Chapter 6. SHIPPING AND STORAGE OF INDUSTRIAL PLANT EQUIPMENT

TM 38-260

CHAPTER 6

SHIPPING AND STORAGE OF INDUSTRIAL PLANT EQUIPMENT

Section I. SHIPPING, RECEIVING, AND LOCATING INDUSTRIAL

PLANT EQUIPMENT

6-1.General

a. TM 38-230-I/DSAM 4145. 2, Preservation, Packaging, and Packing of Military Supplies and Equipment, contains

uniform DOD instructions/guidance pertaining to receipt, storage, issue, and stock location control of items and

equipment. These methods and procedures are mandatory for military CONUS and OCONUS supply installations,

depots, and storage activities.

b. Activities engaged in the movement and storage of IPE at major military supply installations will refer to TM 38-

230-1 (as necessary) in addition to the guidance listed below.

6-2.Shipping

a. General. Shipping is a vital link in the chain of warehousing operations and must be efficient if the Government

agency or private industrial facility is to receive supplies on time, in the quantities requested, and in good condition.

Effectiveness of this function depends upon proper receiving, proper storage, handling, packing, and packaging.

b. Planning. The sound application of the principles of traffic management and good shipping practices can

alleviate unnecessary problems during periods of national emergencies. At the same time, more efficient and

economical transportation will be provided for the DOD. Planning a shipping operation at the storage site begins long

before receipt of a shipping document. The receipt, location, and storage of supplies should be planned to expedite and

simplify shipping. However, the planning for a specific movement begins upon receipt of the proper documents

authorizing shipment of designated items to a specific location. Planning will include, but will not be limited to, the

following considerations:

(1)

Quantity of items to be shipped.

(2)

Total weight and volume to be shipped.

(3)

Special preparations required for shipment.

(4)

Availability of personnel and equipment.

(5)

Method of transportation.

(6)

Date required at destination.

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