levels match the ambient environment (see 4.6.3.3).
3.3.2.6 Water resistance. With the exception of the inspection hinges, the drainage
holes, and the ventilation holes, the container shall resist water (see 4.6.3.4).
3.3.2.7 Axle supports. Type III containers shall have axle supports at appropriate
locations to support the item to be crated (see 4.6.3.5).
3.3.2.8 Built-in cradle. Unless otherwise specified (see 6.2), each type I and type II
container shall have a built-in cradle. The cradle shall be so constructed as to support the item to
be packed and to prevent sidewise and endwise movement of the item (see 4.6.3.6).
3.3.2.9 Removable cradle. When specified (see 6.2), each type I and type II container
shall have a removable cradle which shall be secured to the ends or sides of the container. The
cradle and fasteners shall be sufficiently strong to hold the packed item securely in position
(see 4.6.3.7).
3.3.2.10 Infestation protection. All openings shall be constructed or protected to prevent
insect or critter infestation (see 4.6.3.8).
3.3.3 Interface characteristics. Containers with a gross weight over 68 kg (150 lb) shall
be fitted with a universally available mechanical moving device, such as forklift entries. There
shall be no fracture or permanent deformation in the container after lifting with the device
(see 4.6.4).
3.3.3.1 Cover-lifting devices. Cover assemblies weighing over 68 kg (150 lb) shall be
provided with a minimum of four cover-lifting devices. The cover-lifting devices shall be
recessed into the cover assembly to prevent interference. The minimum inside diameter of the
lifting tie down devices shall be 76 mm (3.0 inches). When tested as specified in 4.6.4.1 there
shall be no fracture, distortion, loosening, or other deflection in the cover-lifting device.
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