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200 LB TEST

Corrugated box made with mullen liners. Provides equal or greater stacking strength (ECT) than a 32 ECT box and is certified to withstand 200 lbs of bursting pressure per sq. inch.

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4G

4G boxes and shipping kits are common language used to describe a packaging group that consists of multiple components that are tested and rated together. All components are tested together as a single unit to arrive at the desired test result, therefore each component is an integral part of the package and may not be substituted.

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ANTI-STATIC

Preventing or inhibiting the buildup of static electricity.

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BALE

A large bundle or package prepared for shipping, storage, or sale. Usually tightly compressed and secured by wires, hoops, or cords.

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BASIS WEIGHT

The weight measured in lbs, of 500 sheets (a ream) of paper cut to a standard size (24x36").

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BLIND

Uline does not ship blind. This refers to shipping items without anything identifying Uline.

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BOL

Bill of Lading

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BREAK STRENGTH

The amount of force required to break an item; generally given in pounds or pounds per square inch.

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CALIBRATE

To adjust scale so accurate weight or count is displayed.

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CAMERA READY ARTWORK

To scale, black and white copy. Must be crisp and clear. If more than one color, it needs to be color separated.

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CENTERFOLD

Shrink film is folded in half and wound on the roll. When unfolded, the width listed is doubled.

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CERT STAMP

Required by packing regulations to be printed on the bottom outside flap of each corrugated box. Signifies the make up of the box.

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CFC's (CHLORO-FLORO CARBONS)

Ozone depleting chemical, very harmful to environment. Mainly found in refrigerants, spray cans, etc. Not peanuts.

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CIF USA

Cost Insurance Freight. A term of sale. The shipper is responsible for those factors up to that point.

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CLASS 3 RATING

Legal for trade. NTEP (National Type Evaluation Program) approved.

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CONVOLUTED FOAM

Egg carton shaped foam.

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CORNER BOARDS

Edge protectors.

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DIMENSIONAL WEIGHT

Standard formula used in the air freight industry that considers density when determining charges. Calculations consider the space a package will take up on an aircraft relative to the actual weight.

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DOT

Department of Transportation

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ECT

Edge Crush Test. The amount of force needed to crush an edge combined board. A primary factor in predicting the compression strength of the completed box.

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ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD)

When an electrostatic charge transfers between objects of different electrostatic potential.

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ELECTROSTATIC SHIELD

Barrier that prevents penetration of electrostatic field.

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ESD SENSITIVE MATERIAL

Material that is sensitive to electrostatic discharge.

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FARADAY CAGE

An electrically continuous, conductive enclosure which provides electrostatic shielding.

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FDA

Food & Drug Administration

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FLUTE

Wave shapes pressed into the middle of the corrugated wall of the box. Most of Uline boxes are C flute. Flute thickness: C flute 9/64", B flute 3/32", E flute 3/64" , A flute 3/16".

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FOL

Box flaps completely overlap.

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GA.

Gauge

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GREEN CROSS CERTIFIED

Environmentally safe, approved by the Green Cross.

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H.M.I.S.

Hazardous Materials Identification System.

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HSC

Half Slotted Container. A regular box with flaps on only one side of the box, leaving one side completely open. Putting the top on the open end completes the box.

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IATA

International Air Transport Association

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IBM STYLE PLE

Open ended PLE. Does not seal to box.

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INTERNET ONLY

Internet only products.

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LIGNIN

Natural substance found in wood that binds & strengthens fibers.

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MICRON

The metric equivalent to gauge.

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MIL

Unit of measure equal to 1/1000" used to describe thickness.

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MSDS

Material Safety Data Sheet

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NTEP

National Type Evaluation Program. A series of tests to insure that the scale will produce accurate results and is legal for trade.

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OHM

A unit of electrical resistance.

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OPAQUE

Impenetrable by any radiant energy other than light.

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OPF

Open Panel Folder. Similar to EZ fold mailers.

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ORM-D

Other Regulated Materials. D is the classification.

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ORM-D-Air

Same as ORM-D but will ship by air cargo.

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OSCILLATED STRAPPING

Wound like a spool of thread, layers are wound next to each other and overlap.

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OSHA

Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

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PAINTED STRAPPING

Coated with paint so that it offers higher corrosion resistance and improved performance.

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PMS

Pantone Matching System. Universal color matching system used by printers in the United States.

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POD

Proof of delivery.

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POLYOLEFIN

Strong 100% petrochemical film, waterproof and similar to Tyvek.

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POLYPROPYLENE

Strong 100% petrochemical film that won't shrink or discolor. More stretch than PVC. Does not break easily.

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POLYVINYL CHLORIDE (PVC)

Strong 100% petroc film. Won't shrink or discolor. Releases quietly with minimal stretch. Stiffer than polypropylene.

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PRE-STRETCHED STRETCH WRAP

Stretch wrap that is already stretched to its optimal level.

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REAM

500 sheets of paper.

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RESISTIVITY

Measures the ability of a material to conduct current.

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RH

Relative humidity.

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RIBBON WOUND STRAPPING

Rolled like a roll of tape, layers cover each other.

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ROHS

Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances (Waste from Electric and Electronic Equipment)

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RSC

Industry term: regular slotted container.

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SDS

Safety Data Sheet

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SKID

A pallet for loading or handling goods.

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SMART PAY

Government impact credit cards.

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STATIC DISSIPATIVE:

A material which dissipates or removes static charges.

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STATIC SENSITIVE

A material that is sensitive to and can be damaged by static charges.

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TARE INDICATOR

Subtracts the weight of a box while weighing the products inside the box.

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TENSILE STRENGTH

The resistance of a material to a force tending to tear it apart.

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TYPESET

Relating to custom printed items - a procedure that sets each letter in the text so that it will properly fit on the label.

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UVI

Ultra Violet Inhibitor

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VCI

Volatile corrosion inhibitor. Prevents rust and corrosion.

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WAY-BILL

Bill of Lading or Proof of Delivery

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