Attachment 2 cont. - MIL-C-104C.pdf

This document is a military specification (MIL-C-104C) for wood crates, specifically lumber and plywood-sheathed crates that are nailed or bolted. The specification provides detailed technical requirements for designing and constructing military shipping containers, including dimensions, materials, construction methods, and performance standards. Key specifications include:

Crate types are classified by construction method (nailed or bolted), sheathing material (lumber or plywood), and base style (skid or sill). The crates are designed to support net loads up to 30,000 pounds and withstand overseas shipping conditions. The document outlines precise requirements for frame members, sheathing, nailing patterns, ventilation, strapping, lifting attachments, and assembly techniques. Technical details cover everything from lumber grades and plywood specifications to nail sizes, bolt configurations, and structural reinforcement methods for different crate sizes and load capacities.