What is ISO 20848‑3- Plug bung closure systems for plastics drums about?
ISO 20848‑3 discusses plastic drums in packaging. ISO 20848‑3 is an international standard on plug-bung closure systems for plastics drums to ensure safe handling and transport of substances.
ISO 20848‑3 is the third part of the ISO 20848 series on packaging plastic drums that specifies the characteristics and dimensions of plug/bung closure systems for internally threaded openings in plastics drums of nominal capacity 113,6 l to 220 l.
ISO 20848‑3 specifies the requirements of closures for plastics drums which are of importance worldwide for the continued reuse of the drums during their life cycle.
Who is ISO 20848‑3- Plug bung closure systems for plastics drums for?
ISO 20848‑3 on plug bung closure systems for plastics drums is useful for:
- Plastic drums manufacturers
- Plastic drums suppliers and dealers
- Testing laboratories/test personnel of plastic drums
- Packaging companies
Why should you use ISO 20848‑3- Plug bung closure systems for plastics drums?
Throughout the world, many plastics drum types with different dimensions and characteristics are being used. The differences in types of closures can result in differences in filling and handling.
ISO 20848‑3 provides you with the requirements, characteristics, and dimensions for plastics drums to ensure the safe and secure transport of substances.
Overall, by adopting the characteristics and dimensions provided by ISO 20848‑3 the user can assist in producing improved quality plastic drums and keeping the substance safe during shipment between the manufacturing facility and the retailer, and preventing damage while the substance sits on the shelf.
What is changed since the last update?
BS EN ISO 20848‑3:2018 supersedes ISO 20848‑3:2006. BS EN ISO 20848‑3:2018 has made some technical changes. These include:
- Addition of a variation of cap seals
- Editorial changes
